Technology

Los Angeles FD Adds Aerial Drones to Firefighting Arsenal

Dec. 15, 2017

The Los Angeles Fire Department is now using aerial drones as another tool to help fight fires.

The Los Angeles Fire Department is now using aerial drones as another tool to help fight fires.

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This command post, which was for a four-alarm wildland urban interface fire that involved numerous neighborhoods and damaged nearly two dozen houses, includes a mobile radio, portable radios, numerous cellphones with chargers, and a computer and an iPad with cellular service. The incident involved more than a half-dozen entities and was managed under the Unified Command model. Numerous company officers were assigned to the command post to help to facilitate communications through the use of five channels, numerous cellphones and a computer with CAD to allow the tracking of resources. One channel was assigned strictly for the command staff to communicate nonemergency information regarding coverage, logistics and future potential needs.

Operations & Training

Command & Control Success: Considerations on Fireground Communications

Dec. 12, 2024

Collins firefighters receive robot to help fight industrial fires

Collins, MS, Fire Department's Newest Asset Doesn't Need Turnout Gear

Dec. 11, 2024

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Mobile Technology & Accessories

A Holiday Tradition with Proven Success: Glympse’s Santa Tracker

Dec. 11, 2024

On Dec. 10, 2024, RapidSOS is hosting the UNITE: SPECIAL EVENT to share these new features in detail with 911.

RapidSOS Consolidates Emergency Intelligence to Enable 911 to Make the Right Decisions Faster

Dec. 10, 2024

The new course focuses on the history of smoke alarm standards, advancements in smoke alarm technology, and how the updated edition addresses modern construction materials and home furnishings.

Careers & Education

First Alert & NVFC Educate Fire Service Community About the Latest Smoke Alarm Standards

Dec. 9, 2024