Yesterday's Baltimore firefighter fatalities are the most that we have seen since 2016. We all must do our part to be fire-smart and to reduce risks so our first responders go home safely each night. ow.ly/MShO50HCZhO #BalitmoreFire
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- It’s #FirePreventionWeek! Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out! Create a home escape plan today! ow.ly/pZ3z30fr5sN
- HAPPY BIRTHDAY! NFPA's beloved mascot @Sparky_Fire_Dog turns 67 today! Help me wish him a happy birthday by retweeting this post. ow.ly/9OBO30iTR6s #SparkyFireDogBday
- In December 1999, a fire in an abandoned warehouse in Worcester, Massachusetts, killed six firefighters and sent a shock wave through the country's fire service. Twenty years later, the reverberations are still being felt. bit.ly/2WN7BoQ
- As fire service acknowledges the toll cancer is taking, Boston emerges as a leader trying to better protect its FFs ow.ly/lbVm30cKAOi
00:00 - Take a look at this graphic to see why NFPA urges people not to use consumer fireworks and to leave it to the professionals. Fireworks are responsible for thousands of fires and injuries each year. ow.ly/hUWC30kGRh5
- An average of 158,400 home fire structure fires per year are started by cooking. Learn valuable information about cooking and fire safety this #firepreventionweek by visiting fpw.org.
- It's #FirePreventionWeek! "Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety." When an alarm makes noises – a beeping sound or a chirping sound – make sure you know what to do. bit.ly/3FaT3or
00:00 - We will #NeverForget all of those affected by the attacks of Sept 11, 2001, including the fallen firefighters, emergency & rescue personnel.
- 19yrs ago today, almost 3,000 people lost their lives in the terrorist attacks that changed America forever. We stop today to remember them, their loved ones, & remind ourselves why it’s important to continue to work towards making America safer. #alwaysremember #neverforget #911
- Today is #NationalFirstRespondersDay, where we recognize the brave men and women who jump into action when disaster strikes. Thank you to the firefighters, police, paramedics and emergency technicians who have answered the call to serve.
- Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Corey Comperatore, former chief and dedicated member of Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Company. Sending our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
- 11 best practices for preventing firefighter cancer outlined in new report put out by #VCOS and @NVFC ow.ly/3pWn30luAOT
- Today, we honor the bravery of those who gave everything on September 11. To the firefighters and heroes who stood tall in the face of unimaginable adversity - your courage continues to inspires us all. #neverforget #patriotday
