Moving Past “The Thumb Rule” in HazMat Size-Up and Initial Actions
The definition of what qualifies as a hazardous materials (HazMat) incident has changed dramatically in recent years—and so has the approach to handling it.
The definition of what qualifies as a hazardous materials (HazMat) incident has changed dramatically in recent years—and so has the approach to handling it.
Greetings fellow Firefighters hope everyone is healthy and doing well in your family and your communities.
Happy New Year. I hope the Christmas holidays were good to you and you were able to enjoy family and share some time together.
Happy New Year to everyone.
It’s a new year. What did you learn in 2025?
Norfolk Fire and Rescue C-Shift spent time out at Skyview Lake on Dec. 16 doing annual ice rescue training. Crews trained on rescuing victims and self-rescue techniques.
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