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Posted: Dec 26, 2018

Two Injured in Germantown (PA) Collision Involving Fire Apparatus

 
 

Two people — both from the passenger car — have been reported injured. It happened just after 7 p.m. on Baynton Street near Greene Street.  

There's no word yet on the cause of the accident. Police ask that drivers avoid the area.

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Posted: Dec 26, 2018

New Fire Apparatus Enhances Meredith (NH) Capability

 
 
Built on a Ford 550 chassis, the new piece of apparatus can provide access for up to five firefighters, along with water or other equipment, to the fire scene.  

Money for the new acquisition came largely from a FEMA grant that covered 95 percent — or $148,572 — of the truck’s cost. The town provided a 5 percent matching grant of $7,428, according to Fire Chief Ken Jones.  

This is the second time in four years that the department has been able to acquire a new piece of firefighting equipment through the FEMA Federal Assistance to Firefighters grants program.

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Posted: Dec 26, 2018

National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Welcomes New Board Member

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Leonard, Vice President of Motorola Solutions Sales and Services, Inc. for the Mid-Atlantic region to the Foundation’s Board of Directors.

Mr. Leonard joined Motorola in 2001 and currently oversees strategic business development, customer advocacy and talent development in the Mid-Atlantic region. He has made significant contributions in furthering Motorola’s goals to expand its reach within the wireless communications and public safety software industry by delivering technology solutions that support First Responders.

Additionally, he is active in several national and local public safety technology related associations such as the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO), The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), and International Wireless Communications (IWCE). Mr. Leonard also sits on the Board at the Philadelphia Police Foundation, the Montgomery County Maryland Chamber of Commerce and the Washington DC Police Foundation.

“We are very pleased to have Michael join the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s Board of Directors. His insights and experiences in the public safety sector will enhance our mission and help the Foundation connect with more people and organizations in the fire service and beyond,” says Chief Dennis Compton, NFFF’s Chairman of the Board.

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Posted: Dec 26, 2018

Everett woman braves apartment fire to help save others

On Monday, Bekka Gilbert escaped a two-alarm fire at her Everett apartment complex. “I’m hearing my roommates scream, 'Get out! Get out! There’s a fire! There’s a fire!' ” said Gilbert, outside her parents' house in Marysville. After initially escaping the blaze, Bekka said she went back into the smoke to help save others.
- PUB DATE: 12/26/2018 6:03:19 AM - SOURCE: KOMO-TV ABC 4 and Radio 1000
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Posted: Dec 26, 2018

New Jersey firefighter killed responding to call on Christmas morning

South Jersey fire company is mourning the loss of one of their own who was killed in a single-car crash while responding to a call in Hamilton Township, Atlantic County on Christmas morning. Police say 21-year-old Natalie Dempsey of Mays Landing was driving a black 2001 Honda Accord, when she lost control, and drove off the roadway, striking a guardrail.
- PUB DATE: 12/26/2018 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WPVI- TV ABC6
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