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Silberberg's article is a well written piece meant to get people to their feet. To educate them that cuts to public safety can effect anyone and everyone. That public safety cuts are not the answer and that cuts MUST be made elsewhere! Mahnoney's article is meant to get firefighters to stand up. To educate the poorer communities that public safety cuts show that their governement does not care about them if they are willing to cut their services.

I got to meet with several companies both during FDIC and since. Several of which I hope to be doing product reviews for very soon! If you are looking for having a product review for your product, check out more information here. I spoke with Major Mack of The Bowring today on the phone. They are sending me their product to review shortly. There's was one of the busier boothes at FDIC. I think the product looks like a potential tool that years from now will be a staple in "What's in Your Pockets" discussions!

On March 28, 2011 the Lafayette County Fire Department responded to a working structure fire. The video shows moderate smoke conditions present in a small residential structure. An interior attack was initiated and the fire was under control quickly. Firefighters had a difficult time checking for extension in the attic due to plywood ceilings and no attic access. Positive pressure ventilation was used during the fire attack to aid the firefighters in extinguishing the fire.

Which is better? That all depends on what you are looking for. The mainstream fire service media will probably be more verified, but that comes at a cost of being hours later than the blogs. The blogs typically have the stories from multiple angles. Another huge aspect of blogging is that their aren't any borders. The mainstream fire news media will likely post a majority on the U.S., whereas bloggers might post a story from wherever as long as they feel their is a need to tell the story.

The constant evolution of fire service information lies right before your eyes.

My time at FDIC was a blast. We managed to pack the week full of friends, fun, and work (Firefighter Netcast). The people I have met through this blog, twitter, facebook, etc. will stay with me for a long time. Our occasional chance to meet is always fun!

Chief Reason Art disects LODD’s in the States here Backstep Firefighter Blog discusses the Shot heard around the Firehouse The Happy Medic wrote a book (ok just a long post) titled “EMS Fail or Client Fail” – worth the read ...

I got my Firegeezer mug a while back. I actually bought two and gave one to a friend. I have never gotten around to taking a photo until now. This is part of my messy desk. Yeah, I operate on ...

In a world where firefighters are scrutinized more and more each day, some make it easy for reporters to make a story. Gone are the days of firefighters being the “Good” guys just by namesake alone. Sure we can hope ...

Firegeezer recently posted a question for everyone to help out answer about the safety of Fire Poles. I am not trying to steal this thunder, so please visit the post to see the exact question and offer an answer if ...