British Columbia wildfires generate record emissions for May
Wildfire emissions in British Columbia, Canada, have reached their highest levels for any May on record.
Firefighters in three cities begin to transition to PFAS-free gear
San Francisco is phasing out firefighter gear containing PFAS. The Board of Supervisors unanimously passed an ordinance requiring all personal protective equipment to be PFAS-free by June 30, 2026.
How the deadly heat dome changed firefighters’ jobs in one B.C. city
Firefighters in New Westminster, B.C., with the highest death rate during the 2021 heat dome, can now provide more medical interventions during emergencies.
The City announced that fire department members are now “emergency medical responders,” enabling them to assess more vital signs and administer additional medications and treatments.
Fire Chief Samuel C. Wilson III named acting Fire Chief
Wallingford Deputy Fire Chief Samuel C. Wilson III has been named the town’s acting Fire Chief.
https://patch.com/connecticut/wallingford/new-acting-fire-chief-named-wallingford
Fire Chief Ed Hancock has retired
After 34 years of dedication to the Lake of the Ozarks community, Fire Chief Ed Hancock has retired.
Watertown newest Fire Chief Tanya Reynen
Watertown officials recently announced its newest Fire Chief, Tanya Reynen.
https://wdtimes.com/news/local/swearing-in-ceremony-set-for-citys-new-fire-chief/article_ecfe6c32-f756-11ee-8c71-4f96d766342a.html
Lorenzo De Arcangelis new chief of Sicamous Fire Department
Lorenzo De Arcangelis has been named the new chief of the Sicamous Fire Department.
Leamington appointed Don Williamson as their new Fire Chief
The Municipality of Leamington has appointed Don Williamson as their new Fire Chief.
Leamington Appoints Don Williamson As Fire Chief
Yellowknife to Fort McMurray: lessons from the frontlines of Canada’s worst wildfires.
Lessons from the frontlines of Canada’s worst wildfires show that while stopping a fire can be challenging, learning how to get out of its way can save millions of dollars.
Volunteer firefighters see doubling in tax credit.
The federal government announced on Wednesday that tax credits for volunteer firefighters and search and rescue crews will double in 2024. Firefighters with 200 or more volunteer hours will now qualify for a $6,000 credit, up from the previous $3,000