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TERRORISM RESPONSE - MAJOR INCIDENTS
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World Trade Center Disaster 9/11/01
Firehouse® Magazine presents a pictorial review of the progression of the World Trade Center incident following the Sept. 11 terrorist attack. Coverage focuses on the collapse of the two 110-story towers, the aftermath, the damaged and destroyed fire apparatus and other emergency vehicles, scenes from Ground Zero, and tributes paid to the rescuers and to those who were lost.
On The Job – Illinois: Firefighters Rescue Dozens Of Occupants At 5-Alarm Fire In Apartment Complex
Carrie Steinweg reports from the scene of a major incident that required the response of 19 fire departments and numerous support units.
Progress Report
David Liscio describes the command decisions and tactics that prevented what could have been the "Third Great Lynn Fire"; Bill Eisner covers a fast-moving residential fire in Detroit; plus the latest "Hot Spots on the Web."
Miracle On Texas Highway 71
Robert M. Winston details the ways in which the dedication, courage and training of emergency responders helped avert a tragedy.
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APPARATUS
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Apparatus Showcase
Manufacturers of fire apparatus and emergency vehicles display the newest products for the fire-rescue service.
Crew Resource Management Applied To The Incident Command System - Part 5
Dennis L. Rubin continues his series of articles on adapting aviation management techniques to the mitigation of fires and other emergencies.
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TACTICS
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Water Flow Technology: Part 2 - Fire Attack Hose
Bob Halton and Kirk Allen point out that you may find some interesting things when you check the pressure at the nozzle and the discharge pressure on the pump discharge panel.
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TECHNOLOGY
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Thermal Imaging: Helping To Get The Job Done Efficiently And Safely
Mike Richardson provides specific information about how company officers and ICs can use thermal imaging to improve their operations.
Thermal Imaging Technology: What’s New
Manufacturers showcase the latest developments in thermal imaging technology and related products.
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HEALTH & SAFETY
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Close Calls
Firehouse® Magazine readers and contributing editors team up to tell survivors’ stories of dangerous fireground experiences.
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FIREHOUSE EXPO 2001
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Firehouse Expo 2001 Recap
A pictorial review of the July 2001 event, highlighting the seminar programs, hands-on training, exhibit floor, parade, flea market and other events.
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Columns |
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Fire Politics
Aid For Firefighters How Much? Who Gets What?
By Hal Bruno
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Safety & Survival
Outside Venting
By Vincent Dunn
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EMS
It’s OK To Cry!
By Gary Ludwig
Also See: Ludwig's EMS Archives
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Fire Law
Federal Death Benefits For World Trade Center Victims
By Steve Blackistone
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Communicating
Learning Your “ABCs”: (Acronyms ’Bout Communications)
By Barry Furey
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Hazmat Studies
Do You Have an Emergency Involving Chemicals? CHEMTREC Celebrates 30 Years of Service
By Robert Burke
Also See: Hazmat Training
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University Of Extrication
Electrical Systems – Part 4: Shutdown Procedures
By Ronald E. Moore
Also See: Extrication Archives
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Chief Concerns
Changing Firefighters Changes The Way They Interact With Apparatus
By Neil Lipski
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Command Post
A Good Leader Is Neither A Lazy Bones Nor a Roadblock
By Harry R. Carter, Ph.D.
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First Responder Finance
What’s Ahead For The Economy And Our Personal Portfolios?
By Dennis Smith and Jack Mayberry
More: First Responder Finance Archives
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Departments |
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As Firehouse Sees It
A Tremendous Price To Pay
By Harvey Eisner
Hot Off The Wire - President Bush Honors Fallen Firefighters
Firehouse.com
Keys To Interactive Marketing
Forum
Firefronts
Hot Shots
Fire Wire
Rekindles
Compiled by Paul Hashagen
New Deliveries
Calendar
More: Firehouse.Com Events Calendar
New Products
Industry News
Advertiser Index
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Dedication |
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This month’s Firehouse® is dedicated to Firefighter Dale Simpson, 38, of the Clear Lake, IA, Fire Department; Assistant Chief Anthony Murdick, 25, and Firefighter/Paramedic Scott Wilson, 25 of the Unionville/Center Township, PA, Volunteer Fire Department; and Firefighter Brian S. Richter, 34, of the Pottsville, AR, Volunteer Fire Department, all of whom died in the line of duty, April 2001.
More: Firehouse.Com: In the Line of Duty
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