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| Amarillo City Council establishes Fire Marshal's Office within Fire Department The Amarillo City Council released details on its agreement approved on Tuesday with the Amarillo Professional Fire Fighters Association, which will establish the Fire Marshal's Office as a part of the Amarillo Fire Department. According to the city, the agreement will mark a return of the Fire Marshal's Office to the Fire Department. In the past, the office has been both a stand-alone department as well as part of the AFD. "This agreement approved by the city council allows for the Fire Marshal's Office to again be a division of the Amarillo Fire Department," said COA Interim City Manager Andrew Freeman. "I would like to thank the APFFA executive board for their collaboration while working on this agreement that benefits both sides. It represents cooperation and cohesion between entities that are committed to public safety and to the welfare of the residents of Amarillo." KAMR-TV NBC 4 AMARILLO Woman dies in large fire at apartment complex in north Harris County, fire marshal says VIDEO: At least one person was killed in a large fire at an apartment complex in north Harris County on Thursday morning. Officials initially said no injuries were reported, but in a later update, the Harris County Fire Marshal's Office said an adult woman was found dead inside a bedroom in the unit where they believe the fire started. Another resident was transported to the hospital due to anxiety, officials said. SkyEye flew over the burning complex, where large clouds of smoke and flames were seen rising from the roof. The fire started burning around 4:45 a.m. at The Park at Cumberland Apartment Complex at 505 Cypress Station Drive, firefighters said. HCFMO said the fire was out shortly after 7 a.m. The flames were contained to building four. Officials believe there are 14 units in the building. KTRK-TV ABC 13 HOUSTON Austin EMTs, firefighters help deliver baby girl A new bundle of joy calls Austin home after Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services and Austin Fire Department crews helped deliver a baby girl Tuesday. ATCEMS said in a social media post medics were dispatched early Tuesday morning following reports of a pregnant patient having contractions. When crews arrived, they saw "their patient in active labor, with the baby crowning," per the post. Within 10 minutes, ATCEMS and AFD teams helped deliver the baby girl, adding both the mom and infant are doing well. ATCEMS officials told KXAN the department assists with between 10 and 15 baby deliveries each year. All emergency medical technicians — whether they're basic or intermediate level, as well as paramedics — are trained in obstetrics and childbirth, along with identifying emergency situations involving pregnancies and deliveries. KXAN-TV NBC 36 AUSTIN Sherman Fire-Rescue ‘Klown Kompany' teaches fire safety to students VIDEO: This week is Fire Prevention Week and the Sherman Fire ‘Klown Kompany' is visiting local schools to give students a lesson in safety. Chief Billy Bob Hartsfield said the ‘Klown Kompany" has been visiting Sherman schools for over 20 years. "The show is very, very good, very informative," Chief Hartsfield said. "It teaches a great lesson and it's really fun." ‘Klown' Salty the Jester, said each year firefighters put together a new show for local elementary and preschool students. "King Patches and his knights are going on a journey to find the cup of fire safety," Salty said. Along the way, the three of them, along with the children, learn important lessons, like how to call for help. The ‘klowns' taught the students how to dial 911, and to tell dispatch their name, where they are and what their emergency is. KXII-TV CBS/MYNETWORKTV/FOX 12 SHERMAN 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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