The Everett Fire Department (EFD) has responded to two incidents in the past week, both involving young children falling from third-story windows in their homes, according to a news release. These accidents resulted in significant injuries and both went to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle for medical care.
- PUB DATE: 7/1/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: My Northwest

Okanogan County Emergency Management has announced the lifting of all evacuation orders for residents affected by the 278-acre Gold Creek Fire. The fire, which started on June 22 and has burned 278 acres, is now 70% contained, with crews actively mopping up the remaining blaze. According to the Northwest Washington Interagency Incident Management Team, as of June 27, firefighters have achieved 70% containment of the fire.
- PUB DATE: 6/28/2024 4:30:00 AM - SOURCE: KAYU-TV FOX 28 Spokane

One man remains in critical condition after an intense fire at a Brooklyn apartment building that firefighters say was sparked by a charging lithium-ion battery. The fire broke out inside the building just before 6:40 a.m. Thursday on Avenue M in the Midwood section. At least four people were hurt in the fire.
- PUB DATE: 6/28/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WABC-TV ABC 7 New York

Firefighters and police officers are brotherhoods that intersect when the public calls, and recently, when there’s a call for change in the law regarding partial-disability benefits. "I see zero drawbacks with this law [House Bill 5188]," Cpt. Steve McCormick of the Huntington Fire Department said. House Bill 5188 received unanimous support during this year’s regular session.
- PUB DATE: 6/28/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Charleston Gazette-Mail - Metered Site

PHOTOS: Long years of dedicated service are nothing new in the 125-year history of the Mt. Pleasant Volunteer Fire Department. Take, for example, fire Chief Paul Harenchar, who has been a member of the firefighting organization for 41 years, or Bill Hare and Dave Bert — each with three decades or more of service, which includes caring for the department’s 109-year-old antique fire engine.
- PUB DATE: 6/28/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Trib Live