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- South Fulton Fire Department Does the Right ThingThe South Fulton Fire Department was faced with a dilemma, and chose the only option to ensure adequate fire protection for the whole community.
- Is it Right to Let People Suffer to Prove a Point?Firefighters in rural Tennessee let a home burn to the ground because its owners did not pay a $75 annual fee for fire protection. The mayor said that if the firefighters put out the fire then NOBODY would bother paying the fee. Is this acceptable?
- To Burn or Not to Burn -- That is the QuestionRecently a Tennessee family lost their home to fire becasue they didn't pay their dues. Does the fire department have a responsibility to put out the fire?
Fire Fighting Within Stanton, KentuckyThis is an article about a local interest within Stanton, Kentucky about the local fire department.
A Letter to the Stanton Fire DepartmentThis is a poem: or written letter wrote to the Fire Department of Stanton, Kentucky.- Small Town Fire DepartmentTrue but humorous story about an event that happened on a volunteer firefighter making an effort to catch the fire truck after falling off the back.
- Fundraising Ideas for Volunteer Fire DepartmentsVolunteer fire departments are often in need of operational funds to keep protecting local area citizens from the dangers of fire. Although some of their equipment is granted to them, the day to day needs still need to be covered.
- Fire Department Performs Annual Inspections of Certain Public BuildingsThe fire department performs annual inspections of certain public buildings in the city. These include schools, nursing homes, hospitals and gas stations.
St. Clair Shores Fire Department Receives Additional MoneyThe St. Clair Shores City Council approved an additional $75,000 to go towards overtime for the City's Fire Department.- How to Get Your Kid to Become a Fire FighterHow to get your child to become a fire fighter.
- Birmingham Fire Department Unhappy with New Radio SystemA new radio communication system is not sufficient for the Birmingham Fire Department.
- The Flames Burned Long into the Night; Remembering Ferndale's Biggest Commercial Fire in HistoryThe Birmingham fire department sent a pumper truck, Royal Oak sent a pumper truck with an aerial ladder and the city of Madison Heights sent a snorkel truck. Over 60 police officers and firefighters worked until 3:00 am to control the massive flames.
- Birmingham Fire Department Offers Free CPR Classes"CPR for Family and Friends" is a free course offered by the Birmingham Fire Department on the second Wednesday of each month at the Adams Fire Station.
City of Mountain View Fire Department Sponsoring a Fire Safety Month Photo ContestThe City of Mountain View Fire Department is having a Fire Safety Month Photo Contest. The deadline to enter is October 31 and photos must reflect this year's fire prevention theme: Smoke Alarms, A Sound You Can Live With.- Getting Burned: How Privatization Corrupted the South Fulton, Tennessee Fire DepartmentA critical look at how privatization is being used to breach the public trust in the distribution of public services.
- Free CPR Classes with the Birmingham Fire DepartmentTry date night with a side of CPR.
- Royal Oak Fire Department Has Special Warning for Royal Oak ResidentsThe Royal Oak Fire Department wants to inform residents that electrical power cords need to be plugged directly into the wall socket, not into other power cords, or extension cords.
- Bloomfield Township Fire Department Holds Open House Near BirminghamBirmingham, Michigan residents should travel to neighboring Bloomfield Township to see a great fire department open house with food and fun on offer.
- Birmingham Fire Department Hosting CPR ClassThe Birmingham Fire Department will be hosting a CPR class, but space is limited.
Firefighters Let Home Burn Over $75: Lessons We Can LearnGene Cranick, a homeowner from Obion County, Tennessee, watched his home burn down when firefighters refused to put out the fire. Cranick had chosen not to pay the $75 for fire protection. We can learn something from this.- Indiana Fire Department to See Large-Scale CutbacksAn Indiana fire department learned today of large cuts that will soon be implemented.
Fire Safety: What to Do and What Not to Do in a House FireInside you'll learn what to do and what not to do if you become a victim of a working structure fire.- Queenie: Monument for a Beloved Dalmatian - the City of Sulphur's Fire Department MascotMy impression of Queenie's monument, in honor of the city of Sulphur's Fire Department Mascot. A brief overview about Queenie's history with the Fire Department and the monument's ceremony in April 16, 2010.
- Face TimeHow can a fire department still reach target audiences for fire prevention in a poor economic climate?
- Occupancy Hazards, Fire Protection Classes, Fire Prevention, and Fire Detection: Practice Questions and SolutionsSection 54 of The Actuary's Free Study Guide for Exam 5 offers five practice questions and solutions on occupancy hazards, fire protection classes, fire prevention, and fire detection - which are important to consider in insurance.
- Three's Company, but Four is Just RightAn introductory discussion of the benefits of a fully staffed fire company, written for the public and political office holders.
- Staffing at Volunteer Fire Departments: Slowly Building Crisis in Rural, Suburban U.S.A brief discussion of the staffing issues faced by volunteer fire departments, based on analysis of recent scholarship.
How to Form a Volunteer Fire DepartmentMany areas of the United States lack fire and emergency services. This article provides information and links to form a volunteer fire department in unprotected communities.
Getting a Free Fire Engine for Your CommunityMany communities are in dire need of a new fire vehicle yet lack the funds required. This article provides tips on grants and other programs available to obtain a new fire engine.
Greensburg, Indiana, Fire Department Educates Kids During Fire Prevention WeekThe Greensburg Fire Department is showcasing their mobile Fire Safety House at all elementary schools during Fire Prevention Week. Fire safety at home is taught to all students, including at home fire drills and escape techniques.- Fundraisers for Your Volunteer Fire DepartmentWays to earn money for your fire department.
- How to Volunteer for a Fire Department When You Don't Want to Be a FirefighterVolunteering for a fire company isn't limited to firefighting. There are many other positions that need to be filled.
Vinton County Fire Departments Fight Wave of Weekend FiresVinton County Fire March 22 weekend in Ohio. McArthur Fire Department, Hamden Fire Department, Dundas Fire Department, and Forestry Service personnel fights rural fires near Hocking Hills.
Bobby Vs the Volcano: Elaborating on the Republican ResponseSome historical background on Privatizing Disaster Response Services like Bobby Jindal mentioned in his speech.
Hamden Fire Department Opens State-of-the-Art FirehouseThe Hamden Volunteer Fire Deparment hosted a community ceremony to commemorate their new fire station.
Hazardous Materials Training Held in Vinton County, OhioReview of a Hazardous Materials Training for emergency services professionals in Vinton County, Ohio. Vinton County is located in the Hocking Hills region.
Ohio is Proudly Served by Volunteer Fire DepartmentsOverview of the history of the McArthur Fire Department
Potential Bomb Threat Sent Law Enforcement and Fire Department into High AlertCoverage of bomb handling incident in the Hocking Hills are of Vinton County.
RIT is the Standard! is Your Department Compliant?Fire Departments should utilize a Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) at all structure fires with good reason.- Fire Department PatchesOrigin of fire department patches and what it symbolises today.
