In 2015, Senator Richard Blumenthal called on the Department of Justice to look into how insurance companies steer policyholders toward certain body shops. According to a CNN report, these body shops often install used or aftermarket parts instead of higher-quality original equipment manufacturer (O
Continue ReadingOf interest … Illinois’ oldest volunteer fire department
Excerpts from kmov.com: The tale starts in 1736 when Benjamin Franklin established the Union Fire Company. Fast forward to 1871, a similar-sounding Union Fire Company emerged in Centreville, Illinois, boasting 32 members. However, things get a bit murky here, as there was another town located just
Continue ReadingIn the wake of a devastating fire in Houston, Texas, the tragic loss of four brave firefighters has left the city reeling. This incident has shaken not only the Houston Fire Department but also the entire community, as these heroes gave their lives in an effort to protect others. According to ABC N
Continue ReadingYesterday, Tim Olk was present as the Beach Park Fire Protection District (FPD) coordinated the transfer of a trauma patient to the Flight For Life crew at the Waukegan Airport. It was an intense yet well-executed operation, showcasing the teamwork between ground and air emergency services. Iâ€
Continue ReadingSure! Here's a rewritten and expanded version of your text: --- Recently, Smithsonian.com shared an interactive historical map of Chicago, offering a fascinating glimpse into the city before the Great Chicago Fire. This map, which can be explored using a virtual spyglass, originates from the renow
Continue ReadingYesterday, Tim Olk was present as the Beach Park Fire Protection District (FPD) handed off a trauma patient to the Flight For Life crew at the Waukegan Airport. The situation seemed tense but well-coordinated, as emergency responders worked efficiently under pressure. Attached are several photos ca
Continue ReadingAs I sit here reflecting on the devastating events of yesterday in Houston, my heart is heavy with sorrow. A massive fire erupted at the Southwest Inn motel, a tragic incident that has left four brave Houston firefighters dead and several others injured. This is truly one of the darkest days in the
Continue ReadingFrom Smithsonian.com, there's an intriguing interactive historical map of Chicago before the Great Chicago Fire. This fascinating map, visible through a virtual spyglass, originates from the renowned David Rumsey Map Collection. David Rumsey, a distinguished map expert who began collecting maps in t
Continue ReadingOf interest … Illinois’ oldest volunteer fire department
Recently, I stumbled upon an interesting story on kmov.com that takes us back to the roots of firefighting in Illinois. It all started in 1736 when Benjamin Franklin established the Union Fire Company. Fast forward to 1871, another Union Fire Company was set up in Centreville, Illinois, boasting 32
Continue ReadingFrom the PHFD (Prospect Heights Fire Department) team stationed on the fourth floor, here’s what happened during the structure fire in Wheeling: The firefighters truly outdid themselves. To access the fire unit, the lead-out crew from the standpipe had to use all three 75-foot sections of 2-
Continue Reading**From the Prospect Heights Fire District:** *Immediate Release* January 26, 2022 PROSPECT HEIGHTS — On Wednesday evening, January 26, at approximately 7:48 p.m., the Prospect Heights Fire Protection District received a call about a fire at a residence located at 108 Patricia Street i
Continue ReadingFrom the PHFD BC on duty on the fourth floor: The teams performed exceptionally well during the structure fire in Wheeling. The firefighters utilized the full length of all three 75-foot sections of 2-inch hose from the standpipe to reach the fire unit. For reference, both Wheeling and Prospect Hei
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