Firefighting News Monitoring

Firefighting teams work to extinguish fire east of Rosh Ha’ayin, advancing towards West Bank

Firefighters are working on extinguishing a fire east of Rosh Ha'ayin, the Petah Tikva Regional Fire Station Spokesperson announced on Saturday. 11 firefighting teams are currently at the scene along with four firefighting aircraft. The fire is …

Letters: Burning down old buildings for firefighting practice a bad practice

In the May 16 edition of the Leader Post, we see another knee-jerk reaction by the provincial government to a whim that we should have volunteer fire firefighters start burning down old buildings in rural Saskatchewan. Interestingly, presidents of three …

Kabambe visits burning Balaka Hospital amid firefighting crisis

Upon receiving the distressing news that Balaka District Hospital was on fire,  Dalitso Kabambe immediately made his way to the scene to witness the situation firsthand. His prompt response reflects a level of leadership and empathy that many have come to …

RAAF firefighting units spotted in Winton

Think you could stand the heat? Here’s your chance to find out about a firefighting career

The Territory is looking to fill more than two dozen spots in its firefighting ranks. Photo: ACT Fire & Rescue, Facebook. When the Canberra Fire Brigade first formed, it had two volunteers, a horse-drawn cart and an officer to lead it. Now its …

Proposal banning firefighting protective gear containing PFAS heads to Pritzker

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — A bill heading to Gov. JB Pritzker's desk could ban companies from manufacturing, selling, and distributing firefighting protective gear that contain forever chemicals. Rep. Mike Kelly (D-Chicago) presented legislation during …

Greece Tests Firefighting Readiness As Wildfire Season Is Underway

Greece has earmarked some 2 billion euros ($2.3 billion) to buy new aircraft, meteorological stations and drones to improve its capabilities against wildfires and other natural disasters. Credit: AMNA Greece conducted a massive exercise Thursday to test …

CBN Donates Fire-fighting Caddy In Bauchi

The Central Bank of Nigeria, (CBN), Bauchi State branch, has donated a Motorised Fire Caddy to the Federal Fire Service, FFS Headquarters, Bauchi State Command. Speaking during the handing over of the mobile fire suppression system, the CBN Bauchi Branch …

Aerial firefighting service officially ready for fire season

Ljubljana, 23 May - The services and aircraft of the Civil Protection and Disaster Relief Administration have been officially ready for this year's fire season since 15 May. Pilots of the Air Tractor firefighting aircraft and the ground support team …

Mobile mayoral candidate Connie Hudson secures Retired Fire Fighters endorsement

A Mobile mayoral candidate received a key endorsement Tuesday, a little more than three months before the Aug. 26 municipal election. Mobile County Commissioner Connie Hudson was officially endorsed Tuesday by the Retired Fire Fighters Association, …

Massive Fire Breaks Out At Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, Firefighting Efforts Underway

Last Updated:May 23, 2025, 11:03 IST Visakhapatnam Steel Plant Fire: The dousing operation is currently underway, and no casualties have been reported so far. Image from the sireA massive fire broke out at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant on Friday, with …

Collinsville house fire calls for multiple water tank trucks and agencies

COLLINSVILLE, Texas (KXII) - A Collinsville house fire alarmed neighbors as it went up in flames early Saturday morning. According to Collinsville Fire Chief Damon Stewart, a rural-area home on Terri Drive was 50% engulfed upon their arrival, around 6 a.m. …

The Mighty Trucks

On May 17, trucks and utility vehicles from across the Tri-Town convened in the parking lot of Old Rochester Regional High School for the “Touch A Truck” even hosted by teacher Elizabeth Kennedy and the Early Childhood Education program.             The …

Driver has lucky escape after tractor bursts into flames in County Limerick

The driver of this tractor had a lucky escape when it burst into flames in County Limerick, this morning. Emergency services, including Gardaí and fire fighters, rushed to the scene at Holloway’s Bend, located on the Pallasgreen to Old Pallas Road, south …

PHOTOS: Lake Country Fire Department serves up FireSmart tips at open house

Fun was had by all at the Lake Country Fire Department's FireSmart Day and Open House on Saturday, May 24. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., residents attended the free event at Station #71 on Okanagan Centre Road East to learn about potentially life-saving fire …

Veolia pioneers PFAS treatment ahead of UK ban for fire fighting foams

21/05/2025  Veolia Water Technologies In a UK first, Veolia has launched a new service to treat Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) fire suppressants containing certain PFAS* with an expected 99.999% efficiency. Materials will be treated at the UK’s …

Colorado airports scrub PFAS from firefighting gear — but disposal remains a toxic dilemma

Denver International Airport has cleaned PFAS from its firefighting foam systems, but the contaminated residue is now in limbo as Colorado seeks a permanent way to dispose of the hazardous waste. Michael Booth reports for The Colorado Sun. In short: Denver …

Maine lawmakers back bills to eliminate toxic firefighting foam, but funding remains uncertain

A legislative push to remove toxic firefighting foam from Maine storage sites advanced with strong bipartisan support after a major PFAS spill, but two key proposals still await funding. AnnMarie Hilton reports for Maine Morning Star. In short: A 2024 PFAS …

Crash Closes Lane on Highway 46 Wes in Candler County; One Dead

Crash Closes Lane on Highway 46 Wes in Candler County; One Dead The Candler County Sheriff’s Office and GSP currently investigating the pedestrian involved crash Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 10:38 AM EDT May 24, 2025 <NATURAL SOUND> …

Village Emergency Room & Urgent ER Care Clinic Enhances 24/7 Access to Emergency Services in League City

LEAGUE CITY, TX, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Village Emergency Room & Urgent ER Care Clinic, located at 3725 E League City Parkway #150, has reaffirmed its commitment to the League City and Clear Creek community by …

Airboat Collision with Barge Leaves Three Injured on Intracoastal Waterway in Lafitte, LA

Chopin Law Firm LLC Responds to Lafitte Maritime Incident LAFITTE, LA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jefferson Parish emergency officials responded swiftly to an airboat collision involving a barge on the Intracoastal …

Community Health Provider Aims to Make Health Care More Accessible

Affordable Behavioral Health Care is Hard to Find in Smaller, Underserved Communities DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Memorial Day is a time when the nation pauses to honor the courage of our heroes, including those …

ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital Expands Outreach with First-of-Its-Kind K9 Emergency Training for First Responders

ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital Trains First Responders with Hands-On K9 Emergency Training at Palm Beach State College Invitational. ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital – Palm Beach …

OmniShield Remains A Sustaining Member of The National Volunteer Fire Council

Home Safe Network Continues Sponsorship into 2026 DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to UL and other experts, we can have as little as 3 minutes from the start of a fire in a modern home to the flashover …

Armanite Launches WarehouseStop.com, Expanding Its Housewares Legacy and Embracing the Growing Chemical Industry

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Armanite, a Florida-based company with a proven track record as a power seller in the housewares category on Amazon, proudly announces the launch of its new e-commerce …

Next Day Access Charlotte: New Franchise Location

Next Day Access, a leading provider of accessibility solutions, celebrates the grand opening of Next Day Access Charlotte, owned by Kevin Clark and Ray Coker. CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Next Day Access, a …

Key Trend Shaping the RSV Therapeutics Market in 2025: Pfizer's Abrysvo Approval Marks A Significant Advancement Market

The Business Research Company’s RSV Therapeutics Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What Recent Market Growth Indicates About the …

South Carolina Game Warden named Governor’s State Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

SCDNR’s Lance Corporal Mike Norris becomes the Palmetto State’s Top Cop for 2024 COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lance Corporal Gene “Mike” Norris III, a law enforcement officer (game warden) with the S.C. …

The Patient Safety and Risk Management Software Global Market is forecasted to reach $2.5 billion in 2025

The Business Research Company’s Patient Safety and Risk Management Software Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What is Driving Growth …

Dr. Mohana Rao (Dr. Rao) Redefines Indian Neurosurgery: Economic Times Spotlights Guntur's Global Brain and Spine Leader

India’s First BrainPath Surgery to the Nation’s Only Hybrid Neurosurgical OR of its kind, Dr. Patibandla (Dr Rao) Puts Guntur on the Map — The Economic Times GUNTUR, ANDHRA PRADESH, INDIA, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Rao’s Hospital in …

Express Restoration Offers Fire & Smoke Cleanup Services for Local Properties

Express Restoration Specializes in Restoring Local Properties After Fire and Smoke Damage EDMOND, OK, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Express Restoration is now offering professional fire and smoke cleanup services for …

Express Restoration Specializes in Water Extraction Services in Edmond, OK

Express Restoration Offers Expert Water Extraction Services in Edmond, OK EDMOND, OK, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Express Restoration is reinforcing its position as a trusted provider of water extraction services in Edmond, …

J. Blanton Plumbing Partners with Pet Boutique for Community Raffle and Animal Shelter Support

Local plumber teams up with pet boutique for a community raffle and shelter donation campaign benefiting pet owners and rescue animals. EVANSTON, IL, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new partnership between J. Blanton Plumbing …

MISSD Spotlights Suicide Prevention, Akathisia, and Medication Risks

Akathisia, a Medication-Induced Disorder, Can Cause Self-Harm, Violence, and Suicide CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Medication-Induced Suicide Prevention and Education Foundation in Memory of Stewart Dolin ( …

94% of Women Do Not Prioritize Heart Health as Wellness Motivator Despite Being #1 Killer of Women for Over a Century

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Star Jones - Attorney, Award Winning Television Personality & Longtime Women’s Heart Health Advocate discusses the journey as a survivor of heart disease and the launch of …

Wildcat Sanctuary leads removal of 15 big cats, including tigers, lions, leopards, a jaguar seized from Safari Game Park

Minnesota's Wildcat Sanctuary coordinated the safe relocation of all wild cats to accredited sanctuaries and facilities. SANDSTONE, MN, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Wildcat Sanctuary in Minnesota coordinated the …

Pioneers Medical Center Named Top 5 Rural Hospital in Colorado

This prestigious award from the Colorado Rural Health Center honors the top overall performing hospitals and clinics in rural communities throughout the state. MEEKER, CO, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pioneers Medical Center …

CHA Pioneers Jaide Health AI-Powered Translation to Enhance Patient Care

CHA's interpreters gain AI-powered efficiency via Jaide Health, delivering clearer, faster communication to patients CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA), renowned for its …

Supporting Healing and Recovery Through Industry-Leading Wound Care at Stem Health Plus

Stem Health Plus Leads the Way in Healing with Advanced Wound Care Solutions WONDER LAKE, IL, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stem Health Plus continues to lead advanced wound management by offering innovative, clinically …