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Camden NJ Fire DepartmentCamden NJ Fire Department

Aging Fire Truck Doubled Firefighters’ Response Time to Fatal NJ Fire

Camden's fire department faces a crisis with aging equipment, leading to delayed responses in emergencies.
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PA Department Deploys Hovercraft in Water Rescue

A report of a potential rescue on French Creek highlighted the effectiveness of the Crawford County Scuba Team's hovercraft, which was deployed due to high water levels and fast currents.
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Bridgeport drone programBridgeport drone program

New Drone System Expected to Help CT Firefighters Improve Aerial Views

Bridgeport officials announced a new drone program to enhance police and fire operations, providing aerial views for emergencies.
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Apparatus Deliveries: December 2025

Featured in the December 2025 issue are a range of fire apparatus, including the Sutphen Fire Apparatus from the Pueblo (CO) Rural Fire Protection District.
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OH Chief Faces Discipline Over Fire Truck Crash That Took Out Two Vehicles and Killed Man

An investigation concluded a Columbus firefighter was responsible for a crash that killed a pickup driver, recommending changes in accident review and disciplinary processes within the fire department.
Engine 104 was blocking traffic on on US 59 North near exit 151 in north Houston for a motor vehicle accident when it was struck by an 18-wheelerEngine 104 was blocking traffic on on US 59 North near exit 151 in north Houston for a motor vehicle accident when it was struck by an 18-wheeler

Four Houston (TX) Firefighters Injured When Rig Struck by 18-Wheeler

Four Houston (TX) firefighters were injured when their fire apparatus was struck by a big rig early Sunday, according to reports.
Dennis Rubin, PJ Norwood, Scott Poulton, and Frank RicciDennis Rubin, PJ Norwood, Scott Poulton, and Frank Ricci

How Monopoly and Supply Chain Failures Threaten Fire Department Readiness

Dennis Rubin and Scott Poulton consider the critical fire apparatus supply chain issues plaguing America’s fire services.
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FL Man Charged With Stealing, Crashing Fire Truck

Tampa police charged Warren Scudder, 59, with stealing a fire engine and crashing into an SUV while under the influence of alcohol. He faces multiple charges and is held without bond.
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Apparatus Deliveries

The rigs in the September 2025 issue include this aerial ladder quint the St. Louis Fire Department received from SMEAL Fire LLC.
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