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The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) recognized the Rowlett (TX) Explorer Post One as its Junior Firefighter Program of the Year for 2022. The award is sponsored by California Casualty. The junior firefighters received their award, during a special ceremony, which was held on April 19, 2022, at a meeting of the Rowlett City Council, in Rowlett, Texas, USA. Junior firefighters awarded Tim Rutland, the National Volunteer Fire Council’s (NVFC) Director from Texas and Executive Direct...

Oshkosh Airport Products., LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation Company, announced The Commonwealth of The Bahamas took delivery of four Oshkosh Airport Products Striker® 4x4 ARFF vehicles in late February 2022. fire apparatus support Adding to a full Oshkosh Airport Products fleet, the new fire apparatus support operations at four international airports. “We are grateful for our long-standing relationship with the Airport Authority of the Bahamas,” said Jack Bermingham, business uni...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, kicked off its FDIC International 2022 exhibition, featuring 14 fire apparatus and the latest product and technology advancements. Highlights include the Pierce Volterra platform of electric vehicles and introduction of the next generation Pierce Ultimate Configuration (PUC) water pump, with flow capabilities up to 2,000 gallons per minute. Pierce’s fire apparatus on Exhibit Pierce Manufacturing spotlighted the vast scope and si...

KME, a subsidiary of REV Group and a globally renowned manufacturer of fire apparatus, will display the latest in fire apparatus and technology, including the first North American-style fully electric fire truck, at FDIC International 2022 (Fire Department Instructors Conference), taking place in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, from April 28 to April 30, 2022. REV Fire Group’s Vector vehicle will make its debut at FDIC International 2022, giving attendees the opportunity to be among the first...

The popularity of electric vehicles is growing fast and there are a number of key safety considerations during assembly. G4S is working with the UK operations of a major European car manufacturer, at the forefront of best practice in protecting assembly teams, in what is a relatively new area, with its own specific safety challenges. In 2021, one in ten cars bought in the United Kingdom (UK) were electric, according to the Society of Motoring Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), which us more than...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, kicked off its FDIC 2022 exhibition featuring 14 fire apparatus and the latest product and technology advancements. Highlights include the Pierce Volterra™ Platform of Electric Vehicles and introduction of the next generation Pierce Ultimate Configuration (PUC™) water pump with flow capabilities up to 2,000 gallons per minute. At the opening of the FDIC 2022 exhibition hall in Indianapolis, Indiana at Lucas Oil Stadium (boot...

When people store and charge their mobility devices inside their homes, garages, or businesses, there is the potential for battery fires to lead to structure fires. Just one example is a recent apartment fire in New York City that resulted in injuries to 12 citizens and a Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) firefighter. Best practice tips Motivated by the surge of fires started by batteries in mobility devices, the FDNY has created best practice tips for firefighters confronted by...

With the global market paying more attention to environmental protection and the urgent need for clean energy, Hydrogen energy stands out among many energy sources as a recognized renewable and clean energy source. Jinhong gas, as an enterprise engaged in the hydrogen storage and transportation business for a long time, will play a more important role in the international market. The Great Future of Hydrogen Energy Development Compared with conventional electric energy, the development of hyd...

REV Fire Group, which includes REV Group Inc. manufacturers of fire apparatus E-ONE®, KME®, Ferrara™, Spartan Fire Chassis™, Spartan Emergency Response®, Smeal™, and Ladder Tower™, will debut Vector, the first North American-style fully electric fire truck, during FDIC International (Fire Department Instructors Conference) in Indianapolis, Indiana from April 28-30, 2022. As one of the most exciting developments in the firefighting industry, this new electri...

Temperatures well below zero, coupled with snow and ice as far as the eye can see: the perfect conditions for the exhaustive winter condition testing of Rosenbauer’s RT (Revolutionary Technology) electric municipal vehicle presented themselves in the north of Sweden. The result: more than just satisfactory.The small Swedish town of Arjeplog is situated in the province of Lapland and lies just a few kilometers south of the Arctic Circle. The area is not just known as a place to see the No...

3M announced that it has acquired the technology assets of LeanTec, a provider of digital inventory management solutions for the automotive aftermarket segment in the United States and Canada. The acquisition demonstrates 3M's commitment to its "connected Bodyshop," one of 3M's active digital platforms that integrate data capture and analysis with material product platforms, capitalizing on emerging needs and trends. Digital transformation, data integration "Businesses across i...

Rosenbauer is preparing intensively for the most important trade fair in the firefighting industry. "We are currently fully committed to this event," confirms Dieter Siegel, CEO of Rosenbauer International AG, "And will offer our guests a spectacular experience for all the senses." Groundbreaking innovations, revolutionary unveilings, and a multimedia supporting program can be expected by visitors to the Rosenbauer exhibition booth at Interschutz in Hanover from June 20-25. The world's largest...

Fire brigades, disaster relief workers and rescue services are facing challenges that did not previously exist in this range. This is because the number of operations and the severity of events are increasing, including severe weather disasters, vegetation fires, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the refugee crisis. These are just a few examples. The main theme of INTERSCHUTZ 2022, ‘Teams, tactics, technology – protection and rescue networked’, sums it up. The world&rsqu...

NIST released the WUI Structure/Parcel/Community Fire Hazard Mitigation Methodology (HMM) PDF to provide guidance for homeowners and communities to protect themselves from wildfires. Integrating the latest post-fire field observations and fire science research, this report defines dozens of clear, measurable, and cost-effective protective actions homeowners can take to defend their homes. Wildfires can spread through a community very quickly, especially one with dense housing. Often, the progr...

In recent years, the government’s strives for higher levels of sustainability have seen the implementation of new green initiatives across the country in a bid to reduce CO2 emissions and the UK’s Carbon Footprint. Alongside this comes the pledge of a mass rollout of support for businesses to have up to 300,000+ public electric car charging ports installed by 2030 in order to make charging electronically powered vehicles more accessible and budget-friendly. ambitious milestones Th...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced it will showcase an extensive selection of the latest standout fire apparatus and technology developments at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, Indiana, April 28-30, 2022. The main feature will be North America’s first-in-service and fully the U.S. manufactured electric fire truck – the Pierce Volterra™ Pumper. Attendees will find Pierce’s display in the north end zone of...

The East of England Ambulance Service (EEAST) is asking for the public’s help, as it prepares for a busy Easter Bank Holiday weekend. The service is urging the public to plan ahead and take extra care over the long weekend, which is the first bank holiday since COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted. Emergency service The East of England Ambulance Service asks for help by choosing the right service when medical attention is needed. If it is not a life-threatening emergency, EEAST urges...

Oshkosh Airport Products conducts a series of tests to ensure the Oshkosh Striker® vehicles are manufactured to comply with NFPA 414 standards. NFPA 414 specifies ARFF vehicle requirements which lead to superior performance in any terrain and a timely, safe, and effective ARFF response. The Oshkosh Airport Products team executes and documents NFPA 414 testing requirements as required in all development phases to ensure safe and reliable vehicles. Read more to understand how Oshkosh te...

The East of England Ambulance Trust (EEAST) is helping the NHS donate a fleet of ambulances to provide urgent care for those injured by Russian attacks in Ukraine. The donation of around 20 ambulances will help bring vital life-saving care to Ukrainians in towns and cities under attack from Russian bombardments. The East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust and South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust are heading the way after both offering four vehicles. Fleet of new Ambulance f...

A recruitment roadshow to attract more community first responders (CFRs) starts in North Norfolk. Andrew Barlow, the Community Response Manager in Norfolk and Waveney, will be on hand at various locations across North Norfolk to explain the role of CFRs in supporting their local community and the East of England Ambulance Service (EEAST). Community first responders (CFRs) are volunteers who work alongside colleagues from the ambulance service and respond to situations within their local communi...

On April 2, 2022, eight urban fire-fighting vehicles were officially handed over to local fire brigades in Omegna, in Italy, on a special day that was full of institutional appointments. On April 2, 2022 in Omegna in the Italian Province Verbano-Cusio-Ossala (VCO), in the presence of local authorities, the President of the Italian Firefighter Association (Vigili del Fuoco), the Provincial Commander of the volunteer fire brigades VCO, the Presidents of the Cariplo Foundation and the VCO Communit...

FASS has covered in a couple of news updates the dangers of lithium batteries in terms of a fire and/or explosion risk if they are not stored correctly, protected from impact and damage, or used in inferior quality items. The resulting fire can be truly catastrophic even from a relatively small battery. fire intensity FASS’s attention was drawn to a recent article posted by ERI online which looks at the other end of the scale, the 5 largest known Lithium Battery fires in the USA to date...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced an order from the Wichita Falls Fire Department in Texas for 11 custom fire apparatus built on the Pierce Enforcer™ chassis, including eight pumpers, one Ascendant® 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower, one Ascendant 107’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Ladder, and one Heavy-Duty Non-Walk-In Rescue. Purchased through Texas-based Pierce dealer Siddons-Martin Emergency Group, the order is anticipated to be completed by April 2023...

16 emergency responders have been killed in struck-by incidents in the first 3 months of 2022. Last year, 65 emergency responders were struck and killed while assisting others on roadways. An unknown number of others were injured. One can help reduce these tragic incidents by sharing the “In Our Boots” public service announcements (PSAs) widely with the public in the community, through social media, local news outlets, and community events. Public education on safe driving practice...

LYT, a pioneer in intelligent connected traffic technology solutions, announces its LYT Emergency Vehicle Preemption (EVP) solution now integrates with HAAS Alert’s Safety Cloud to better inform traffic signals and other motorists of approaching emergency vehicles. LYT’s EVP solution produces a consistent and reliable green light for every emergency vehicle more affordably than other products on the market. These solutions harness the power of a single secure edge device installed i...

Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing, Inc., and a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation announced Ventura County Sheriff’s Office in California will take delivery of two C-45X-4 mobile command vehicles. Identical and highly customized vehicles Sold through Pierce and Frontline Communications’ dealer, South Coast Fire Equipment, the identical and highly customized vehicles will arrive in Ventura County with the first delivery scheduled for March 2022 and the seco...

The increase in natural disasters has already noticeably changed the daily lives of many aid and rescue workers. In addition, there was the Corona pandemic and the humanitarian emergencies caused by political conflicts - most recently as a result of the Russian war on Ukraine. Given the current challenges, the topics of INTERSCHUTZ are more relevant than ever before. 1,000 companies from 50 countries as well as the participating associations and organizations will present the solutions for the...

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) announces that Big Charter Private Limited has signed a Letter of Intent to purchase up to ten new Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft for operation by its promoted airline, flybig. The companies will work towards a definitive purchase agreement that would include five firm-ordered aircraft and options for another five. Twin Otter Series 400 "In conjunction with the UDAN initiative, the Indian Government’s recently released policy...

The Putnam County Fire Department, located midway between Atlanta and Augusta, Georgia, has purchased two identical Lake Assault boat craft scheduled for delivery in late 2022. The vessels will assist the department in providing fire suppression and emergency response services on Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair, as well as on the land surrounding both. Enhancing emergency response “Our department protects 185 miles of shoreline, which includes hydropower facilities, single-family homes...

The biggest UK fire service convoy – made up of 22 vehicles and more than 5,000 items of kit and equipment, donated by UK fire and rescue services, has been deployed to support firefighters in Ukraine, on Saturday, March 19, 2022.  More than 60 volunteers from FIRE AID and fire and rescue services are taking the convoy into Poland. It will then make its way into Ukraine, providing vitally needed equipment to support firefighters, emergency services and volunteers, battling together o...