A poignant documentary from the FDNY about the E. 23rd St. fire that killed 12 Bravest will be screened this week – marking the 51st anniversary of the fatal blaze. “My Father’s House” details the tragic fate of the two chiefs, two lieutenants and eight firefighters who died in the line of duty on Oct.
- PUB DATE: 10/18/2017 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: New York Daily News

Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert is proposing a city ordinance to address concerns that arose during the hiring of Fire Chief Dan Olsen in December. The ordinance would amend city codes that spell out how finalists are selected for promotions in Omaha’s Police and Fire Departments. The proposed changes are part of the city’s efforts to resolve matters raised in a lawsuit against the city over Stothert’s promotion of Olsen to chief, according to a letter to the council from the mayor and officials in the City Law and Human Resources Departments.
- PUB DATE: 10/18/2017 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Omaha World-Herald

Williamsfield (IL) Fire Protection District tanker. Kenworth T400 cab and chassis; Paccar PX-9EV 450-hp engine; heavy-duty stainless steel body; APR 2,000-gallon polypropylene tank.

Williamsfield (IL) Fire Protection District tanker. Kenworth T400 cab and chassis; Paccar PX-9EV 450-hp engine; heavy-duty stainless steel body; APR 2,000-gallon polypropylene tank.