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| Corpus Christi fire has crews busy The Corpus Christi Fire Department was on the scene of a house fire on Sarita Street and Bolivar Street early Wednesday morning. Three cars, the car port, the garage apartment, and the house were all up in flames when crews arrived. Initially, they were unable to confirm if residents were inside or not. According to fire crews all residents are accounted for and uninjured. Battalion Chief Jim DeVisser says it was a multitude of complications that prolonged them being able to control the fire. Those complications include an abundance of content inside the home, a gas meter exploding in the back of the home cause a plume of gas to feed into the fire, and power lines catching fire nearby. "We did have one verticals call with, with a firefighter that was on top of some of the contents, the contents fell in pushing him into the structure was on fire, he was able to come out another window, and was on injured," said DeVisser. KVII-TV ABC 7 AMARILLO Tyler Fire Department names Firefighter of the Year Captain Tracy Cheatham was named Firefighter of the Year at the 2020-'21 Tyler Fire Department Awards Banquet on Saturday, Aug. 7. The 29th annual awards banquet was held at the University of Texas at Tyler Ornelas Activity Center. During the ceremony, firefighters, along with retired firefighters and civilians were honored for their actions and service to the city of Tyler. Additionally, firefighters receiving promotions over the past year were recognized. CITY OF TYLER 25-year veteran with Woodrow Fire Department in Lubbock County dies after battle with lung cancer The Woodrow Fire Department confirmed early Wednesday morning that a 25-year veteran of the Woodrow Fire Department died after losing his battle with cancer, according to a statement posted on the department's social media. Joe Gillispie, chaplain, firefighter and board member was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer in 2018, according to the department. Gillispie continued going on calls and working, the department said. "He was always helping someone or at the station. Joe loved his family. Twenty Five plus years with Woodrow Fire Department. You will be missed my friend," the statement said. KAMC-TV ABC 28 LUBBOCK Texas A&M Forest Service helping battle Northwest wildfires Firefighters from Texas are in western states trying to help contain wildfires before they destroy any more homes. "There are currently 108 large fires burning and they've burned more than 2 million acres," said Erin O'Connor, public information officer with Texas A&M Forest Service. The Texas A&M Forest Service sent about 45 of their personnel to help battle wildfires devastating parts of the western United States. "We have personnel in California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington right now," O'Connor said Dozer crews, engine crews and overhead support teams are working up to 16 hours a day - sometimes hiking through rugged terrain to save homes in the path of growing flames. "When we send personnel out of state, they're typically gone between 14 and 21 days, and then they'll come back in state and they might go out again, or we send other personnel to take their place and do kind of like a crew swap," said O'Connor. KRIV-TV FOX 26 HOUSTON Fire Causes Significant Damage, Displaces San Antonio Family Of Five Five people managed to escape as a fire burned through their home. It happened in a North side neighborhood early Tuesday morning. The call came in from the home in the 300 block of West Hollywood Avenue at around 12:30 A.M. Flames were shooting from windows and doors when firefighters arrived. Crews were able to put the fire out quickly but the home, which had been undergoing renovations, has more than $100,000 worth of damage. The family of five got out safely and will have to find a temporary place to live while repairs are made. The cause of the fire is under investigation. KTSA-AM 550 SAN ANTONIO Amarillo Fire Department to instruct homeowners on protecting against wildfires The Amarillo Fire Department will be instructing homeowners on how to protect their properties from wildfires this month. The AFD Wildland Team will hold two sessions, starting with a session from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, August 14. The session will include techniques that can be used at home to protect from the threat of wildfire. A second session will be held 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 21. Training will take place near SW 9th Avenue and Qual Creek drive on a 9th Street Project property. KFDA-TV CBS 10 AMARILLO PREVIOUS STATE NEWS |
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| Wisconsin fire destroys warehouse, injures firefighters, drains water tower VIDEO: A large warehouse fire in Fort Atkinson Tuesday displaced about 50 residents and injured some of the 150 firefighters called to the scene. The fire was reported around noon in the 700 block of Oak Street on the city's north side, police said. There was no one in the building at the time. Fire Chief Daryl Rausch said at a press conference Tuesday evening that some firefighters suffered injuries due to the heat and were treated at the scene or taken to a local hospital. Rausch said crews nearly "drained the city water system" while combating the blaze, leading to the department's decision to let the rest of the building and its contents burn. The warehouse contained tires for military vehicles, unspecified chemicals and cans from a local canning company. WISCONSIN STATE JOURNAL Rhode Island first in the nation to deploy new disaster response tech VIDEO: When disaster strikes, communication is crucial. That's why the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency and Gov. Dan McKee announced Tuesday that first responders will soon start using some groundbreaking technology. These so-called "Compact Rapid Deployables" are mobile units that use satellite connectivity to make sure first responders have access to cellular and wi-fi coverage wherever they are. "During the tragic events of 9/11, it was determined that due to the extraordinary amount of cell phone usage, critical first responder messaging was lost," RIEMA Director Marc Pappas said. "First responders will be prioritized in the system so they will be heard above all of the noise in the cell tower, even in remote areas like the woods it will work." WPRI-TV CBS 12 PROVIDENCE ‘Emergency!' Stars Randy Mantooth, Kevin Tighe to Produce Paramedic Documentary The 70's TV show "Emergency!" introduced the concept of paramedics to millions of viewers and inspired thousands to become EMS practitioners themselves. Some historians say it launched modern EMS in the U.S. Now the two stars of the show are co-producing a documentary to tell the story of today's paramedic—following a pandemic that strained our healthcare system and revealed the critical role that paramedics play in caring for their communities. "My life was saved by two firefighter paramedics," said Randy Mantooth, who played Johnny Gage in the "Emergency!" series. "My sister's life was saved by a paramedic and a flight nurse. They literally gave us our lives back, and yet I don't even know their names." "Over-worked, sometimes overlooked and nearly always taken for granted, paramedics are real-world heroes," Mantooth said. "My hope is that "Into the Unknown" will provide the public with an understanding of and appreciation for the critical role these individuals play." JOURNAL OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES Retired FDNY firefighter authors book about how he became a 9/11 hero When Gerald Sanford retired from the FDNY in 1997, he never anticipated that he would return to his post after one of the darkest days in American history. In "It Started with a Helmet," Sanford and his partner, Chris Griffith, detail the gripping story of Sanford's contributions to the FDNY after the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the Twin Towers. Sanford, a Staten Island native who grew up in Concord and later settled with his wife in Grant City, has a long history of serving the country and New York City. After graduating from McKee High School, he joined the U.S. Navy and served for two years of active duty until 1962. In 1965, he was hired by the NYPD, where he worked for three years. After that, he began a three decade-long career with the FDNY. STATEN ISLAND ADVANCE NTSB: Construction Crew Blamed For Massive 2019 3-Alarm Natural Gas Line Explosion In California VIDEO: If you look closely, there are still scars left over from the explosion of a ruptured natural gas line in San Francisco's Inner Richmond neighborhood more than two years ago. The blast rocked Geary Blvd. at Parker Ave. on the afternoon of Feb. 6, 2019. A two-story building on the corner – site of Hong Kong Lounge II restaurant and residences on the second floor – was extensively damaged by a giant orange fireball that sent diners running for their lives. Sisters Cindy and Judy Chan were inside the restaurant celebrating Chinese New Year with their parents at the time, sitting right next to the fire when it erupted. "I heard popping sounds. I thought it was fire crackers because it's Chinese New Year," Cindy Chan told KPIX 5 at the time. Within seconds, all they could see was a bright orange glow surrounding the restaurant. KPIX-TV CBS 5 SAN FRANCISCO PREVIOUS NATIONAL NEWS |
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| L-O-D-D Mississippi - Larry Dean Adams, Lieutenant, Yazoo County District 3 Volunteer Fire Department, Yazoo City, MS L-O-D-D Texas - Daniel "Danny" Ireton, Firefighter, Martin County Volunteer Fire Department, Stanton, TX Metropolitan Fire Chiefs Association endorses Outthink Wildfire - NFPA initiative aimed at reducing wildfire risk to communities by 2050 Call For Presentations Now Open - Center for Public Safety Excellence Conference Free psychological wellness resources for fire departments - National Volunteer Fire Council's Share the Load program NFPA announces launch of the Ecosystem Assessment Tool - helps communities identify gaps in safety & protect citizens Scott Cox Named American Fire Sprinkler Association - "Young Professional of the Year" National Fire Academy Resident Course Vacancies AirNow Fire and Smoke Map helps communities monitor air quality CampHERO Celebrates 10th Anniversary - Monday, July 19th – Saturday, July 31st RFP for a SAFER grant administrator - Proposals Due By 8/13/21 NFPA announces "Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety" - theme for Fire Prevention Week 2021 AFSA Announces 2021 Beginning Fire Sprinkler System Planning School Schedule Vision 20/20's latest episode of CRR Radio - Wildland Firefighting in 2021 Fire Camp Scholarships - IAFC's National Volunteer Workforce Solutions Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response Grants - Check for Awards Assistance to Firefighters Grant Awards - Check for Awards The Daily Dispatch Is Now On Facebook Find us on Facebook - www.facebook.com/dailydispatch POST ANNOUNCEMENTS MORE ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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| Paramedic 911 Ambulance - Mount Shasta Ambulance - Mount Shasta, CA Fleet Maintenance Manager - Poudre Fire Authority - Fort Collins, CO Airport Fire Chief - Snohomish County Airport - Everett, WA Single-Role Paramedic - Snohomish County Fire District 17 - Granite Falls, WA Fire Lieutenant - City of Bethel - Bethel, AK Public Safety Information Officer - City of Meridian - Meridian, ID Firefighter/EMT - City of Bethel - Bethel, AK Confidential Recruiting: - What is it? Journeyman Mechanic - Central Pierce Fire & Rescue - South Hill, WA (closes: Aug 15, 2021) Firefighter - City of Sparks - Sparks, NV (closes: Aug 19, 2021) Fire Chief - Town of Merrimack - Merrimack, NH (closes: Aug 20, 2021) Deputy Chief of Operations - Graham Fire & Rescue, - Graham, WA (closes: Aug 20, 2021) Firefighter - Experienced Paramedic - City of Richland - Richland, WA (closes: Aug 24, 2021) Fire Chief/Director of Emergency Management - City of Monroe - Monroe, WI (closes: Aug 27, 2021) Fire Chief - Town of Flower Mound - Flower Mound, TX (closes: Aug 29, 2021) Emergency Vehicle Technician I - City of Frisco - Frisco, TX (closes: Aug 30, 2021) Deputy Fire Marshal - City of Salem - Salem, OR (closes: Aug 30, 2021) Firefighter-Paramedic Recruit - City of Ventura - Ventura, CA (closes: Aug 31, 2021) Firefighter/Paramedic - Kerrville Fire Department - Kerrville, TX (closes: Sep 02, 2021) Fire Chief - Village of River Forest - River Forest, IL (closes: Sep 03, 2021) Assistant Fire Marshal - City of Petaluma - Petaluma, CA (closes: Sep 07, 2021) Community Risk Reduction Coordinator - Evergreen Fire/Rescue - Evergreen, CO (closes: Sep 15, 2021) POST JOB MORE JOBS |
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| Station Design Conference - Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark - St. Louis, MO - August 24-26, 2021 2021 FIRE Fellowship Reflection Event - Center for FIRST at Drexel University 1-4 PM ET - Webinar - August 26, 2021 Free Online VFCA Training Series featuring Jan Spence - Hosted By: IAFC & VFCA - Online - August 26, 2021 Improving Emergency Response with HPUE - 10:00 AM PST - Hosted by Airgain and RadioMobile - Online Webinar - August 26, 2021 Firehouse Expo 2021 - Greater Columbus Convention Center - Columbus, OH - September 14-18, 2021 Fire Officer 3 - Mason County Fire District 6 - Union, WA - October 11-20, 2021 Fire Service Inspector 2 - Fowler Fire Education and Certification - Online - October 18-23, 2021 Fire Service Inspector 2 - Fowler Fire Education and Certification - Online - December 6-11, 2021 Center for Public Safety Excellence Conference 2022 - Call For Presentations Now Open - Orlando, FL - March 22-25, 2022 POST EVENT MORE EVENTS |
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