Axed with millions in deep budget cuts, the Tacoma Fire Department will be replacing some big rig trucks with pickup trucks at two of its stations. Firefighters say all residents should be alarmed. Since 1911, Tacoma Fire Station 13 has been a staple in the community, but now, it may be something to worry about....Read More
Cathy Payne, USA TODAYShareSuicide-prevention experts say stories perpetuating the myth are not only wrong but dangerous. Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed star in “It’s a Wonderful Life.” In that Christmas drama, an angel helps a businessman find out what life would be like if he never existed.Story Highlights• It’s a myth that there are more...Read More
A firefighter was sent to the hospital this afternoon following a “mayday” situation at a home fire, officials said. Around 4 p.m., local firefighters were sent to a house on the corner of Flock Road and Hughes Drive on a report of a fire with possible entrapment, fire officials said. Mercerville Fire Department deputy chief...Read More
Three firefighters were injured battling a blaze in Brooklyn, officials said. The fire started around 6:20 p.m. Friday on the second floor of a two story home in Sunset Park, officials said. “The hallway was filled with smoke,” said a resident of the building who was almost overcome. The three injured Bravest were transported to...Read More
