(By Carolyn Crist Reuters Health) – – Women firefighters, particularly in North America, are less likely to have access to female-specific personal protective equipment and appropriate strength training and conditioning support, according to a new study. In addition, women … [Read more...]
More sad news out of Maine today. While attending the LODD funeral for Berwick Capt. Joel Barnes this morning in Portland, Chief Gary Sacco of the Oxford, Maine (Lake Sebago area) Fire/Rescue Department suffered a medical emergency. He was immediately treated, transported to a … [Read more...]
There are numerous quotes related to learning from the past. here are many-pick what you like: https://www.brainyquote.com/topics/history Since I was a kid, I have always been fascinated with history-primarily American and local history. As a part of that, I would sit at … [Read more...]
We regret to pass on to you that a Northeastern Area EMS (covering the Manchester area of York County. PA) EMT died in the line of duty today, Tuesday, Dec. 25. Veteran EMT Robert Kohler suffered a "medical event" while working on Christmas day. EMT Robert Kohler had been very … [Read more...]
Scott W. Dannheimer, 53, of 813 Oneida St., died in the Line of Duty while at the scene of a mobile home fire on First Street in Coal Township, Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018. Relatives, friends and neighbors are invited to attend a funeral service at 11 a.m. Thursday at the … [Read more...]
WORCESTER FIRE LODD UPDATED RESOURCES: These audio and video clips provide just some perspective into the tragic weekend fire in Worcester, MA that took the life of Firefighter Chris Roy. This first link is about 55 minutes of video. … [Read more...]
Terrible news out of Worcester (MA) this morning following a multi-alarm residential fire. Initial reports are that a WFD Firefighter has died in the Line of Duty after becoming trapped while operating at the multi-alarm fire early this morning. Initial reports are that the … [Read more...]
On 11/21/18, Green Knoll Firefighter Michael "Jerry" Galay responded to smoke and a fire alarm activation at an office building. He returned from the incident and proceeded to assist several firefighters at Station 1 with the arrival of a new engine company. Firefighter Galay … [Read more...]
All, It's black Friday. Everyone wants a deal. Here's the deal-get a couple of these long sleeve shirts and help two important Firefighter charities... ...two important charities that may help you someday, at no cost. How about THAT for a deal? This is the final offer … [Read more...]
We regret to pass on to you the Line of Duty Death of Senior Firefighter Michael Lubig, 46, of the Detroit FD. Mike was detailed to Squad 4 and suffered a medical emergency last Thursday morning. Sadly, he passed away last evening. Our sincere condolences to all those affected. … [Read more...]
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