We regret to pass on that a 40 year Veteran Australian Firefighter has been killed in the Line of Duty. Forest Fire Management Victoria Firefighter Bill Slade, 60, was fighting fires with Parks Victoria near Omeo when he was killed earlier today, Saturday. The married father of … [Read more...]
By Matt Bungard, Sidney Morning Herald: The pilot of a helicopter contracted to the Rural Fire Service has survived after ditching the aircraft in a reservoir in the Bega Valley Shire. The RFS has confirmed that the pilot was on his way to help fight the Border fire, which … [Read more...]
By The Guardian: Three firefighters were hospitalised with severe burns and 20 properties estimated lost in a blaze south of Sydney as the bushfire emergency raging across the east coast of Australia reached a new crisis point on Thursday. Record temperatures and gusty, … [Read more...]
In February 2020, Chief Gary Ludwig, IAFC President will launch his initiative, If You Don't Feel Well, Don't Make it Your Farewell, which focuses on reducing the number of firefighter cardiac deaths. A significant component of this campaign is to hear directly from those who … [Read more...]
By Charlie Coe, Daily Mail Australia: A pilot has had a lucky escape after his waterbombing helicopter crash landed while it was fighting an out-of-control bushfire. The contracted aircraft crashed at Crawford River about 90km north of Newcastle on New South Wales' mid-north … [Read more...]
The National Firefighter Registry website is now active. Please take time to click the below to learn about it and how every firefighter-every firefighter - should be made aware of and participate in this important project. To better understand the link between on-the-job … [Read more...]
Research suggests there are heightened mental health risks for nature's first responders. What can we do to help? Editor's note: This article discusses the topic of suicide. If you or someone you love is experiencing suicidal thoughts, reach out for help by calling the Suicide … [Read more...]
Associated Press: Officials say three firefighters have received minor injuries as they battled a wildfire that has been burning in rural Northern California since Sunday. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection says the firefighters all were treated and … [Read more...]
By The Associated Press: California authorities say two firefighters were injured Sunday battling a wildfire that has been raging since Wednesday. Cal Fire spokesman Jonathan Cox said Sunday one firefighter sustained serious burn injuries and was airlifted to UC Davis … [Read more...]
By Sam Catanzaro, West Side Today: As of 9 a.m. Tuesday, the Palisades Fire has grown to 45 acres with containment still at 30 percent as two firefighters have been hospitalized after being hit by falling rocks battling steep, rugged terrain. The blaze has damaged eight … [Read more...]
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