B.C. company uses satellite technology to map fires and floods
A B.C. company is using satellite technology and data from NASA to further explore the relationship between heat comes, fires, atmospheric rivers and floods in B.C. John Hua reports.
Immersive VR: Empowering kids to survive in fire, flood, and war
When you live in the driest State in the driest country in the world, bushfires are an unfortunate, and all-too-regular part of life.
We regret to share the passing of Bruce Morley Cousins.
We regret to share the passing of Bruce Morley Cousins. Bruce was a founding partner in FireWise and spent many years as the Regional Fire Commissioner for Northern British Columbia. His commitment to the fire service, his wonderful sense of humour, and his friendship...
NYC fire department gets two $75,000 robot dogs
The New York City Fire Department recently acquired two new dogs, but they’re not Dalmatians, KTLA sister station WPIX reports. Click here to read more.
‘It was avoidable’: New bills on fire safety, holding landlords accountable introduced following Twin Parks fire
Elected officials are introducing new legislation to strengthen fire safety laws after the Twin Parks fire that claimed the lives of dozens in the Bronx. Click here to read more.
Rising to the challenge of more frequent wildfires
Amy Gallagher reports on how aerial firefighters are rising to the challenge of increased wildland fires in the US by the introduction of innovative solutions and transforming military-grade aircraft into firefighting weapons. Click here to read more.
Firefighters say RCMP gunfire at N.S. fire hall caused lasting trauma
Greg Muise and Darrell Currie were inside Onslow Belmont Fire Brigade when 2 RCMP officers fired at it Click here to read more.
3G shutdown can impact fire alarms
As companies including AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon shut down 3G networks this year, the Rochester Fire Department wants you to know that this could impact your fire alarm. Click here to read more.
New Eco-Friendly Coating to Make Building Materials Fire-Resistant
Catastrophic residential fires and wildfires have a significant impact in terms of fatalities and injuries, as well as loss of property. Click here to read more.
How evacuation technology can influence the brain in crisis mode
Crisis psychology refers to how we react in the event of a critical incident such as a fire, terrorist attack, or a natural disaster. Marc Gaunt, Category and Segment Marketing Manager UK&I at Eaton, gives readers an insight into how evacuation technology,...
Fire safety official admits tests showed cladding danger 15 years before Grenfell
A senior official has admitted the government knew 15 years before the Grenfell Tower disaster that plastic-filled cladding panels – which fuelled the fatal fire – burned “fast and fierce” and he believed they should not be used on tall buildings. Click here to read...
E-bike fires: why they happen, and how you can prevent them
Keep your e-bike and your home safe. Click here to read more.
Virtual reality serving as another tool in fire safety training
A virtual reality tool is helping firefighters train in the field without leaving the station. Click here to read more.
How to Control Sprinkler Flow in Mid- and High-Rise Buildings
Miami-Dade (FL) Fire Lieutenant Nassoma Morgan and Captain Bill Gustin offer sprinkler flow training. Click here to read more.
Experts weigh in on budget boost for BC Wildfire Service
New provincial funding to expand the BC Wildfire Service to a year−round endeavour is a welcome step toward preventing disasters, while others in the field say the funds could be better spent elsewhere. Click here to read more.
Toledo Fire and Rescue set to begin carrying bulletproof vests
Following close encounters with gun violence when responding to 9-1-1 calls, the Toledo Fire and Rescue department says it's time for increases in safety. Click here to read more.
U.K. fire, EMS agencies to use technology that sends real-time aerial footage
Enterprise Control Systems says its products will improve situational awareness and collaboration among services. Click here to read more.
Rosenbauer Introduces the RTX
Electric tank firefighting vehicle to be delivered soon to the Los Angeles City Fire Department. Click here to read more.
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