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Posted: Mar 16, 2017

WDFW plans controlled burns on wildlife areas in eastern Washington

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) plans to conduct controlled burns this spring on parts of three wildlife areas in the northeast and southcentral areas of the state to reduce wildfire risks and enhance wildlife habitat. Controlled burns could begin as early as late March on at least 300 acres of the Sinlahekin Wildlife Area in Okanogan County and 200 acres of the Sherman Creek Wildlife area in Ferry County, depending on weather conditions and approval from the state Department of Natural Resources.
- PUB DATE: 3/16/2017 5:17:40 PM - SOURCE: Fish and Wildlife

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Posted: Mar 16, 2017

Richland firefighters fundraise for cancer cure

Once again Richland firefighters finished strong this past weekend, climbing 69 flights of stairs in Seattle, all in the name of fighting cancer. Out of 1,800 firefighters, Richland firefighter Andy Sabin came in 34th and Adam Hardgrove come in at 46th. Every year, the Richland Fire Departent, along with others from around the world raise money to support Leukemia and the Lyphoma society.
- PUB DATE: 3/16/2017 5:11:13 PM - SOURCE: KAPP-TV Yakima

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Oregon Police and Fire Departments Purchase New Drone

Posted: Mar 16, 2017

Oregon Police and Fire Departments Purchase New Drone

It's not a bird, it's not quite a plane, but it can soar high above the ground and it's the next great tool for the Oregon Police and Fire Departments.The City of Oregon recently approved the purchase and use of a new professional drone for their emergency service departments.

The drone is outfitted with numerous technological abilities including a guidance system that allows them to avoid flying into objects that come within eight feet of the drone. It's also equipped with a radiometric thermal camera that allows them to see heat signatures live on the remote that controls the device.

Howland (OH) Firefighters Equipped with New Safety and Rescue Tool

The Howland Fire Department is one of the first in the area to receive the latest technology when it comes to thermal imaging cameras - and it's built right into their masks. "This is going to make our job so much easier when it comes to a fire," Lt. James Williamson said.

Thermal imaging cameras have come a long way. Over 20 years ago, they were heavy and cost over $25,000. Newer ones average about $2,100.

Thanks to $133,000 from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant, the department was able to buy six cameras and some other equipment, such as new airpacks.

Trucksville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company (PA) Receives $5,000 Grant

The Trucksville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company will purchase an all-terrain vehicle with a $5,000 Community Connector grant received Tuesday, Feb. 21. "We are looking to purchase a two-seater Polaris," said Maureen Oremus, a Trucksville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company firefighter.

Oremus said the all-terrain vehicle would enable the fire and rescue company to respond quicker to emergency situations in areas such as Frances Slocum State Park, the Back Mountain Trail as well as along the pipeline route or in the wooded areas of the Back Mountain.

PennEast Pipeline member companies issued two $5,000 grants on Tuesday, one to the Trucksville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company and another to the Commission on Economic Opportunity in Wilkes-Barre.

WFC News

WDFW plans controlled burns on wildlife areas in eastern Washington

Richland firefighters fundraise for cancer cure

Oregon Police and Fire Departments Purchase New Drone

Howland (OH) Firefighters Equipped with New Safety and Rescue Tool

Trucksville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company (PA) Receives $5,000 Grant

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