Ada County approved buying Eagle Fire Station 2 for a new paramedic base, while a new shared fire station near Highway 55 will improve response to growth north of Eagle and wildfires.

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NYC's Ten House, near the World Trade Center, now serves as both an active firehouse and a 9/11 memorial, with Sal Argano the last 2001 firefighter still assigned there.

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Flint Fire Stations 6 and 8 are temporarily closed for long overdue kitchen renovations.

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Boone County's rapid growth is straining volunteer fire departments, which asked for a 0.01% public safety income tax increase to help cover rising calls and equipment costs.

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Pittsburgh (PA) had ordered 13 new fire trucks using funds pledged by healthcare nonprofits UPMC and Highmark, as the city works to replace an aging fleet.

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