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fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago

Canyon fire more than 60% contained as firefighters make 'good progress'

The Canyon fire in Ventura County was 62% contained as of Sunday morning, with firefighters making good progress extinguishing the blaze, according to fire authorities.
Los Angeles
fromAustin Monitor
7 months ago

To slash costs, Austin will decide whether to cut firefighter staffing below national standards - Austin Monitor

"So they're calling people back, which doesn't give time for people to actually rest and actually recharge their battery."
Austin
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fromGothamist
10 months ago

Fatal Port Newark ship fire caused by improper vehicle use and training gaps, feds find

A deadly cargo ship fire at Port Newark was caused by a modified Jeep and safety failures, leading to firefighters' deaths.
NYC parents
fromHigh Country News
10 months ago

Nearly all federal workers who investigate firefighter deaths fired - High Country News

Federal health workers responsible for firefighter death investigations faced mass layoffs under Trump administration policies.
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fromTruthout
10 months ago

Trump Slashed Team That Investigates Line-of-Duty Fire Deaths

Administration cuts threaten firefighter safety investigations, risking lives during suppression efforts.
NIOSH layoffs disrupt critical programs meant to prevent firefighter fatalities.
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