The FDIC was held in two separate locations: the Indianapolis Convention Center and the Lucas Oil Stadium, just across the street. Most of the major fire apparatus manufacturers had booths or displays in the stadium, including well-known names like Pierce, EONE, Rosenbauer, KME, Sutphen, Ferrara, Se

Did you know that Australia is actually gaining trees at a rate of 8 per year? Trees are amazing, but there are times when you might need to use a log splitter to clear some wood. But how do log splitters work, and what's the best way to use them safely? As with any tool, safety should always be

Did you know that Australia is gaining trees at a rate of 8 per year? Trees are amazing, but there are times when you may need to use a log splitter to get some wood out of the way. But how do log splitters work, and what's the best way to use them? As with anything of this nature, you should pri

The FDIC (Fire Department Instructors Conference) was held in two separate locations: the Indianapolis Convention Center and the Lucas Oil Stadium, located just across the street. Most of the major fire apparatus manufacturers had a presence at the stadium, including well-known brands like Pierce, E

Several new patches have been added to the website or updated to their latest versions, enhancing the accuracy and visual representation of the departments involved. In MABAS Division 24, two new patches have been introduced—Lansing and Lynwood. These additions reflect the growing involvemen

The crash site on Camp McDonald Road at Maple where three teenagers lost their lives this morning. The first tree hit is visible behind the unmarked police car. Larry Shapiro photo At just after 3 a.m. this morning, the Prospect Heights Fire and Police Departments were called to a serious traffic a

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This message comes from Asher Heimermann: Naval Air Station Glenview was an active U.S. Naval Air Station from 1923 until its closure in 1995. Located in Illinois, it played a significant role in military aviation and training over the decades. The base was known for its historical significance an

Here are some powerful photos taken by Tim Olk capturing a recent fire in Germantown, WI. These images show the intensity of the situation and the efforts of the firefighters on the scene. Tim Olk photo Tim Olk photo Tim Olk photo Tim Olk photo Tim Olk photo Tim Olk photo Tim Olk photo These

This message comes from Asher Heimermann: Naval Air Station Glenview was an operational U.S. Naval Air Station from 1923 to 1995. Located in Illinois, it played a key role in training pilots and supporting naval aviation operations during both World War II and the Cold War era. Today, the site has

Photos from Tim Olk capturing a recent house fire in Germantown, WI. These powerful images show the intensity of the blaze and the heroic efforts of the firefighters on the scene. The first image features a dramatic view of the burning structure, highlighting the chaos and destruction caused by t

This message is from Danny Nelms: Contract has been signed with Pierce to build a replacement for the 2-7-9 mobile communication van. This new unit is expected to enhance the Chicago Fire Department's emergency response capabilities and provide advanced communication systems for first responders.