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May 6, 2021

Volunteer Firefighters Have Higher Levels of “Forever Chemicals”

Newswise — Volunteer firefighters — who comprise more than 65 percent of the U.S. fire service — have higher levels of “forever chemicals,” per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), in their […]

March 29, 2021

Helmets and Head Protection for Emergency Responders Operating at Roadway Incidents: New Information and Resources

For over a decade, the Emergency Responder Safety Institute (ERSI), a committee of the Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association (CVVFA), has advocated for the development of a purpose-designed helmet for […]

March 29, 2021

Fireground Posing and Misbehavior: 3 Things to never do on the Incident Scene

For whatever reason, there seems to be some extreme levels of perceived “freedom” that have crept into fire and EMS. We see this play out in society, with individuals adopting […]

March 29, 2021

Fire Officials Ask for Public’s Help Preventing Brush Fires

State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey said, “Early spring is often when firefighters in New England are busy fighting brush fires. As the season changes, the winds can be strong […]

March 16, 2021

Granby Fire Chief offers Safety Tips for Brush Fire Season

GRANBY, Mass. (WWLP) – Warm temperatures, high winds, and low humidity create the perfect combination for brush fires. According to the State Fire Marshal’s office, the majority of these fires […]

March 16, 2021

Fire Departments can apply for Canned Drinking Water from Anheuser-Busch & the NVFC

Water donation supports volunteer departments responding to wildfires Anheuser-Busch and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) are teaming up for the third year to provide critical hydration to volunteer fire […]

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