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| Two injured, dozens evacuated from apartment fire in San Antonio More than 40 engines and about 100 firefighters responded to a north San Antonio apartment building to rescue residents from flames and smoke. Two were hospitalized with smoke inhalation and were in critical condition as of Tuesday night. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. San Antonio Fire Department Chief Charles Hood said crews arrived shortly before 9 p.m. to Blanco Apartments – a single-structure complex located off West Huisache – where a fire broke out in a third-floor unit. As some crews extinguished the flames, others worked to rescue "probably 15 to 20 people," Hood said, via the building's balconies. "We took a 98-year-old lady down a ladder," he added. "From my understanding she was very calm." KENS-TV CBS 5 SAN ANTONIO Snook Volunteer Fire Department mourning the loss of Robert ‘Robbie' Myers The Snook Volunteer Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of its own. Robert "Robbie" Myers, 62, passed last Thursday. "It is with a heavy heart that the Snook Volunteer Fire Department announces the passing of one of our brothers," the volunteer fire department wrote on their Facebook page. Myers passed away at his home due to ongoing medical issues, according to the social media post. Myers had been a member of the Snook Volunteer Fire Department since 2021. He served as the public information officer and as the Environmental Officer for Burleson County. KBTX-TV CBS 3 BRYAN Austin-Travis County EMS launches airport medic program Austin-Travis County EMS and the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport launched a new program that aims to get medics to patients quicker in the airport. Medics will be housed onsite in the Barbara Jordan terminal so they will not have to drive to the airport and worry about parking. ATCEMS said there has been a steady increase in call volume to the airport since 2014, averaging about 12% per year. A review of incidents at AUS showed that patients are often treated on-site and released. AUS is working on building permanent quarters for ATCEMS medics near gate 20. In the meantime, they will be housed in temporary crew quarters. "Both AUS and ATCEMS have worked diligently to get the program up and running just in time for Spring Festival Season in Austin," the release read. KEYE-TV CBS 42 AUSTIN Firefighters have responded to 444 wildfires across the state so far this year State and local firefighters have already responded to 444 wildfires in the first two months of 2023. The fires have burned 12,845 acres, Texas A&M Forest Service said Tuesday. "As dry conditions expand across the state, Texas A&M Forest Service has mobilized additional resources to areas of concern," Forest Service Fire Chief Wes Moorehead said in a statement. "This level of readiness elevates us to a Preparedness Level 2. Agency fire managers continuously monitor conditions and assess needs locally to best position agency resources across areas of concern for a quick and effective response to any request for assistance." It's early in the year for the Forest Service to issue a Wildland Fire Preparedness warning. THE CENTER SQUARE Crews put out equipment fire at Round Rock temporary brush drop-off location The Round Rock Fire Department put out a fire at the City of Round Rock's temporary brush drop-off location on Tuesday night. The fire was burning at 3939 E. Palm Valley Blvd., according to the fire department. That's near Kalahari Resort, Dell Diamond and the Brushy Creek water treatment plant. Arriving crews reported that a piece of equipment in the area was on fire. It was later found to be an excavator and mulcher used for brush disposal efforts following this month's ice storm. Nearby neighbors were asked to stay in their homes, but that order has now been lifted. RRFD said there was no immediate threat to the public. KVUE-TV ABC 24 AUSTIN The Woodlands Township commissions 16 new firefighters, largest class in history The Woodlands Township commissioned 16 new firefighters who have completed their training to become dedicated safety personnel in the community. The event took place on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at The Woodlands Township's Town Hall facility. The Woodlands Fire Department Firefighter Academy Class 23-01, the largest class in the 50-year history of TWFD, was installed after completion of four weeks of rigorous training and after making the cut of more than 300 individuals applying for the positions. The Woodlands Fire Chief Palmer Buck welcomed the packed Town Hall for this special occasion, a first of adding a new fire company in 10 years. Township Chairman Dr. Ann K. Snyder saluted the 16 men and women and thanked their families as well. WOODLANDS ONLINE PREVIOUS STATE NEWS |
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| Texas firefighters relive tornado's destruction of fire station, wait patiently for insurance help While the Hughes Springs Volunteer Fire Department waits for the insurance company to give them answers, one firefighter says he can give them all the answers they'd ever want. "It's a slow process; I'm impatient," said volunteer fire chief and full-time police sergeant Jay Cates. "It's depressing to see." He says the visual reminders make it hard to forget. Assistant Chief Randy Jones wonders how in the world he made it through that night alive. Randy had raced to the fire station to respond to a call for help after a tornado touched down in the neighboring town of Daingerfield when it hit. "The wind and rain started, so I shut the door," Jones said. A second tornado then dropped from the sky with little warning. "By the time I walked back, the doors flew in and the walls started shaking," he recalled. KLTV ABC 7 TYLER Historical Massachusetts fire engine undergoes repairs PHOTOS: A 1920 Seagrave Ladder Truck used in parades and popular with residents is undergoing extensive repairs before returning to the road. Athol Fire Capt. Eric Jack said the truck is being repaired at Gasper Automotive Restoration in Manchester, CT. According to the company's web site, it specializes in restoration of vintage trucks, cars and antique fire apparatuses. Because of the age of the ladder truck, finding parts can be difficult, so some came from collectors while others were custom-built at Gasper Automative. One of the truck's cylinders had to be replaced and was taken from another vehicle at Gasper. "It's kind of a lost art," said Jack of the restoration. It's estimated the work will cost between $20,000-$25,000, and paid for by the Athol Firefighters Association. ATHOL DAILY NEWS - METERED SITE Firefighter forges lasting legacy in central Indiana VIDEOS: Ryan Feeney has a lot of irons in the fire. The full-time Indianapolis firefighter spends his free time as a metal worker at Indy Art Forge, the metal working company he's owned for 20 years. "Like all firefighters, you've got to have something to do on the side," Feeney said. That side job stems from a lifelong interest in art. "I think I did my first oil painting when I was 8," Feeney said. While in college, Feeney began exploring metalworking. In addition to residential jobs like fences and furniture, Feeney's pieces can be found throughout central Indiana. Feeney's Peace Dove statue can be found at the Indianapolis Central Library. The 750-pound statue is made from weapons seized from the streets of Indianapolis. It was unveiled in 2014. After three interviews, the Indianapolis Colts hired Feeney to craft the Peyton Manning statue outside Lucas Oil Stadium. Feeney said the project was, "like a dream." WRTV ABC 6 INDIANAPOLIS First responders get creative when saving people at postal service training center in Oklahoma VIDEOS: The tornado in Norman on Sunday night caused serious damage to buildings. First responders had to get creative when they saved several people at a postal service training center. Power lines had people trapped inside the building so a deputy had to think quickly to get patients out. "We came up with the idea, that we should load up my car, that way we can get medical attention to patients inside the building," said Deputy Jacob Overling with the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office. Norman got hit by a tornado on Sunday night, injuring people in the postal service training facility. Two people were seriously hurt. Overling and the medics didn't have much time. Body camera video showed him helping paramedics get the patient in the cruiser. KOCO-TV ABC 5 OKLAHOMA CITY Arkansas fire department partners with PulsePoint app to aid in emergency response VIDEOS: According to the American Heart Association, although 65% of people in the United States say they've received CPR training at some point in their lives, only 18% of people are up to date on their CPR training. Captain Justin Pinkley with the Springdale fire department visited 5NEWS to demonstrate how CPR procedures should be performed on both infants and adults. "Every minute that's going by without CPR being done, your chances of survival are going down by 10%. so it's very important to get adequate chest compressions and get AED defibrillation." The department has also partnered with PulsePoint, an app used to help public safety agencies inform and engage their citizens. In the event of emergencies where CPR is needed, the dispatch center immediately alerts CPR-trained individuals about nearby cardiac arrest events through the free PulsePoint Respond mobile app, and also lets them know the location of the closest AEDs. KFSM-TV CBS 5 FORT SMITH PREVIOUS NATIONAL NEWS |
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