SAN DIEGO COUNTY, California — Firefighters are often referred to as heroes on the frontlines. Those working in the fire service head into unimaginable situations on a mission to help others. It's a job that is rewarding but one that can also take a toll. "We are people … [Read more...]
NY FIREFIGHTER, 45, LODD FOLLOWING FIRE (The Secret List)
All, We regret to pass on that the Whitehall (NY) Firefighter who suffered a torn aorta on the way to a May 2 fire has died, in the Line of Duty. Second Assistant Fire Chief James P. Brooks, 45, died around 1030 hours yesterday, Friday. He succumbed to injuries as a result … [Read more...]
I’m A Veteran Who Was Suicidal. It’s A Good Thing I Didn’t Have Access To A Gun
Top Washington is a member of Everytown for Gun Safety’s Veterans Advisory Council. I wouldn’t be here today if I’d had access to a gun when I was suicidal. The roots of my struggle with suicide probably go back to June 14, 2008, when I found out that my son, Marine … [Read more...]
CLINTON TOWNSHIP — September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and it resonates across all sectors of society — including fire departments across America. In 2018, the Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs got departments around the state to “take the pledge” and be a part … [Read more...]
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS/WVAH) — Metro 911 says a Charleston Fire Department fire truck crashed Friday morning, injuring a firefighter. The crash happened around 10:30 a.m. in the 800 block of Virginia Street West near the fire station. Metro 911 said the fire truck ran over … [Read more...]
FIREFIGHTER LODD in CALIF (The Secret List)
All, We regret to pass on that a Firefighter died in the Line of Duty yesterday fighting a wildfire in California that was sparked by a device used to reveal a baby's gender. The firefighter was first reported missing Thursday, but the U.S. Forest Service confirmed early Friday … [Read more...]
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. -- A firefighter died battling a wildfire in California that officials said was sparked by a device used to reveal a baby's gender. The death occurred Thursday in the San Bernardino National Forest as crews battled the El Dorado Fire, the U.S. Forest … [Read more...]
First responder deaths related to COVID-19 are up according to several sources. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) reports 18* confirmed on-duty firefighter deaths attributed to COVID-19, making it the leading cause of death so far this year. The Officer Down Memorial Page and … [Read more...]
Firefighters with the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire responded to a 1-Alarm fire at the 500 block of Singer Place around 2 p.m. Firefighters arrived and witnessed smoke coming from the abandon structure. A firefighter sustained an injury while on scene. Medics transported that … [Read more...]
A Texas firefighter was injured after he was pinned between two pieces of apparatus during a residential blaze overnight. Pasadena crews responded to an apartment fire after a man apparently fell asleep while cooking, KPRC-TV reports. During the call, a firefighter became … [Read more...]
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