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Category Archives: Rescue

Fire service DRONES

The Municipal Posted on November 5, 2014 by Andrew BussNovember 7, 2014
Phantom 1 qaud copter

Drones have gained attention recently due to their maneuverability, versatility and low operational cost in military applications. These qualities make drones desirable to public service agencies as well. Fire departments, in particular, can benefit from this technology when it comes … Continue reading →

Posted in Fire, Rescue | Tagged bjorge, drone, drones, faa, technology | Leave a reply

Solar panel fires

The Municipal Posted on September 16, 2014 by Keith KneppSeptember 16, 2014
An increase in the number of homes, businesses and even farms installing solar panels means all fire departments should be prepared to combat the unique electric fires that can result. (Photo provided by Deep Blue Training Associates)

The cost of powering homes, farms and businesses has increased exponentially during the past 30 years. To combat the uncertainty, or in many cases to create a more “green” environment, residents and business owners have turned to solar as an … Continue reading →

Posted in Fire Fighters, Rescue, Solar Energy | Tagged dunn, electrical, energy, power, pv, risk, solar, systems | Leave a reply

Make a statement National EMS Week

The Municipal Posted on May 9, 2014 by Jodi MarlinMay 13, 2014
The 40th observance of National EMS Week, an effort intended to increase awareness of the critical role emergency medical service plays in emergency health care, takes place May 18–24. Wednesday of that week is specially designated as EMS for Children Day. (Jan Kranendonk / Shutterstock photo)

No matter where you are when a physical emergency happens, help is usually just a few minutes away. For the 40th year, the American College of Emergency Physicians has coordinated an effort to bring to the public consciousness the dedication … Continue reading →

Posted in Fire Fighters, Police, Rescue | Tagged acep, care, emergency, ems, national, public, week, year | Leave a reply

Wildland urban interface: Is your community at risk?

The Municipal Posted on March 28, 2014 by Phoebe MuthartMarch 27, 2014
Wildfires occur all over the country, not just in the western part of the United States. (Photo provided)

California is known for wildfires, but little is it known that every other state is at risk for them as well. Every year thousands of wildfires burn millions of acres across the United States. It’s not a question of “if,” … Continue reading →

Posted in Fire Fighters, Police, Rescue | Tagged brush, fires, forest, grass, wildfire, wildfires, wildland | Leave a reply

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