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Vancouver celebrates arrival of PFAS-free turnout gear
A new era of fire fighter safety began in Vancouver, B.C. Wednesday when the first sets of turnout gear without carcinogenic PFAS chemicals arrived at a city firehall.
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IAFF announces webinars on future of protective gear
International Association of Fire Fighters members can participate in two upcoming webinars designed to address the risks and hazards associated with fire fighter protective gear.
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North Carolina fire fighters move to reduce PFAS exposure
A North Carolina local is working hard to reduce the frequency members are exposed to PFAS. New gear free of the carcinogen arrived Oct. 16.
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It’s the Great Pumpkin! Fire fighter grows the biggest one in Colorado
He’s a nine-year veteran fire fighter with a hobby that’s breaking Colorado state records. Brad Bledsoe has been growing pumpkins that weigh more than a ton.
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Crews with IAFF’s Disaster Relief team help save couple after car submerges
Crews with Broward County, FL Local 4321 help rescue a driver and his wife from a sinking car during their mission to assist fellow fire fighters.
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Kelly addresses delegates at Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters conference
For 30 years, the Southern Federation has been the driving force behind fire fighters securing collective bargaining rights in the South.
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New bargaining approach the focus of Southern Fed conference
For 30 years, the Southern Federation has been the driving force behind fire fighters securing collective bargaining rights in the South.
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Fire fighters participate in 2024 Pittsburgh UNcathlon
This is Pittsburgh, PA Local 1’s fourth year participating in the event benefitting Special Olympics Pennsylvania.
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Maine fire fighter and son win Pine State Classic strongman events
Bath Iron Works, ME Local 5257’s Andrew “Sully” Sullivan and his 7-year-old son, Mickey, bring home wins.
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“It was absolutely divine intervention.” IAFF affiliates support San Diego members injured in crash
Three members of San Diego, CA Local 145 were injured in a crash in East Texas while on their way to assist with hurricane relief efforts.
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