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Scientists build fire extinguishers into batteries
By tweaking the chemical mix of the electrolyte used in lithium-ion batteries scientists at the University of Tokyo have developed a battery showing negligible volatility up to 150 degrees Celsius. Click here to read more.
Serious consequences for man who deliberately set grass fires
A Saskatchewan man who started several fires near the community of Hall Lake in 2015 has been fined and ordered to pay restitution as well as to perform 100 hours of community service and refrain from consuming alcohol for six months. Click here to read more.
Architecture student develops easy-to-build shelter for evacuees
Victoria McCartney, a master's student at Ottawa's Carleton University, has developed a modular, flat pack shelter that is easily erected and reusable. Click here to read more.
2018 NFPA Fire Code released
The NFPA Fire code NFPA 1-2018 has been released. It includes new chapters on "Marijuana Growing, Processing, or Extraction Facilities" and "Cleaning and Purging of Flammable Gas Piping Systems". Click here to read more.
First responders need to de-stigmatize mental suffering
Andy McDonald, a veteran firefighter and first responder community consultant, told attendees at Benefits Canada's 2017 Mental Health Summit that the first responder culture of silence is making it harder for that community to get help when they need it. Click here to...
Open flames highly dangerous for homeless people
When homeless people sleeping rough try to stay warm using propane, candles or other sources of ignition in makeshift shelters the results can be highly dangerous. Click here to read more.
Swift Current firefighters, RCMP rescue dog from icy stream
After Fernie tragedy rink operators scrutinizing procedures
In the aftermath of the tragic deaths of three men at the Fernie Memorial Arena rink operators across Canada are scrutinizing their safety and operating procedures. here to read more.
Is this the fire truck of the future?
November in fire history – the Cocoanut Grove fire
On November 28, 1942 a catastrophic fire at Boston's Cocoanut Grove nightclub led to reform of safety standards and codes in the U.S. and major changes in treatment of burn victims internationally. Four hundred and ninety-two people were killed and hundreds more...
Kidde recalls millions of fire extinguishers
Kidde Corporation is recalling 134 different brands of fire extinguishers because they can fail in an emergency. Click here for the list of affected Canadian models. Click here to read more.
UBC develops new wildfire early warning system
University of British Columbia researchers have developed an early warning system that tracks greening vegetation to predict the risk of human-caused wildfires with ten day accuracy. Click here to read more.
San Francisco to ban sale of furniture containing flame retardants
Following the lead of Maine, San Francisco will ban the sale of upholstered furniture containing flame retardants. Flame retardants are linked to cancer and birth defects. Click here to read more.
Did water speed up spread of flames in Grenfell Tower fire?
Professor Laurence Harwood from the University of Reading believes a violent chemical reaction between water in Grenfell Tower's insulating foam and its aluminum cladding may explain why the fire spread so quickly. Click here to read more.
100 portraits in 100 days to raise awareness of job fatigue
New award recognizes B.C. wildfire/flood volunteers, first responders
The Province of B.C. has created "Above and Beyond" awards to recognize people who stepped up to help their communities during the spring floods and summer wildfires of 2017. Nominations can be made online or by mail and everyone who is nominated will receive a...
Toronto tenants will have access to fire inspections by year-end
By the end of 2017 Toronto high-rise tenants will be able to see the results of fire code inspections of their buildings without having to file a Freedom of Information request.
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Movers & Shakers
Trevor Pike Retires as Sechelt Fire Chief After 35 Years- Assistant Chief of Operations Daniel Walston appointed as next chief
- Clay Fire Chief Timm Schabbel retires after 35 years of service
- Winter Harbor welcomes new fire chief Roy Chandler
- Leonard Whitney, has been hired as the new Melfort fire chief
- Christopher Clarkin Sworn in as its new Fire Chief/Fire Marshal