Alexis Fire Equipment is pleased to announce the appointment of Dinges Fire Company (DFC) as a new dealer covering six states in the Midwest.

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VIDEO: Two people have been hospitalized for smoke inhalation and burns following a large fire that broke out early Thursday morning at an apartment complex on Detroit’s west side.

The fire broke out at the Russell Woods apartments on Webb Street around 5 a.m.

By 5:30 a.m., large flames could be seen emanating through the roof of at least one building in the complex and appeared to be fully engulfed.

Firefighters responded aggressively to the fire after receiving initial reports that residents may still be trapped inside.

The fire has since been extinguished and the cause remains under investigation.

A man and a woman, both in their 50s, were hospitalized as a result of the fire. One firefighter also suffered an ankle injury, Local 4 learned.

The American Red Cross was on the scene to assist and help find temporary housing for four families who have been displaced.

WDIV-TV NBC 4 Detroit

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VIDEO: The 35th annual World Firefighter Challenge Championship is taking place this week in the Plaza Hotel and Casino parking lot in downtown Las Vegas, running from October 19 through October 24.

Three hundred eighty-six firefighters from 21 countries will race head-to-head in an event ESPN calls “the toughest two minutes in sports.” Competitors climb a five-story tower, hoist heavy gear, chop, drag hoses, and pull a 165-pound rescue dummy, all while wearing full turnout gear and breathing apparatus.

The event is free and open to the public.

City leaders say the event gives families, including children considering a career in public safety, a chance to see the strength, courage and teamwork required to be a firefighter.

The championship is being held at the Plaza Hotel and Casino parking lot on Main Street in downtown Las Vegas.

KVVU-TV FOX 5 Las Vegas

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Atlantic City honored its firefighting history with the unveiling of a mural next to a historic fire station in the midst of a preservation project.

“The Door That Opened” features the late Fire Chief and Drill Commander Marvin E. Beatty Jr., for whom Fire Station 2 at Indiana and Baltic avenues is named.

Created by artist Chanelle René, it celebrates belonging, community and bravery.

The mural includes a young girl looking up at Beatty in admiration. She is modeled after Quinn, the daughter of assisting artist John Morris.

It highlights the importance of Black representation in the Atlantic City Fire Department and the lasting influence of role models on future generations.

Wednesday’s event celebrated the preservation of a century-old public safety landmark and the power of public art to honor the people and history that shape Atlantic City’s neighborhoods.

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Central Pierce Fire & Rescue crews responded to a natural gas leak in Orting near Kansas Street Southwest and Eldredge Avenue Southwest. The scene was secured as of 2:43 p.m., and Puget Sound Energy was on site assessing damage to a 2.5-inch natural gas line.

As a precaution, residents within the three surrounding blocks were asked to shelter in place while crews worked to resolve the situation.

People in the affected area were told to remain indoors with doors and windows closed, turn off heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems if it was safe to do so, and avoid smoking, open flames or operating electrical switches.

As a precaution, residents within the three surrounding blocks were asked to shelter in place while crews worked to resolve the situation.

People in the affected area were told to remain indoors with doors and windows closed, turn off heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems if it was safe to do so, and avoid smoking, open flames or operating electrical switches.

KOMO-TV ABC 4 Seattle

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