Carmel Fire Department is testing augmented reality helmets for use in smoke-filled environments, part of a pilot program involving 10 departments nationwide.

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The Margaret Fire Department has only one operational apparatus due to political dysfunction in the city council, according to the fire chief.

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Occum Volunteer Fire Chief Scott Eggert says a technical problem delayed his department's response to a fatal accident.

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The Port Authority will install transponders in ground vehicles at its airports following a fatal crash linked to their absence at LaGuardia.

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Generac is recalling over 150,000 portable generators due to fuel leak risks that pose fire hazards.

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