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Illinois Company Defends Use of Foam with PFAS to Fight Chemical Plant Fire
The foam was used “in the early stages of firefighting efforts for a limited time given the heightened risk of letting the fire burn and spread," Lubrizol said in a statement.
Foam Containing ‘Forever Chemicals’ Used on Illinois Chemical Plant Fire
The private contractor sprayed the foam for about three hours Tuesday at the Chemtool Inc. factory near Rockton, despite concerns raised by government regulators.
Training for Using the Clean Cab
"These are the engines we've got so we need to do our best with them."
The National Firefighter Registry
The National Firefighter Registry program is excited to share this video with background information.
Ohio Bill Limits Firefighters’ Use of Foam with ‘Forever Chemicals’
Ohio bill waits on floor vote to require fire departments to find an alternative to foam containing PFAS.
Grant Helps Florida Fire Departments Fight Cancer
Fire departments can use the funds to purchase any equipment or cleaning supplies necessary to help reduce firefighters' exposure to cancer-causing agents.
North Carolina Firefighters See Progress on PTSD and Safety Bills
Dozens of uniformed firefighters spent Wednesday at the North Carolina General Assembly lobbying for bills to help them and other first responders.
Fire Smoke: The Hidden Dangers
June 4: Discussion includes the hidden dangers, overcoming complacency, smoke toxicity, air management, atmospheric monitoring, personal protective equipment care and maintenance, firefighter washing down and decon, and emerging options for improving health and training and policies.
Firefighter Deaths Cause Mass Cancer Screening in Syracuse Fire Department
Retired firefighter helps organize cancer screenings for Syracuse firefighters.
Improving Safety with Fire Data
Gardner and Black team up to focus on data-driven software that allows fire departments to better understand community risk reduction, public safety, and cancer prevention.
