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Aerial operations: Best practices for top-of-the-ladder-pipe firefighters

Plan ahead and think proactively for safe, effective use of multiple aerial devices

Ariz. SAR volunteer recounts staying overnight with injured hiker stranded on mountain

Two Coconino County Sheriff's Office volunteers and a Flagstaff Fire Department paramedic stayed with the hiker until a helicopter rescue could be completed in the morning

Lost art of the engineer: How technology changes the nature of the job

Tasks related to navigation, pump presets and even packing hose are handled differently due to tech advances and expanded compartments

‘31 words’: Capt. Andrea Hall reflects on leading Inauguration Ceremonies' Pledge of Allegiance

The Georgia captain was selected to represent the fire service as a tribute to the dedication and commitment of firefighters during a tumultuous 2020

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Accepting failure or faking perfection? It’s time to be realistic about our success and failures

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NY fire union seeks grant funds to restore staffing levels despite resistance from chief

NY fire union seeks grant funds to restore staffing levels despite resistance from chief

The Ogdensburg union has fought to restore the department to a minimum of 24 members following budget cuts and layoffs

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