Plus-size fire evacuees struggled to find new clothes. This Burbank boutique lent a hand
Olivia Pyle, owner of Qurves Boutique in Burbank, is providing free plus-size clothing to evacuees of the L.A. County fires: ...
Push to ban PFAS in firefighting gear gains momentum in Oregon legislature
Lawmakers will convene for a work session Tuesday afternoon to discuss a resolution addressing the presence of cancer-causing chemicals in firefighting gear.
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Portland man found not criminally responsible for 2023 death of Granny’s Burritos founder
A judge determined Jonathan Alas, 29, was suffering from psychotic symptoms that impaired his sense of reality when he killed ...
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As Firehouse Sees It: Restoring Faith and Trust Within Departments
Peter Matthews is convinced that lack of trust in department leadership can be mitigated when faith is put into internal processes rather than posting to social media. Trust is the foundation of ...
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Oregon firefighters return home, share experiences battling California wildfires
including Gresham Fire Department, Port of Portland Fire Department and Portland Fire & Rescue. According to firefighter Christine Pezzulo with PF&R, it was all about adequate preparation before ...
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St. John’s Regional Fire Department announces transition to PFAS-free bunker gear
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department has announced the transition to PFAS-free bunker gear for all its active firefighters. Bunker gear traditionally contained PFAS as the chemicals are known for ...
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As Portland transitions away from PFAS-laden firefighting foam at the Jetport, lawmakers intend to make state follow
A Brunswick legislator is pushing for that to happen. The Portland Fire Department is in the midst of removing firefighting foam laden with forever chemicals from fire trucks stationed at the Portland ...
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Portland Fire Department: Two people hospitalized after 4-vehicle crash on Route 66
The crash involved a box truck and three cars Friday, the Portland Fire Department said in a news release posted to Facebook. Several firefighters responded to the crash, though officials said no ...
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Couple Charged with Impersonating Firefighters Near Palisades Fire
A husband and wife who allegedly tried to access the Pacific Palisades fire zone while wearing firefighting gear and driving a fire truck are due back in court next month to face misdemeanor charges ...
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How Southern California firefighters are preparing for more dangerous Santa Ana winds
Fire agencies from Los Angeles to the Inland Empire say they won’t be waiting for emergencies to develop. Staff are prepared, gear and equipment ... Angeles County Fire Department and mutual ...
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Man And Woman In Fake Fire Truck Allegedly Tried To Enter LA Fire Evacuation Zone
A fire engine and firefighter gear allegedly found in the possession of a man and woman attempting to enter the Palisades fire evacuation zone, via the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The ...
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Big Rapids approves skate park rules, fire department gear purchase
BIG RAPIDS — Here are the topics discussed at the Big Rapids city commission’s regular meeting, held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21. The board approved the rules for the Skate Park when it opens. City ...