Tag: firefighter

In the previous installment of Firehouse Law, we considered some of the legal implications of the legalization of marijuana in various states for firefighters and fire departments. In this article, we’ll look

Madison Smalstig – The Press Democrat A Sonoma resident was hospitalized early Sunday after inhaling smoke from a fire that caused major damage to about half of her home, according to a

Flames roared through an assisted-living facility in Massachusetts, killing nine people and trapping residents inside, including some who leaned out of windows and screamed for help, authorities said Monday. At least 30 people were hurt.

In this episode of Training Minutes, Ian Bennett of West Coast Fire Training shares some principles on how ignition officers can minimize their exposure to thermal insult and radiation when conducted multiple live burns in fixed facilities.

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As East Hempfield Township’s fire chief, John Kottmyer plans for “armageddon” but hopes for the best. Armageddon, he said, will happen the moment township leaders decide they need to hire a full staff of professional firefighters.