The fire service is shifting toward data-driven decision-making in apparatus specification, moving away from tradition and emotion to ensure informed choices for critical investments like ladder trucks.

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U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto introduced the Safer Roads for Those Who Serve Act to enhance protections for roadside workers and first responders, requiring states to improve data collection on injuries and fatalities.

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San Bernardino County (CA) Fire showcased a sound wave-based fire suppression system, highlighting its potential to enhance fire protection and reduce damage in wildfire-prone areas and homes.

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Mt. Morris Township Station 2 Fire Chief Elmer Wilson is recovering from serious injuries sustained in a crash while en route to training.

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The Greenleaf (WI) Volunteer Fire Department plans to reconstruct and expand its fire station to meet modern operational needs, enhance safety, and comply with current codes, with completion expected in late 2026.

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