Toyne—Avery County-Frank Volunteer Fire Department, Newland, NC, pumper. Freightliner M2 112 cab and chassis; Cummins L9 400-hp engine; Hale Qmax XS 1,500-gpm pump; UPF Poly 1,250-gallon water tank; 20-gallon foam cell; FoamPro 1600 Class A foam system; Onan 6-kW generator; FRC LED 900-Q65 scene lights. Dealer: Tracy Melton, Melton Fire Group, Greensboro, NC.

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PHOTOS: Crews are battling a massive blaze at a Maryland summer camp for kids that broke out Wednesday morning. Frederick County Fire & Rescue said at least 100 personnel are on the scene of the fire at Camp Airy. They said the two-alarm fire started in the dining hall and the initial dispatch was at 7:34 a.
- PUB DATE: 6/29/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WJLA-TV ABC 7 Washington, D.C.

ccording to a report, nearly half of all firefighter duty-related deaths across the country are caused by sudden cardiac deaths. The Springfield Fire Department says education is crucial in prevention. Springfield Fire Department’s Division Chief Kelly Ash says physical fitness is also crucial, with the department dedicating an hour a day to keeping firefighters in shape.
- PUB DATE: 6/29/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KYTV NBC 3 Springfield

VIDEO/PHOTOS: Paint splatters the sidewalks in Marion after two generations partnered together to honor those who risk their lives to public safety. A retired Marine veteran who lost people in the Vietnam war has partnered with descendants of a long line of military folks to produce a mural memorializing the military and first responders.
- PUB DATE: 6/29/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: The Southern Illinoisan - Metered Site