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Giving Tuesday is #FireHeroTuesday

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#FireHeroTuesday

#GivingTuesday is an opportunity for people around the world to come together to thank, help, give, show kindness, and share what they have with those in need. Over the past ten years, this idea has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) will again mark #GivingTuesday as #FireHeroTuesday on November 29, 2022. On this global day of generosity, you can help to honor America’s fallen fire heroes, support their families and colleagues, and prevent preventable firefighter line-of-duty death and injury.

New Health & Safety at Wildland Fires Course Now Available on Fire Hero Learning Network

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Health & Safety at Wildland Fires Course

This timely new training discusses the unique characteristics of wildland fire responses, the known hazard categories and safety practices that mitigate these hazards, and how to practice effective risk management. As the demand for service and exposures increase, so do the health and safety hazards to all firefighters who operate in the wildland urban interface.

Inaja Fire: Cleveland National Forest

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Memorial Monday

Eleven crew members who were working to build a trail in the San Diego River Canyon in the Cleveland National Forest during the Inaja Fire died in a flashover on November 25, 1956.

NFFF IC-to-IC Discussion – Hartford Residential Fire (CT)

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Uniformed Peer Support Programs

This discussion features Deputy Fire Chief Jim McLoughlin (Retired), of the Hartford Fire Department (CT), who recalls a residential structure fire that resulted in the line-of-duty death of Firefighter Kevin L. Bell on October 7, 2014. He will share his experiences in dealing with the aftermath.
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NFFF IC-to-IC Discussion – Hanover County Vehicle Accident (VA)

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Uniformed Peer Support Programs

This discussion features Battalion Chief Lynwood Buchanan, of the Hanover County Fire and EMS Department (VA), who recalls a vehicle accident that resulted in the line-of-duty death of Lieutenant Bradford T. Clark on October 11, 2018. Also joining the discussion, is Brad’s father, retired Henrico County Battalion Chief Bob Clark, who shares both the family and fire service perspective.
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Chief Ron Siarnicki Named Fire Sprinkler Advocate of the Year

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Chief Ron Siarnicki Named Fire Sprinkler Advocate of the Year

AFSA’s Fire Sprinkler Advocate of the Year award honors individuals not directly involved in the fire sprinkler industry whose efforts have significantly advanced the fire protection industry and automatic fire sprinklers. Nominees are recommended by AFSA’s Legislative Committee and approved by the Board of Directors.