United States of America (USA) Fire Industry News

FEMA is urging residents of homes affected by recent US wildfires to take extra precautions FEMA issues advice and safety tips to guard against unseen dangers The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) urges residents and business owners to take extra precautions when returning after wildfire-caused evacuations. Dennis Hunsinger, FEMA Acting Regional Administrator for Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington warns that unseen dangers may linger long after the flames die dow...

Mobile Concepts by SCOTTY has delivered this 32 foot hazmat trailer to the Charleston AFB New trailer from Mobile Concepts by SCOTTY will improve hazmat response Whether being transported or already present, hazardous materials pose a threat to first responders and victims during an emergency. Charleston Air Force Base has tackled that threat by arming itself with a vehicle to safely mitigate hazmat situations. The base recently took possession of a 32 foot hazmat traile...

Champion Rescue Tools' new free extrication training DVD will be launched at FRI 2009 Video teaches new technology vehicle extrication featuring latest Volvos & SUVs Champion Rescue Tools, the leader in next-generation, hydraulic rescue tools able to quickly cut apart the safest, 5-star crash-rated vehicles, and Volvo Cars of North America continue to demonstrate their mission to keep vehicle passengers safe and help firefighters save lives. Their jointly-sponsor...

D2L Products will exhibit its environmentally friendly Green Stuff® Absorbent at FRI 2009 New absorbent offers great reduction in carbon footprint D2L Products of Colleyville, TX will be demonstrating their revolutionary Green Stuff Absorbent at Fire Rescue International 2009. "Environmentally friendly has not generally been a term that applied to absorbents of liquid spills in the past, but Green Stuff® answers the call in every way," said Dennis Tewell, CEO of D2L...

FEMA has authorized the use of federal funds to aid firefighting in Union Valley Approximately 250 homes are under threat from the fire The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today authorized the use of federal funds to help Washington State fight the Union Valley fire burning in Chelan County. FEMA Acting Regional Administrator Dennis Hunsinger said the state's request for federal fire management assistance was approved aft...

Delegates at Bristol Uniforms' international distributor conference in front of the SS Great Britain The conference highlighted the significant contribution of Bristol's distributors Bristol welcomed 34 distributors representing 19 countries in Europe, Asia, Australia and the Gulf States to its recent international distributor conference held in the city. The 3 day event was centred on the Brigstow Hotel and included visits to all parts of Bristol's main research and pro...

TriTech's Imc Fire Records solution helps Melrose Fire Department win a SAFER grant Grant to be used to increase firefighter staff by 10 percent over the course of five years With the assistance of the Imc Fire Records solution from TriTech Software Systems, the Melrose Fire Department in Massachusetts was awarded the federal Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant in March 2009. The goal of SAFER is to enhance the local fire departments' abilities...

Xenonics Holdings has signed a significant distribution agreement with Aardvark Tactical New distribution agreement will leverage sales capability Xenonics Holdings, Inc. announced today that it has entered into an exclusive U.S. distribution agreement with Aardvark Tactical, Inc. (ATI), Azusa, California, for Xenonics' NightHunter high-intensity illumination systems and its SuperVision high-definition night vision devices. "Aardvark has long been Xenonics' most significan...

Firefighters who already use FLAME-SIM will discuss its benefits at FRI Fire department users of FLAME-SIM will discuss its benefits FLAME-SIM is pleased to announce its attendance and participation at Fire Rescue International in Dallas, Texas on August 28th and 29th 2009, booth # 401. FLAME-SIM will also take part in the FRI Solution Showcase on Friday, August 28th at 2pm in room A128-129 and have an offsite demonstration at the City of Allen Fire Department. Divi...

Public Affairs Specialist Neily Chapman shows children a disaster kit during a FEMA classroom presentation Program educates children on preparing for and preventing disasters Nearly 2,000 children in Mississippi's lower six counties know a little more about preparedness thanks to the FEMA in the Classroom program. The Mississippi program developed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency educates and involves children in disaster preparedness as a way to also engage pare...

FEMA community relations officers talk to OK citizens affected by wildfire Post-wildfire disaster assistance increases again Disaster assistance provided to those affected by Oklahoma wildfires now exceeds $2.9 million, state and federal emergency management officials announced today. Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Small Business Administration officials also urge residents to apply for assistance befo...

Maine firefighters, IAFF and government representatives sign the new legislation Legislation will benefit Maine firefighters who contract cancer Flanked by IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger, IAFF 3rd District Vice President Mike Mullane, Professional Fire Fighters of Maine (PFFM) President John Martell and several Maine fire fighters, Maine Governor John Baldacci signed new state legislation - An Act Allowing Workers' Compensation Benefits for Fire Fighte...

Motorola has announced widescale shipments of Capacity Plus, a single-site digital trunking solution Single-site digital trunking system cost-effectively expands communication systems and provides reliable digital technology Motorola, Inc. today announced shipment in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa of Capacity Plus, a single-site digital trunking solution that efficiently expands the capacity of the MOTOTRBO Professional Digital Two-way Radio System f...

An MSA U screenshot - MSA's new online firefighter training facility New online firefighter training resource is quick, simple, and free! MSA U is MSA's premier online training center. At MSA U, training and information materials are available on a variety of subjects 24/7, presented in a variety of formats, and fully searchable. With over 120 available training programs - and more added regularly - you can save time, increase training retention and reduce administrat...

President Obama's approval of new SAFER rules will increase the funding available for fire departments In an economic crisis, changes will allow fire departments to use SAFER grants to retain fire fighters President Obama today approved new rules that govern how fire departments can use funding from the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant program, an important change during an economic crisis that is responsible for widespread layoffs of fire fig...

NFPA and DRI have created a new certification program available to those leading preparedness programs Certification available for professionals responsible for preparedness programs The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Disaster Recovery Institute International (DRI) have joined forces to create an education and certification program that will qualify participants to audit disaster/emergency management and business continuity programs against existing sta...

AFSA has announced new online components in its Applied Sprinkler Technology training program Multi-part series goes online on AFSA's Fire Sprinkler eCampus The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA), pioneer in fire sprinkler industry training for 28 years, has announced newly released online components in its updated Applied Sprinkler Technology training program. This new approach to AFSA design training contains updated elements from the correspondence version of App...

The Superior Uniforms Group's sales, for the second quarter that ended on June 30, 2009, were $24,971,523 As and when economic conditions improve, we expect to see a significant improvement in our earnings due to cost reduction initiatives; says Michael Benstock, Chief Executive Officer, Superior Uniforms Group. Superior Uniform Group, Inc., manufacturer of uniforms, career apparel and accessories announced that for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009, sales were $24,971,5...

The 3rd Annual HAZUS Conference: "Connecting the Pieces for Mitigation" is open for registration Register today for the 3rd Annual HAZUS Conference: Connecting the Pieces for Mitigation! Space is limited... To provide our attendees with the best educational experience, this conference is limited to 200 attendees. Register now to reserve your spot and take advantage of the unparalleled learning and networking opportunities offered throughout this three-day event. Key co...

FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, has met with US governors to discuss emergency preparedness Preparation for and first response to emergencies and disasters highlighted This week, the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Craig Fugate met with several of our nation's governors to discuss emergency preparedness and ensure that as many resources and plans as possible are in place prior to any potential emergency. "FEMA is...

The DHS has revamped its website and launched a YouTube channel New tools will provide a forum for open dialogue with the public The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today launched the DHS YouTube Channel and announced the redesign of DHS.gov - steps to enhance the Department's web presence, increase transparency and provide accurate, up-to-date information to the public. "Social media plays an increasingly large role in our engagement with the public, especially in...

Mobile Concepts has helped many fire departments with grant applications Mobile Concepts assisted numerous departments with applications for the SCOTTY Fire Safety House, sprinkler trailers and PREP House For fire departments that applied for the 2008 Fire Safety and Preventions grant earlier this spring, the wait is almost over. According to Mobile Concepts' grant assistance coordinator Kim Tuscan, the delay in announcing the awards is reported to be a result of...

Mobile command interior with 4 workstations and conference/meeting room and kitchenette (not shown) Section 1122 Program provides funding for PA's mobile command trailers Through a program established for law enforcement, the Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner and Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) has placed an order for five mobile command trailers with Mobile Concepts by Scotty.The section 1122 program refers to the section of the federal government's National Defense...

Oklahoma residents have one month left to apply for wildfire disaster aid from FEMA and the U.S. SBA Deadline for Oklahoma wildfire victims to register for help from FEMA and the SBA Oklahoma residents have one month to register for wildfire disaster help from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The deadline for residents to apply for disaster assistance for damages or losses caused by April wildfires is Tuesday,...

The DHS needs inputs to inform the Quadrennial Homeland Security Review DHS calls for inputs to inform new policy as part of review Now is your opportunity to help shape our nation's homeland security policies and priorities. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is conducting the first ever Quadrennial Homeland Security Review (QHSR) that will establish the strategic foundation for homeland security activities over the next four years. Secretary Napolitano views t...

OK Wildfire Disaster Recovery Centers are now transitioning to US SBA DisasterLoan Outreach Centers New home for wildfire disaster assistance and information The Disaster Recovery Centers in Midwest City and Ratliff City will transition to U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loan Outreach Centers beginning on Monday, July 20, State and Federal disaster officials announced today. Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM), Federal Emergency Managem...

TenCate's profits, though reduced from those of the second quarter of 2008, remain healthy Net profit second quarter well over €13 million In advance of the publication of the half-year figures on Wednesday 26 August 2009 and on the basis of provisional results, it is announced TenCate's net profit for the second quarter fell back by approximately 26% compared with the second quarter of 2008. With a stringent cost reduction policy and a tight liquidity management, as o...

Fleetwood RV are back on track after completion of acquisition by American Industrial Partners American Industrial Partners has completed the acquisition of Fleetwood Motorized Recreational Vehicle Business, including the Goldshield Fiberglass Supply Business American Industrial Partners Capital Fund IV, L.P. (“AIP”) has completed the acquisition of the motorized recreational vehicle business (“Fleetwood RV” or the “Company”) of Fleetwood E...

HazMat responders at work: CSB will investigate the fatal release of ammonia at Tanner Industries HazMat incident has tragic consequences The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) is deploying an investigation team to the site of an anhydrous ammonia release that occurred earlier today at Tanner Industries, located south of Swansea, South Carolina, the agency announced. According to media reports, a woman driving her car near the facility was overcome by the ammonia vapor and w...

USFA is recruiting for its new 'Hot Topics in Fire Protection' course Courses will explore new ideas in fire protection The United States Fire Administration (USFA), Department of Homeland Security, is recruiting students and instructor candidates to attend pilot classes for its new six-day on-campus course Hot Topics in Fire Protection. The pilot will be offered October 18 to 23, 2009 at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Students will arrive...