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Posted: Mar 13, 2017

Three Highland County (OH) Fire Departments Win MARCS Grants

Three Highland County fire departments were awarded state grants for MARCS radios and user fees, the State Fire Marshal's office announced last week.
The awards included:

• Highland County North Joint Fire District, $49,500.
• Lynchburg Area Joint Fire & Ambulance, $48,397.
• Southern Highland Joint Fire District, $48,902.
MARCS is a radio system that is used across the state by emergency personnel and will help improve communication efforts during emergencies, making communities safer, according to a press release. The awards were part of $3 million that were given out statewide to fire departments.

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Posted: Mar 13, 2017

Investigation Reveals Years of Complaints About Mold and Leaks in Seminole County (FL) Fire Station

9 Investigates uncovered years of complaints about leaks and mold that are making Seminole County firefighters stationed in Winter Springs feel sick. Investigative reporter Karla Ray got a look at recent upgrades meant to address the issues inside Station 24.
9 Investigates found the recent upgrades came after years of temporary fixes. Maintenance notes from summer 2012 describe “mold seeping through new paint” and emails about mold behind electrical covers. One email stated, “There is mold in the wall, and it is a health hazard for our personnel. This has to be addressed.”
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Posted: Mar 13, 2017

Elbeco Introduces Enhanced Design to Poly/Rayon Uniform

Elbeco  Dutymaxx

Elbeco Inc. announced an upcoming launch for the new Dutymaxx line, now featuring a bonus of enhancements designed with public safety professionals in mind. The newly enhanced DutyMaxx offers innovative uniform technology that complements the Poly/Rayon uniform. Increased design features include Elbeco’s signature triple- stitched crotch, covert flex waistband with an additional two-inch stretch, flex mesh underarm vents, and more! Wearers can expect superior strength and breathability.

New features and benefits include:

  • Flex underarm mesh vents that provide body heat ventilation and increased range of motion.
  • Covert flex waist band which that provides 2” additional stretch
  • Triple-stitched crotch to prevent blow out
  • Nano fluid repellency technology to keep wearer dry and comfortable
  • Double hook and eyes waistband closures
  • Men’s essential fit pattern
  • Chest pockets pockets with dual access utility compartments
  • Flex underarm mesh vents that provide body ventilation and increased range of motion.
  • Dual communication access openings in side seams to keep wires obscure
  • New tapered fit.

The enhanced DutyMaxx is scheduled to be on shelves in the Spring 2017. For more information, visit www.elbeco.com.

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Posted: Mar 13, 2017

At Fire Protection Association, Nonprofit Doesn't Mean Low Pay

Charity work pays well at the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association in Quincy. When James M. Shannon retired in 2014 as president and chief executive officer, he left with an eye-popping $4.1 million payout.
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Posted: Mar 13, 2017

Six Injured After Firetruck Is Involved in Crash on The Beltway in Maryland

Two crashes at the same location early Saturday on the inner loop of the Washington Beltway in Maryland - one involving a firetruck - left six people injured and shut down the highway for several hours, according to police and fire officials. None of the injuries was life threatening, the Prince George's County Fire Department said.
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