As solar roofs become more popular and the technology within the industry evolves, it creates some challenges for firefighters. According to an article published by the International Association of Fire Fighters, photovoltaic systems, commonly known as solar systems, were reportedly … Continue reading →
At 5:15 a.m. Feb. 28 a fire swept through J&B Pallett Co. in Warsaw, Ind., seat of Kosciusko County. Units from Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory stations were on the scene in minutes, but an hour later calls were still going out … Continue reading →
Fall is well underway and winter’s on the doorstep, so maybe now really is the best time for parks and recreation departments to reflect on what worked and what didn’t this year, and to plot out how to bring those … Continue reading →
With the largest firefighting show in the world coming up this month, The Municipal has public safety — particularly firefighting — on the brain. We’ve been particularly concerned lately by the invasion of wildland urban interface into practically every community … Continue reading →
With the largest firefighting show in the world coming up this month, The Municipal has public safety — particularly firefighting — on the brain. We’ve been intrigued lately by the invasion of wildland urban interface into practically every community in … Continue reading →
In addition to math, English and social studies, some high school students are adding firefighting to their course lists. At Twin Lakes High School in Monticello, Ind., students come together from seven different schools to enroll in a two-year program … Continue reading →
The Federal Aviation Administration requires all Part 139 airports, both municipal and private, to provide aircraft rescue and firefighting services. Those services are handled by the airport authority in larger cities, but smaller cities often rely on the local fire … Continue reading →
