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| Fires at shooting ranges in Fairbanks and Palmer prompt responses from state forestry Wildland firefighters from the Alaska Division of Forestry and BLM Alaska Fire Service suppressed two wildfires Saturday that were triggered by recreational shooting at shooting ranges in Fairbanks and Palmer. The first fire, the 9.1-acre Chena Hot Springs Road Shooting Range Fire, was reported at approximately 1:30 p.m. at a shooting range near Mile 36 Chena Hot Springs Road in the Chena River State Recreation Area east of Fairbanks. The fire was reported to be spreading rapidly uphill behind the shooting range. A helicopter from the Fairbanks Forestry station was used to make multiple water drops on the fire while ground forces were mobilized. A Helitack load and three Forestry engines initially responded and began working to suppress the fire. Eight BLM Alaska Fire Service smokejumpers responded to the fire by van and the White Mountain Type 2 Initial Attack Crew based in Fairbanks was called in to assist so engines could be released and available for potential new starts. AK FIRE INFO PREVIOUS STATE NEWS |
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| Massive Fire Destroys Historic Church in Philadelphia's Tacony Neighborhood VIDEO/PHOTOS: A massive fire destroyed a historic church in Philadelphia's Tacony neighborhood. Firefighters were able to bring the flames under control around 7 p.m. Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel said the building was a total loss. Built in 1884, St. Leo had been a community landmark in Tacony for more than 135 years. It became a worship site in 2013 after merging with Our Lady of Consolation Parish and it permanently closed in January 2019, according to a report by the Northeast Times. Maureen Nemchik joined St. Leo's in 1980 and fought back tears as she watched the fire. "It's really hard for all the people who've gone to St. Leo's for births, christenings, weddings, funerals and you know everything in between," Nemchik said. "I was married here. My daughter was married here." WCAU-TV NBC 10 PHILADELPHIA Firefighter shortage poses problem as number of California fires continues to rise Fires in Fresno are up 50% compared to this time last year, and with the hottest months still ahead, officials say that percentage is expected to rise. Firefighters are expecting 2021 to be a record-breaking year. Crews have already put out 2,500 fires this year. That's nearly half of last year's total in just over four months. "Pretty incredible pace we are on. Most of the veteran firefighters in the department with 20 to 25 years on the job said they have never seen it like this," said Shane Brown with the Fresno Fire Department. In just the first nine days of May, crews have already responded to nearly 200 fire calls. "The numbers we are seeing now are completely unprecedented," Brown said. Brown says homeless-involved fires are up 100% from 2020. Vegetation fires are also on the rise, with an increase of 128% year over year. "Seeing these red flag warnings this early in the season, that is something that for several years has not happened," Brown said. KFSN-TV ABC 30 FRESNO Firefighters' lawsuit over cargo ship blasts in Florida moves to federal court A lawsuit filed by 10 Jacksonville firefighters who were injured last year while fighting a cargo ship fire at Blount Island has been transferred to federal court, News4Jax learned Friday. The lawsuit, filed by the Pajcic & Pajcic law firm, holds Hoegh Autoliners and several other companies responsible for the firefighters' injuries stemming from the cargo ship fire and resulting explosion. The 15-floor cargo ship caught fire June 4, 2020, while it was docked at Blount Island. As fire crews fought the flames, an explosion occurred on the eighth deck. Despite wearing protective gear, several firefighters suffered severe burns. None died, but several were hospitalized. In the end, it took more than 150 firefighters over a week to put out the fire, an effort that cost the city of Jacksonville millions of dollars. Among other things, the lawsuit claims the cargo ship was loaded with 2,400 junked and wrecked cars that didn't have their batteries and electrical systems disconnected. WJXT-TV NEWS 4 JACKSONVILLE 4-year-old boy becomes Texas fire chief through Make-A-Wish foundation VIDEO/PHOTOS: The McAllen fire department, along with other local fire and law enforcement agencies, came together to grant four-year-old Justin Perez's wish to become one of his favorite superheroes, a firefighter. Fire Chief Jim Schultz said it was heartwarming to know that Perez looks up to front line workers. "When we got this call and were made aware of his situation and his request, we were willing to do everything we could for this young man," he said. Schultz said when it comes to giving back to the community it is important to go above and beyond. Throughout the day, Perez was not only able to wear a firefighter suit but also experience what it was like to do day-to-day firefighter duties. Laura Moreno who is Justin's mom says she knew the community was planning something big for her son but was amazed to see that it was bigger than what she expected. "He doesn't even miss me," she said. KVEO-TV NBC/CBS 23 BROWNSVILLE U.S. COVID cases down 30% over past two weeks as country averages 2 million shots per day The rate of average daily new COVID cases in the U.S. fell to below 41,000 over the weekend, down 30% from two weeks ago and the lowest level since September, Johns Hopkins University data showed. The country has reported an average of 2 million vaccinations per day over the past week, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data, down 40% from its peak level. The U.S. is reporting 40,800 daily new infections, based on a seven-day average of data compiled by Johns Hopkins. That figure is down 30% over the past 14 days and 43% from the most recent high point, when the country was seeing about 71,000 daily cases in mid-April. It is also the lowest average since Sept. 19. The latest seven-day average of daily U.S. COVID deaths is 667, Johns Hopkins data shows, far below the winter highs. CNBC PREVIOUS NATIONAL NEWS |
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| | | Fire Contracts Available Sourcewell and FireRescue GPO have announced new cooperative contract awards for firefighting equipment including breathing apparatus and turnout gear. |
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| | | FireRescue GPO - is now partnering with Sourcewell, one of the largest cooperative purchasing organizations in North America. Sourcewell (formerly NJPA) - is a government organization providing cooperative purchasing solutions across the United States and Canada to over 50,000 public-agency members. Membership is free with no obligation to purchase. With over 400 competitively awarded suppliers - members have access to contracts for fire apparatus, ambulances, fleet vehicles and products, facilities (MRO), furniture, office supplies, leasing services, and more. Learn more about the new partnership. Grainger - Featured Supplier - Trusted source for MRO and industrial products, firefighting equipment, and PPE Rosenbauer America - Featured Supplier - Leader in emergency vehicles including fire chassis, demo/stock units, aerials, pumpers, rescues, tankers, and ARFF |
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| Battalion Chief - Columbia River Fire & Rescue - St. Helens, OR Firefighter / EMT / Paramedic - Temporary Duty Assignment with Constellis - Multiple Locations Battalion Chief - Rural Metro Fire Department (Pima County) - Tucson, AZ Firefighter/Paramedic - City of La Grande - La Grande, OR Lateral Entry Firefighter/Paramedic - Whatcom County Fire District No. 7 - Ferndale, WA Lateral Firefighter / EMT - Eagle Fire Department - Eagle, ID Battalion Chief - City of Corvallis - Corvallis, OR Chief of Training - City of Kingman - Kingman, AZ Single-Role Paramedic - East Jefferson Fire Rescue - Port Townsend, WA Fire Chief - City of Bowling Green - Bowling Green, KY Training Officer - Chena-Goldstream Fire & Rescue - Fairbanks, AK Battalion Chief - City Of Rio Vista - Rio Vista, CA Fire Chief - City Of Rio Vista - Rio Vista, CA Confidential Recruiting: - What is it? Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic - Meridian Fire Department - Meridian, ID (closes: May 09, 2021) Fire Chief - City of Richmond - Richmond, CA (closes: May 14, 2021) Deputy Fire Marshal - Renton Regional Fire Authority - Renton, WA (closes: May 19, 2021) Vegetation Management Program Manager - Novato Fire District - Novato, CA (closes: May 20, 2021) EMS/Fire Chief-Assistant Public Safety Director - City of Woodbury - Woodbury, MN (closes: May 21, 2021) Career Firefighter/EMT-B / Career Firefighter/Paramedic - Spokane County Fire District 8 - Valleyford, WA (closes: May 21, 2021) Chief of Fire and EMS Services - Cities of Eugene and Springfield - Eugene and Springfield, OR (closes: May 24, 2021) Assistant Chief –Training & Operations - Aurora Fire District - Aurora, OR (closes: May 28, 2021) Division Chief - Scappoose Rural Fire Protection District - Scappoose, OR (closes: May 28, 2021) Fire Chief - South Placer Fire District - Granite Bay, CA (closes: May 28, 2021) EMT Basic Life Support Technicians - City of Eugene - Eugene, OR (closes: May 31, 2021) EMS Coordinator - Orange County Fire Authority - Irvine, CA (closes: May 31, 2021) Assistant Chief / Training Officer - City of Lynden - Lynden, WA (closes: May 31, 2021) Resident Firefighter - Missoula Rural Fire District - Missoula, MT (closes: Jun 01, 2021) Fire Inspector - Estes Valley Fire Protection District - Estes Park, CO (closes: Jun 01, 2021) Firefighter/EMTs and Firefighter/ Paramedics (Traditional Firefighter Assessment) - Mid-Columbia Fire and Rescue - The Dalles, OR (closes: Jun 03, 2021) Resident Volunteer Firefighter / Rural Residential Volunteer Firefighter - Corvallis Fire Department - Corvallis, OR (closes: Jun 04, 2021) Firefighter Paramedic - Redmond Fire & Rescue - Redmond, OR (closes: Jun 10, 2021) Fire Operations Division Chief - City of Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara, CA (closes: Jun 10, 2021) POST JOB MORE JOBS |
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| Used Low Pressure (2200psi) Survivair Packs, Tanks And Masks - Free for pickup, or ship at cost - Fall River Mills, CA 2000 INTERNATIONAL 4000 Series 4700 Conventional Cab - $12,500 - Carol Stream, IL 1983 International Brush/Rescue Truck - Sealed Bid Auction - Cathlamet, WA 1997 Pierce Saber Engine - $35,000 - Keizer, OR 2013 Spartan 105' Tractor Drawn Aerial - Asking $400,000 - Novato, CA SCOTT 45min 4500psi Cylinders - 54 Cylinders | $40,500 Total | $800/ea (minimum purchase 18) - Roseville Fire Department (CA) 1996 E-One 95' Tower Ladder - $49,000.00 - Carol Stream, IL 1993 Salisbury E-One Pumper - Asking $14,995 - Salem, OR PRICE SLASHED - 1993 Pierce Dash Pumper - Now asking $18,500 - Salem, OR POST EQUIPMENT MORE EQUIPMENT |
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