State fire code requires that unobstructed access to fire hydrants must be maintained at all times — with a space of 3 feet ...

I never thought about the close relationship between fire departments and water providers, but they really go hand-in-hand. Most of us take it for granted that when a fire starts burning, there ...

The MMP&W Volunteer Fire Company is claiming that the Mercersburg Water Authority has denied them access to hydrants under ...

When the fire company asked what they were supposed to do instead of using the hydrants, the chairman reportedly said they should “let the building burn” and that “it is only one building,” apparently ...

A recycling device that’s capable of simulating a free flowing fire hose — without wasting water — will be the main feature of a Riverside Fire Department drill next week attended by the mayor, fire ...

A Bronx driver is facing a $4,000 fine after parking in front of a fire hydrant during a deadly fire, delaying firefighters? response. The FDNY is cracking down on this dangerous violation after two ...

BEACON FALLS, Conn. — Emergency personnel are hopefully the only people on the roads during major winter storms, driving to medical calls, accidents and even fires. Every second matters when ...

Abstract: Ensuring fire safety is a critical aspect of maintaining a safe home environment. A reliable and efficient fire alarm system is essential for detecting and alerting occupants of a potential ...

FILE: The Covelo Fire Department in Covelo, Calif. on Friday, May 9, 2025. The volunteer fire department serves Covelo and Round Valley in unincorporated northeastern Mendocino County, Calif. (Jenn ...

Abstract: This paper shows system that uses the Internet of Things (IoT) to detect fire and motion detection system which is designed to work in real time and provide emergency alerts within the given ...