Extrication Tool Stolen from Oakland (CA) Firefighters During Call
In the middle of an incident last week, someone stole a vehicle extrication tool from Oakland firefighters, authorities said.
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Mike Gagliano Named President of Firefighter Air Coalition
The Firefighter Air Coalition recently appointed Seattle Fire Department Captain (Ret.) Mike Gagliano to the position of President.
Stop Wearing Your Gear: A Call for Change in Firefighting Practices
P.J. Norwood calls for a cultural change when it comes to what calls firefighters wear their structural firefighting gear to.
Firefighters, Air, and Survival: Technology and the Firefighter Air Coalition
The Firefighter Air Coalition stresses the importance of air management training and technology when it comes to structural firefighting.
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AFG, SAFER, USFA Reauthorization Bill Signed into Law
President Biden signed into law the Fire Grants and Safety Act (S.870), which reauthorizes the AFG and SAFER grant programs.
Peter Kosciewicz Promoted to VP of Sales and Marketing at WPSG
Peter joined WPSG in October 2008 as Chief Marketing Officer and has been a cornerstone of WPSG’s leadership team for over 15 years.
The Future of Thermal Imaging in the Fire Service
This article provides an overview of thermal imaging use in the fire service and a preview of future thermal imaging improvements for firefighters.
The Language Modernization of the Fire Rescue and EMS Services
Advanced AI tools signify the ushering in of a new era, where emergency response standards evolve from age-old analog methods to digitally enhanced systems.
Tactical Changes
Change can often be met with resistance and reluctance from firefighters. Mike Ciampo on some changes with saws, exhaust fans, and ladders.
Philadelphia (PA) FD Selects 3AM Innovations as the Preferred Vendor for Its PAS
The Philadelphia Fire Department will integrate 3AM’s decision support software platform, FLORIAN®, into their operations.
Products/Services/Media: May 2024
Check out some firefighting products showcased in the May 2024 issue of Fire Engineering magazine.
Fire Departments and Safety Advocates Encouraged to Participate in Home Fire Sprinkler Week Digital Campaign
Fire safety advocates know, and every year national fire data reinforces, installed fire sprinklers reduce home fire injuries.