Consultants reviewed St. Joseph finances, including economic development priorities and Fire Station 10 costs.

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Murfreesboro Fire Rescue ordered three Pierce 107-foot aerial ladders to boost maneuverability and reach as the city grows.

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VIDEO: Two firefighters were injured after a Tesla exploded inside of an Auburn garage on Wednesday, according to the King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO). Officials said the electric vehicle exploded inside of a garage in the 28500 block of 53rd Avenue South and led to a two-alarm fire at the home.

It’s not clear why the vehicle exploded. KCSO said two firefighters were injured and transported to the hospital. Further details on their conditions were not available. The fire is under investigation by the sheriff’s office.

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PHOTOS: One person was found dead inside an apartment building in the Norwood section of the Bronx after an out-of-control fire broke out on Wednesday.

The fire was first reported on the second floor of a building at 374 East 209th St. shortly after noon. It reached 5 alarms just before 2 p.m. and wasn’t placed under control until after 8 p.m.

Several residents had to be rescued, but it wasn’t until five hours after fire started that search and rescue teams discovered one person dead inside the building.

In addition, FDNY officials said eight civilians were injured, including two with life-threatening injuries, another two with serious injuries and four with minor injuries. Six firefighters were also injured, including three with serious injuries and another three with minor injuries.

Among those critically injured was a 48-year-old woman who was rushed to Jacobi hospital. One of those injured is a child under 1 years old, but their injuries were believed to be minor.

“The firefighters were rescuing people from the building and EMS was providing lifesaving treatment right on the scene, saving multiple lives,” said FDNY Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore.

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The Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District is mourning the loss of one of its most remarkable members.

Retired Assistant Chief Edwin Martin passed away Friday, July 25, in Lehigh Acres at the age of 111 years and 159 days, according to the department.

Martin held the distinction of being the world’s oldest living firefighter and was widely recognized as the oldest known living man in the United States.

His firefighting career began in 1940 with the Baltimore County Fire Department, where he served for 24 years before retiring and moving to Lehigh Acres in 1964.

He came out of retirement in 1967 to join the Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District as a volunteer, eventually rising through nearly every leadership position in the organization.

Martin served as Interim Chief in 1970, Assistant Chief from 1971 to 1976 and later as Superintendent of Maintenance, where his deep knowledge of the department’s equipment and facilities earned him widespread respect.

The Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District is inviting family, friends, current and retired members and the community to honor Martin’s life and legacy.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, Aug. 10, at Hodges Funeral Home at Lee Memorial Park, 12777 FL-82, Fort Myers, Fla. 33913, with visitation from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A graveside service will follow immediately after.

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