Choosing a career is never easy, and many young people do not get the chance to experience a certain field until college. But in some states youth who are interested in firefighting don’t have to wait until they are older … Continue reading →
CAPT. ARTHUR ASHLEY | Guest columnist Lexington, Ky., Fire Department The United States is protected every day on the homefront by first responders. When an incident happens, firefighters are the largest number of responders who answer the call. From fires … Continue reading →
Fire hydrants are so commonplace that they barely register in the public’s perception. But if this equipment isn’t properly maintained, it could be useless in an emergency. There are many essential tasks that require the attention of water department and … Continue reading →
Like most Americans, Adam Culbertson remembers exactly where he was on Sept. 11, 2001, when he heard that planes had crashed into the World Trade Center. Unlike all of them, Culbertson has crafted a stunningly poignant and beautiful firefighter’s helmet … Continue reading →
It’s a worst-case scenario: A family wakes up in the middle of the night to the sound of a smoke detector blaring. Upstairs, the kids are asleep: But without hesitation, the parents rush in and get them out. Smoke is … Continue reading →
1 Mile The approximate distance eight first responders in Buffalo, N.Y., carried a patient to a hospital in November, when local roads became impassable for their ambulance. 71 Percent Nearly three-quarters of career firefighters fulfill their vocation in communities that … Continue reading →
When Jorge Lara was a young boy, his parents were migrant workers in Florida. After dropping out of school, Lara figured that picking tomatoes was the only life he would ever lead. At 16, he became a first-time father. Today, … Continue reading →
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 →
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 →
Car fires — a daunting reality When most people think of fires, their first thought is not of a car fire. Unbelievably one out of every seven fires responded to by fire departments across the nation is a highway vehicle … Continue reading →
SNYDER, NEB. (July 30, 2014) – Smeal Fire Apparatus Co. today announced that it has named RedStorm Fire & Rescue Apparatus, Inc. as the authorized dealer for Smeal™, UST® and Ladder Tower™ brand fire apparatus for an eight-county area in … Continue reading →
