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Firefighters put their lives on the line every day as part of their job. Even when they’re not running into a burning building, the cumulative effects of what they deal with can have a serious impact on their health. Some of these risks are obvious, but others are...

The term wildfire is one we are seeing and hearing more frequently. That’s because wildfires — unplanned fires that burn in natural areas — can be extremely harmful to nature, wildlife and humans. Roughly 70,000 wildfires have been documented since 1983. It is...

Firefighters need to carry a lot of gear, and there’s a good reason for that. It would be much more difficult, if not impossible, for these first responders to keep others safe from fires if they were just as vulnerable themselves. In addition to the immediate threat...

Saving lives is a firefighter’s primary objective. Every second matters, and people trapped inside a burning structure can’t wait until the blaze has been extinguished. This is why fire search and rescue is a critical component of firefighting operations. “Search and...

Firefighters regularly throw themselves into some of the most dangerous and challenging situations. When lives are on the line, they need to be able to perform their duties without fail. Not only do they need to carry people and heavy equipment, but they also must...

Firefighters carry a lot of gear to protect them from physical harm. Helmets guard against falling debris. A breathing apparatus is there to prevent smoke inhalation. Heavy coats and gloves keep them from being exposed to flames and extreme heat. However, even with...

There’s much more to protecting a firefighter’s health and safety than helmets and coats. Keeping first responders safe while they save lives requires effort on multiple fronts. Some strategies include using science to create the safest possible environment and give...

Controlling fire was one of the human race’s earliest technological achievements. Despite thousands of years of scientific advancements since that time, we’re still looking for new ways to rein in this elemental force. New innovations in firefighting equipment are...