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Fortuna Volunteer Fire Department introduces new training facility

A new classroom has been assembled, next to the fire training tower behind the Fortuna Volunteer Fire Department.
Norwich Bulletin

Otis Street fire demonstrated the need for a unified command for city fire departments

Norwich Fire Chief Sam Wilson explains what his department learned from the fatal fire that happened on Otis Street in April ...
Firehouse

Training: Pathway to Excellence For Small Fire Departments

A small fire department with a good reputation for professionalism at incidents is sure to have a strong training program as one of its attributes. Training as a means to proficiency sounds easy. Sit ...
WMBD Peoria on MSN

Landmark agreement signed between local fire departments to improve public safety

Five volunteer fire departments in Brimfield, Yates City, Farmington, Elmwood and Williamsfield have signed a joint agreement ...

New training equipment helps Johnson Siding Volunteer fire fighters build skills and confidence

A new piece of equipment is helping firefighters with the Johnson Siding Volunteer fire department be better prepared to save ...
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Congresswoman Introduces Bills to Pay Departments for Cancellations at National Fire Academy

U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney (D-MD) said the sudden pause of classes at the Emmitsburg campus was "completely nonsensical.