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Among those recognized were a firefighter/paramedic who saved an infant from a blaze and an EMS sergeant who provided lifesaving aid while off duty on vacation
As part of a two-week campaign beginning on National First Responders Day, each store will donate $500 to fire, police and veteran groups in over 2,300 communities
The American Heart Association’s 2025 update to CPR and ECC introduces new algorithms and protocols aimed at boosting EMS and bystander effectiveness
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The Olyphant town council voted this month to approve the use of a $187,000 Local Share Account grant to renovate and enlarge its police station
The Forest Hills Area Ambulance Association will replace its aging, high-mileage ambulance, easing the burden of rising costs and declining insurance reimbursements
Garrett Knapp lost his collection of FD T-shirts when the Palisades Fire destroyed his family’s home
Grand Rapids’ new firehouse will be located in the city’s Third Ward where firefighting resources are spread thin
The IMLS Grants to States program previously supported technology, materials and literacy services in correctional facilities
Grants, up to $25,000, will support community relief, community outreach, training, specialized equipment and vegetation mitigation and fuels reduction
Virginia becomes the 15th state to pass bleeding control legislation, joining national effort to improve trauma response before EMS arrives
With thermal imaging, live video, and supply drop capabilities, the Colorado Springs Fire Department’s drone program is transforming search-and-rescue operations
Cuts to Local Food Purchase Assistance and Local Food for Schools programs causing uncertainty for small farmers
More than 40% of National Weather Service field offices are critically understaffed, raising concerns about timely storm warnings as deadly tornadoes and flooding