"We're trying to simulate what we're actually going to do in real life," said Ryan Gahan, fleet manager of Conair's air attack operations. The purpose of an aerial assault is to cool a fire down or limit its spread, so ground crews can...
"We're trying to simulate what we're actually going to do in real life," said Ryan Gahan, fleet manager of Conair's air attack operations. The purpose of an aerial assault is to cool a fire down or limit its spread, so ground crews can safely move in to contain it. But atta...
Firefightersput out fires and perform dangerous rescues. They show up at car accidents, plane crashes and other emergencies, using their skills to help victims. Becoming a firefighter takes a great amount of skill and effort. Firefighters in British Columbia must meet both educational and physical ...
With a firefighter lifestyle, there are many ways that stress can affect one’s life. In my many years of private practice, I have come to believe that stress truly is the silent killer. One stressful event will not kill you. It is the compounding effects of many years and many stressf...
“This year, FireSmart BC is offering a one-time recovery uplift of $100,000 for affected communities, in addition to wildlife mitigation funding,” said the release. Saskatchewan Saskatchewan hastwo active wildfirescurrently, and has had 101 so far this year. ...
“I want to be a volunteer firefighter, so I can help my community. My first step is to apply online.” The amazing thing about this exercise is it can change depending on where you are in your life. You can fill out this power statement every 6 months and see what changes. It’s...
In the early 2000s, Alina worked as a volunteer firefighter, earning her first responder certification and paving the way to her current career. Her activities aren’t nearly as dangerous today. Her hobbies include fixing up her 100-year-old house, doing artsy stuff, and going to the lake...
Hobbs proposes increase to wildland firefighter pay Updated: 18 hours ago| Governor Hobbs said she wants to introduce a 15% pay raise for the state's wildland firefighters. Politics Unplugged Politics Unplugged (Full episode) January 19, 2025 Updated: 23 hours ago| In this episode of ...
Learn about the requirements and preparation on our Free Firefighter Test practice page. Air Traffic Controller –To become an Air Traffic controller you must pass the ATSA Test. Candidates need skills in using radar and radio, to monitor and ensure safety during takeoff and landing procedures. ...
A firefighter in New York City clears debris from ground zero. © iStockphoto/Tim McCaig Search-and-rescue operations in an urban environment present a unique challenge. It's not a single survivor floating in the ocean or a lost hiker in the wilderness. Disasters like Sept. 11 and Hu...