Infinity Beatty-Metcalfe's graduation from Hennepin Healthcare's paramedic trainee program on Friday may have been destiny, but it was a delayed one for the 31-year-old. She pushed herself after growing up in foster care to become an emergency medical technician (EMT) at 19. But Beatty-Metcalfe burned out from the intensity and frequency of ambulance runs in St.
- PUB DATE: 7/22/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Star Tribune - Metered Site

One of NBC's most popular shows is Chicago Fire, which follows the firefighters, paramedics, and rescue squad in Firehouse 51 as they respond to emergencies and work through struggles in their personal lives. Firefighter shows have captivated audiences for years with their dramatic, high-stakes, and captivating storylines.
- PUB DATE: 7/22/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: CBR

Another round of updates has emerged regarding the Pioneer Fire. On June 8, the Pioneer Fire got underway in the Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness Area, about 31 miles northwest of Chelan. The fire has since ballooned to 29,995 acres. The Pioneer Fire is believed to have been human-triggered, but details remain sketchy.
- PUB DATE: 7/22/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KPQ-AM 560 Wenatchee

Tacoma police arrested a woman Sunday who is believed to be involved in an arson over the weekend. Authorities arrested the 34-year-old woman when she was seen accessing a restricted area where a fire had been set the day before. The Tacoma Police Department and Pierce County Sheriff’s Department responded to take her into custody.
- PUB DATE: 7/22/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KING-TV NBC 5 Seattle

Benton County Fire District 1 responded to a manufactured home fire crews believe started from an electrical problem Sunday morning. In a Facebook post, BCFD 1 said five people in the house woke to the smell of smoke before their smoke alarm went off. When firefighters arrived, they found a small fire in a bedroom.
- PUB DATE: 7/21/2024 11:42:00 PM - SOURCE: NBC Right Now