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Posted: Feb 15, 2017

Surveillance video captures fire starting in Spokane building

Surveillance video captures the moment a fire began in the Symons Building in downtown Spokane on January 28, 2016. According to officials, the first sign there was a problem can be seen from the small flicker from a light fixture. Hot material dripped from the fixture to the floor level. This led to plastic material igniting and moving into the adjacent wood wall.
- PUB DATE: 2/15/2017 10:36:51 AM - SOURCE: KREM-TV CBS 2
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Posted: Feb 15, 2017

Richland firefighters rescue juvenile pinned under SUV

A 7-year-old boy was dragged under the family SUV after he tried to stop if from sliding down a driveway in Richland Wednesday. The silver Dodge Journey was warming up at a home in the 1000 block of Allenwhite Drive and as the temperatures changed, the SUV began to slide, said Capt. Mike Cobb, of the Richland police.
- PUB DATE: 2/15/2017 10:35:32 AM - SOURCE: Mid-Columbia Tri-City Herald
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Posted: Feb 15, 2017

Scott Safety Launches EPIC 3 RDI Voice Amp that works with Motorola APX™ Field Radios

Scott Safety Launches EPIC 3 RDI Voice Amp

Scott Safety announced the release of the EPIC 3 Radio Direct Interface (RDI) voice amplifier, the latest addition to the EPIC 3 communications platform. The RDI delivers clear voice communications in loud environments while providing a cost-effective option by working with existing compatible Motorola field radios, as well as Scott SCBA/PPE. Utilizing Bluetooth communications, the RDI offers easy set up and operation with field radios and remote speaker microphones.

 “Clear communications are critical to fireground safety and effective operations,” said Scott Garmon, communications product line manager for Scott Safety. “The EPIC 3 RDI voice amplifier provides seamless, intuitive operation with compatible Motorola APX radios and XE RSMs to deliver clear and reliable SCBA and fireground radio communications.”

The EPIC 3 RDI voice amplifier simplifies system integration and operation. When operating the RDI voice amplifier with Scott Safety SCBA equipment, a firefighter can communicate directly through the APX radio via the XE RSM push-to-talk (PTT) interface, providing a significant improvement to in-mask voice communication clarity. Simplified Bluetooth operation ensures fast and easy transitioning between tactical SCBA/radio and non-tactical radio communication modes while eliminating face piece wire entanglement hazards.

Rugged and high-heat rated construction ensures years of reliable operation. The EPIC 3 RDI voice amplifier is NFPA 1981 approved (2002/2007/2013 editions)  and is compatible with Scott Safety Air-Pak SCBA, PAPR, and APR products. Operational support for additional compatible Bluetooth enabled tactical field radios will be announced at future dates.

By operating with compatible Bluetooth enabled field radios, remote speaker microphones, and Scott SCBA and personal protection equipment, the EPIC 3 RDI voice amplifier provides new and existing customers with the safety and operational benefits of enhanced voice communications while extending the value of their technology investment.

To learn more about the EPIC 3 RDI voice amplifier, please contact your local Scott sales representative.

www.scottsafety.com

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Franklin Park (IL) Plans on New Fire Truck
Franklin Park (IL) Plans on New Fire Truck
Posted: Feb 15, 2017

Franklin Park (IL) Plans on New Fire Truck

Franklin Park officials are considering the purchase of a new fire truck for the village fire department's fleet. During a presentation to the village board in October, Fire Chief William Brehm said the village's current reserve fire engine had undergone at least $170,000 in repairs over the last 10 years.
Franklin Park Fire Chief William Brehm has reportedly requested that village to invest in a new quint-style truck from Emergency One Inc., which would consolidate the functions of two older trucks in the village.

During his presentation last year, Brehm said the quint truck would be able to carry more tools, such as special foam to put out vehicle fires and ground ladders, in addition to its 100-foot aerial ladder with a built-in hose and 500-gallon water tank with a 1,500-gallon-per-minute pump.
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Bakersfield (CA) Fire Truck Gets into Accident with Car
Bakersfield (CA) Fire Truck Gets into Accident with Car
Posted: Feb 15, 2017

Bakersfield (CA) Fire Truck Gets into Accident with Car

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - A Bakersfield Fire truck got into a fender-bender with a car on the Calloway Bridge over the Westside Parkway Tuesday just after 8 a.m. The truck from Station 15 on Buena Vista Road was reportedly on its way to a call when a white four-door sedan clipped the front of the truck just past the on ramp to the eastbound parkway.
No one was hurt when a Bakersfield (CA) fire apparatus got into a motor vehicle accident with a car Tuesday.

Fire officials said this is an example of giving emergency vehicles plenty of room and limiting distractions while behind the wheel, according to the local ABC affiliate.
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