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The mission of the Metro Atlanta Fire Chiefs Association is to promote informed and progressive leadership in the Metro Atlanta area that results in control and reduces the impacts from fire, emergency medical, and natural or man-made disasters through legislation, prevention, professional development, standards, information, and education. |
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Wednesday, February 22, 2011 @ 11:00AM
Dekalb County Fire Rescue Headquarters
Presentation: Lyn Pardue - Standards and Training |
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Daily Dispatch: Georgia News
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Swifter waters could mean more money flowing to the Columbus fire department
The recent breaching of the Eagle-Phenix Dam on the Chattahoochee has resulted in swifter waters. That has Columbus Fire and EMS trying to better prepare for future water rescues. "Every wave in the southeast that we have, the boater has the control. This is the only wave in the southeast where the wave has the power,” said kayaker Joey Robinson.
- PUB DATE: 5/17/2012 5:08:37 PM - SOURCE: WRBL-TV CBS 3 Columbus
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No recommendation to merge Canton fire services with county
A committee of the Canton City Council tasked with finding ways to improve city fire services is now recommending against consolidating with Cherokee County, but at least one of its members thinks combining fire services is still viable. The committee was taking its recommendation to the Canton City Council on Thursday night, but no action was expected.
- PUB DATE: 5/18/2012 1:08:12 AM - SOURCE: Cherokee Tribune
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Douglas County: Neighbors rescue woman from burning home
Neighbors came to a woman’s rescue after noticing smoke and flames coming from her home during Thursday night’s strong storms in Douglas County. Michael Bruce said thunder and lightning were rolling through his Douglasville neighborhood when he noticed Ann Bartow’s Hillside Drive home was on fire.
- PUB DATE: 5/18/2012 4:43:30 AM - SOURCE: WSB-TV ABC 2 Atlanta
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Last Updated on Monday, 20 February 2012 20:25 |
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Daily Dispatch: National News
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IAFC Testifies on USFA Funding, Roles
Chief Jim Critchley of the Tucson Fire Department and president of the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Science, Space and Technology’s Subcommittee on Technology and Innovation. In his testimony, Critchley, representing the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and WFCA, supported the authorization of adequate funding for the U.
- PUB DATE: 5/18/2012 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: international association of fire chiefs
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Texas Firefighter Dies While Training
A Brazos County Precinct Three firefighter died Thursday evening while training at TEEX Brayton Fire Training Field in College Station. William Richard "Dick" Danes, 69-years-old, died during a ladder training evolution. The exact cause of death isn't known yet.
- PUB DATE: 5/18/2012 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: kbtx.com
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VIDEO: Flaming Van Rolls Toward Calif. Firefighters, Freeway Traffic
The video shows firefighters responding to a van fire on the side of the freeway. As crews arrive, the vehicle begins to roll toward their apparatus and onto the highway.Thre were no injuries at this incident. "Whenever possible, all vehicles should be chocked, regardless of the incident," Matt wrote.
- PUB DATE: 5/18/2012 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: fire engineering
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