Firefighting is an occupation that comes with inherent risks. In addition to the physical demands, there are also health risks associated with the job. For instance, the rate at which firefighters develop cancer outpaces the general population by 9 percent, and their risk of dying from cancer is 14 percent higher, according to a study published by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
- PUB DATE: 9/13/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: North Carolina Health News

The bills are expected to help and support New Yorkers "whose lives were transformed on that terrible day." In remembrance of the 21st anniversary of 9/11, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul today signed five pieces of legislation that officials believe will provide support to 9/11 victims, survivors and their families.
- PUB DATE: 9/13/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Hudson Valley Post

PHOTOS: A Whitewater firefighter is coming up on a major milestone in his career, as he will hit 50 years of service before he retires next summer. You can usually find Terry Phelps behind the wheel of a fire truck. “I grew up on the fire department,” Phelps said. “My dad was on for 25 years.” Service is in Phelps’ blood.
- PUB DATE: 9/13/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Spectrum News 1

More than half of the firefighters of the West Thurston Regional Fire Authority could lose their jobs and three of the five department stations could be closed if voters fail to approve a levy in November, according to Fire Chief Rob Smith. The West Thurston Regional Fire Authority prides itself on having the latest tools and well-trained staff to handle everything from deadly crashes on I-5 to water rescues, and summer brush fires, but the agency's abilities could be facing deep cuts.
- PUB DATE: 9/13/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KING-TV NBC 5 Seattle

The Bolt Creek fire, which began early Saturday morning, is now 5 percent contained as of 8 a.m. Tuesday – an increase from 2 percent on Monday. Officials say the fire, burning between Index and Skykomish along Highway 2, has burned through about 7,700 acres. Conditions were quiet overnight, officials say.
- PUB DATE: 9/13/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KOMO-TV ABC 4 Seattle