Technologıcal advancements not only help first responders work more efficiently, but also keep them safe while on the job. Drone technology is ever changing, having made strides in the past few years, but its fluctuating nature hasn’t stopped fire and … Continue reading →
In 2016, cities invested approximately $52.4 billion in technology, according to a September 2017 Quartz article, “Smart Cities are great. Human-centric cities are (again) the future.” And a common thread seen throughout this issue of The Municipal is cities that … Continue reading →
It was beyond disheartening to witness what occurred this past August in Emancipation Park in Charlottesville, Va. From the Nazi flags being carried about to the loss of a young woman’s life, the best of the U.S. was not on … Continue reading →
Thousands of Public Safety Communications Officials will attend this International Event next week in Denver, Colorado. August 8, 2016 – Denver, CO – Over 5,000 people in the Public Safety Sector will converge at the Colorado Convention Center August 13th … Continue reading →
Preparedness both within the fleet shop and workers’ homes comes a long way when disasters — natural or manmade — occur, throwing all into disorder. During his presentation at the NAFA Expo and Institute in Tampa, Fla., in April, James … Continue reading →
“Stop, drop and roll.” We’ve drilled that into our children so that in the event of a fire — rather than panic — they’d automatically know what to do. A similar mindset needs to be implemented when it comes to … Continue reading →
by BRIAN S. GETTEMEIER | Cotteville Fire Protection District Can a small plastic tube save your life? No, it cannot but it can contain critical medical information that will assist first responders in providing quick and appropriate care. Emergency service … Continue reading →
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Fireaway Inc. is excited to announce the addition of Mr. William (Bill) Taylor, to its sales team as regional vice president of sales NW. Bill will be responsible for all sales and support activities needed to grow … Continue reading →
The city of Gatlinburg is “mountain tough” and is fighting its way back from a massive fire that started at the top of a trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and literally blew into the city limits and … Continue reading →
Innovations like alternative fuel vehicles widely available on the market mean that first responders are best served to undergo training specific to accident response so they can handle the situation should it arise — and with AFVs’ growing popularity, the … Continue reading →
Green is the name of the game for many fleet mangers across the U.S. as they integrate alternative fuels and other management technologies to meet sustainability or management goals, whether those include reducing greenhouse gas emissions, cutting dependency on foreign … Continue reading →
