Phoenix (AZ) Fire Department Raises Alert Over Liquefied CO2

The Phoenix (AZ) Fire Department has released a PDF and training video about a near-miss their firefighters experienced when responding to a seemingly routine call at a local fast-food restaurant. The incident ultimately turned into a hazmat response that involved a leaking liquefied CO2 tank in the restaurant that sickened patrons and firefighters. The video below recounts the experience and lessons learned. You can also download a free PDF about the incident and this hazard HERE.

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Queens Battery Fire

Fire in Off-the-Books e-Bike Battery Repair Shop in Queens (NY) Injures Firefighter, 3 Residents

An off-the-books e-bike battery repair shop in the basement of a Queens home sparked a massive Friday morning blaze that left a firefighter and three building residents hospitalized, FDNY officials said.
Baldwinsville (NY) Apartment Fire

Large Fire Rips Through Baldwinsville (NY) Apartment Buildings, Roof Collapses

Firefighters are battling a large fire Friday night in a Baldwinsville apartment complex that’s caused the roof to collapse on at least one building.