So, while California continues to fight the viral pandemic, it must also be ready to fight wildfires while protecting the firefighters from the virus. This is being done by training in smaller groups with more spacing between firefighters. At real fires, base camp tents will be much farth...
Wildfire near Yosemite Is Burning out of Control; California Blaze Is among More Than 50 Active Fires across the WestFRESNO, Calif. * An out-of-control forest fire threatening about2,500 structures near Yosemite...By Wozniacki
Fires can be highly devastating, putting people at risk and threatening the lives of the public in surrounding areas – not to mention how destructive they can be in terms of damage to materials and property. A connected approach Fortunately, right now, our world is more connected than ever ...
This innovative technology is often used in logistics facilities to provide preventive protection for closed, automated areas. By reducing the oxygen level in the area to be protected, an atmosphere is created in which fires cannot start in the first place. The spread of fire is prevented. This...
Human safety is one of the most important considerations for building design and management1,2. Indeed, a wide range of natural and anthropogenic emergencies could impose risks on buildings, including fires, earthquakes, and floods3. Unfortunately, in the U.S., active shooter incidents present an...
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An effective EAP includes: • A preferred method for reporting fires and other emergencies • An evacuation policy and procedure • Emergency escape procedures and route assignments (i.e., floor plans, safe areas) • Contact information for, and responsibilities of individuals to be contacted...
these weather-related events extend far past California. Several large-scale fires broke out in the summer, and the largest of these spread smoke across the southern quarter of the state. Fire eats everything in its path, and we are thankful for the first responders who were able to contai...
Given the fire service’s mission to fight fires, it is sadly ironic that there are arsonists in our midst. Admittedly, it’s a small number when compared to the multitude of firefighters who work tirelessly to achieve their mission. However, firefighter arsonists can have a huge negative ...
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