Firefighters make progress, but Southern California wildfire rages on
Improved weather conditions allowed firefighters to increase containment on the blaze raging northwest of Los Angeles and keep it from growing over the weekend, but residents from about 1,000 evacuated homes still had to stay away.
Fire Crews Gain Greater Control Over Destructive Southern California Wildfire
Authorities say favorable weather conditions have helped fire crews gain more control over a Southern California wildfire that has destroyed 134 structures
Firefighters battle to contain dangerous wildfires burning on both coasts
Dangerous wildfires are burning on the East and West coasts Monday, with firefighters in New York and New Jersey working to contain a deadly blaze spurred by an ongoing, historic drought – while strong winds in Southern California could fan a destructive fire in Ventura County.
Southern California Wildfire Forces Thousands to Flee Amid High Winds
Firefighters in Ventura County, California continue to battle a rapidly growing wildfire that has forced thousands to evacuate.
Fire officials describe harrowing conditions as Southern California wildfire exploded
Authorities said firefighters battled fierce, howling winds and rescued people as a fast-moving Southern California wildfire exploded in size
‘We barely made it out’: Californians desperately flee their homes amid raging wildfires
Firefighters Gain More Control of Southern California Blaze That Spread Rapidly
Calming winds helped firefighters gain the upper hand on Saturday against the Mountain fire in Southern California, after three days of pitched battle using dozens of aircraft, hundreds of fire trucks and legions of firefighters on foot wielding saws and shovels.
WATCH: Volunteer firefighters save a 2-year-old from Texas apartment fire
The child was trapped in a second-floor bedroom as a fire engulfed an apartment, the fire department said in a Facebook post.
Her house burned to the ground. But firefighters saved something precious
But even on her engagement anniversary, that was low on her list of concerns as she drove her Prius through orange smoke and ...
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'Devastation is absolutely heartbreaking' from Southern California wildfire
Firefighters continued to battle a fast-moving Southern California ... as much as possible and said that anyone who has activity outdoors should wear an N95 mask. At least 10 people were injured, ...
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Myrtle Beach to apply for grant to buy firefighters gas masks
Myrtle Beach City Council approved a motion Tuesday to authorize the city manager to apply for a $33,294 grant to buy 50 sets of gas masks for the city’s firefighters. Those masks would be rated ...
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If These Hands Could Talk: Sourcing Structural Firefighting Gloves
Kristopher Blume's familiarity with CAL FIRE's diligent evaluation of structural firefighting gloves provides a comprehensive manner by which every department can assess purchases and why.
Constant Firefighting Undermines Organizational Performance
When companies glorify a culture of frenzied problem-solving, they hinder their ability to create sustainable practices that improve productivity.
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A cat inhaled smoke during a fire. EMTs used a pet-sized oxygen mask to help it
RAVENA — Thanks to first responders and a tiny oxygen mask, a cat managed to keep at least one of its nine lives Tuesday afternoon. Firefighters responded around 12:15 p.m. to a fire at a two ...
Preschoolers overcome fear of firefighters during visit
Lebanon firefighter Lane Beeler put on his turnout suit at a preschool Wednesday, delighting some youngsters and frightening others. Beeler started out in shorts and a T-shirt and added one piece of ...
Deadly Vancouver Mall shooting was targeted attack, suspect wore Halloween mask: police
The victim who died at the scene was also an adult man whose exact age and identity have not yet been confirmed.
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FDNY promotes 53 firefighters Monday, including 3 who lost family on 9/11
The FDNY promoted 53 firefighters on Monday, including three legacy members who lost fathers and brothers during the 9/11 attacks. The trio — Thomas Riches, Joseph Jurgens and Christopher Otten ...
WATCH: Granbury volunteer firefighters save a 2-year-old from apartment fire
The child was trapped in a second-floor bedroom as a fire engulfed a Granbury apartment, the fire department said in a ...