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| Large fire breaks out at senior living facility, Chicago Fire Department says VIDEO: A large fire broke out at an independent senior living facility on the far North Side Wednesday morning, authorities said. Fire crews responded around 8:30 a.m. to Swartzberg House, an independent senior living facility at 3101 W Touhy Ave. There was a huge fire response at the scene. There were a few minor injuries but no serious injuries were reported, Chicago fire officials said. Fire officials said the fire originated inside a 6th floor unit. A resident was cooking in her kitchen when she put plastic and paper on the stove, which caught fire. The flames were contained to the unit but there is a lot of water damage to the 6th floor and a few levels below. Most of the fire damage could be seen on the top floor of the building. Several ambulances also responded to the scene to transport some residents out. WLS-TV ABC 7 CHICAGO Rockford Fire Department sees an increase in fire calls in a month VIDEO: Rockford Fire Department responded to 75 more fire calls and assisted almost 3,000 more incidents in the community from January to August 2022 in comparison to January to September of this year. That's according to the Rockford Fire Department, recent by the number's stats. Tom Morris, Coordinator and Lieutenant of the Division of Fire Protection for the Rockford Fire Department, says these calls showcase just much they are willing to go above and beyond for the community." "We essentially are what we call public servant for everyone that we serve, work to be transparent, and make sure we are discussing items with the public and answering their call." Morris said. "And we send out these stats to build a discussion on things with the public and get their feedback to make sure we are channeling our services to what the public is asking for." WREX-TV NBC 13 ROCKFORD PREVIOUS STATE NEWS |
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| VIDEO: 2 North Carolina firefighters hurt when part of building collapses A video released by the Winston-Salem Fire Department on Wednesday shows two firefighters getting hurt while responding to a call for service. On Oct. 5, fire officials were working at East Sprague Street in Winston-Salem when a part of the structure collapsed on two firefighters. Other firefighters on the scene rushed to help the two who were injured and pulled them out of the rubble. Both of the injured firefighters were taken to the hospital where they were treated and released. "We are thankful for your positive thoughts and prayers!" the WSFD posted on social media. WGHP-TV FOX 8 HIGH POINT ‘We have an opportunity to make a difference': Florida fire captain to begin 2-week deployment to Israel amid war VIDEO: A South Florida firefighter who is answering the call for volunteers is preparing to head to Israel to help people there. Speaking with 7News on Wednesday, Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue Capt. Jason Friedman said he felt compelled to travel overseas following Hamas' early Saturday morning's surprise attack out of Gaza. "I'm a very firm believer that this is the path that was chosen for me," he said. And that path will take Friedman to the Middle East. "Right now, they need our help, so that's my motivation for going over there," he said. Friedman is a member of Emergency Volunteers Project, or EVP, a group that provides Israel with emergency services support. This is his first deployment with them. Friedman will be gone for two weeks. WSVN-TV FOX 7 MIAMI Firefighting summit in Maryland explores modern problems, solutions Hundreds of firefighting leaders and experts from across the nation gathered at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg on Tuesday for the second annual U.S. Fire Administrator's Summit on Fire Prevention and Control. Thousands more tuned in virtually to discuss and listen to important topics in their field. For example, the summit addressed how climate change is driving an increase in wildfires and how lithium batteries can be a fire risk. The batteries catch fire quickly, giving people little time to react. Because of that, fire deaths are increasing, as well. This year's summit had double the attendance from last year's, Evrim Bunn, a spokesperson for the Federal Emergency Management Agency, said. Frederick County Fire Chief Tom Coe said in an interview after the event that the summit was motivating and enlightening. THE FREDERICK NEWS-POST - METERED SITE California fire department wraps firetruck in pink and blue for cancer awareness effort VIDEO: Sacramento Metro Fire wrapped a fire engine in pink and blue as part of a cancer awareness effort. According to the fire department, the firetruck debuted on October 1 and will stay wrapped through November. The fire department said the truck would still be used in service calls across the department's five battalions. "We understand the profound impact cancer has had on individuals and their loved ones, and we are dedicated to making a meaningful difference through our efforts," the fire department said in a press release. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and pink ribbons are a common symbol used to raise awareness about the disease. Similarly, November is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and is associated with the color blue. KTXL-TV FOX 40 SACRAMENTO Women in Arkansas breaking boundaries in the emergency responder industry VIDEO: According to the U.S. Fire Administration in the volunteer fire service industry, only 11% of the people are women, but in Bono, they are changing that number. The Bono Volunteer Fire Department has six female members of the 27 total making them just less than 25%. For Tracey Snell, it was not something she really thought about. "It is not something I grew up thinking I would do, not in a million years," Snell said. Racheal Blansett is another member of the department and started with the junior program. She said it's not an easy transition. "At first it is tough because you are a female, you must prove your worth. You have to be strong, you have to be level-headed, and be able to talk to the guys," Blansett said. Blansett is not the only junior member who worked her way up. KAIT-TV ABC/NBC/CW+ 8 JONESBORO PREVIOUS NATIONAL NEWS |
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