In This Issue: VA Firefighters Attacked, Stretching the Crosslay and Gathering Hose…
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Virginia Beach firefighters were “pushed and kicked” as they attempted to treat a man gravely injured in a motorcycle crash.
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An explosion at a fireworks factory in northwestern Turkey on Friday killed four people and injured 97 others, officials said. At least three people were reported missing.
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Colorado Springs (CO) Firefighters Use Rope System to Rescue Motorcycle Rider
Two Trains Collide in Mountain Railway Tunnel in Switzerland
Landslide at Myanmar Jade Mine Kills at Least 162 People
MI Coast Guard Rescues Five People, Dog from Sinking Boat
Woman Escapes Phoenix (AZ) House Fire
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Engine Company
In this firefighter training tip from the Miami-Dade (FL) Fire Rescue (MDFR) Training Division, Lt. Shane Pyle with Engine 2 A Shift and company demonstrate stretching the crosslay and gathering hose.
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Firefighting
This bi-weekly series is dedicated to the latest promotions within the fire service.
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Podcasts
Chiefs Rick Lasky and John Salka look at motivating firefighters, including “morale boosters vs. morale killers.”
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From the Archives
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Fire Prevention & Protection
The Fourth of July season is upon us. Take the time to review the following information for the purpose of becoming familiar with fireworks, public displays, and related operations such as transportation, general precautions, and working with other agencies having jurisdiction.
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