BAXTER SPRINGS, Kan. — An empty lot on the corner of 17th and Military Avenue in Baxter Springs will soon be home to a new fire station. Ground was broken today on the new facility for the Baxter Springs Fire Department. U.S. Representative Jake LaTurner helped make sure one million dollars in federal funding was []
Oversight commissioners have repeatedly accused the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department of retaliating against inmates at Men’s Central Jail after inspectors called attention to the ongoing problem of fires burning unchecked inside the decrepit downtown lockup. For years, inmates have been using batteries, razors, toilet paper and other items to set blazes when they want to cook food or heat water. But last summer, oversight inspectors — alarmed by three particularly large fires they’d...
SALISBURY, Md – Parkside High School’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) program recently announced that they will be offering firefighter and EMT training for the 2024-2025 school year, through partnerships with organizations like Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute and the Salisbury Fire department. It’s a program that previously existed for many years, but a lack of interest from the community
Paramedics trained by TRAA are being recruited by the county departments who can offer better pay packages and fewer hours, resulting in less stress.
A new partnership with the Iowa City Fire Department will allow first responders to be more informed of specific circumstances at residences and businesses in the event of an emergency. The city announced a new partnership last week with an app called Community Connect. The service costs $5,550 for the city to implement. googletag.cmd.push(function() {
Haverhill is one of only five communities statewide where Red Cross volunteers and members of the Fire Department will work together to “Sound the Alarm and Save” a Life by helping families develop escape plans, install smoke alarms or both in local homes. To participate, either by volunteering or by registering to receive up to […] The post Red Cross, Haverhill Fire Department Partner to Install Free Smoke Alarms first appeared on WHAV.
Today, the Randall County Commissioner’s Court dissolved the county-wide burn ban order. This will allow the burning of household trash and certain other items in Randall County.
For more than 20 years, Alex Smith has worked for the Atlantic City, New Jersey, Fire Department, dedicating his life to serving his hometown. In his Read More
Muffin is a five-year-old miniature horse. She's now South Carolina's first ever therapy horse to help firefighters save lives. But don't worry, muffin won't be putting out any fires. According to Lindsay McDade, Muffin's handler, she'll be sparking connection, conversation, and hope with individuals around the community during drug prevention efforts.
The Amarillo Fire Department announced that its Wildland Team received a new Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) and trailer on Tuesday afternoon through a partnership between Amarillo National Bank and The 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle.
Over 40 police and fire departments in Lake County underwent a major 911 technology overhaul and consolidation that officials say improves public safety in the county. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office said they worked with the Lake County Emergency Telephone Systems Board (ETSB) and Crowe LLP in 2019 to start the upgrade process of critical technology […]
Some forest fire activity in northwestern Ontario this week. Crews with the