As wildfires increase in frequency and intensity, fire fighters are utilizing all available technology to combat these dangerous infernos and keep their crews safe.
Drones: How New Technology is Helping Fire Fighters
Topics: Safety, technology, drones, Fire, First Responder, response
National Preparedness Month: Start Your Emergency Planning Today
September is National Preparedness Month, and with it comes the reminder to plan ahead for the chance of hazards and disasters in our everyday lives. Although these occurrences are unlikely for many of us, it is important to prepare for emergencies that can affect our families, homes, and communities.
Topics: Safety, Emergency Care, EMS, Fire, First Responder, preparedness, response
Putting Google Glass to Work for Public Safety Professionals
A North Carolina fire fighter has developed an app for Google Glass that he hopes will enable first responders to save time during an emergency. As a "Google Explorer," Patrick Jackson is a member of Google's Glass Explorer Program, which allows him to test the wearable technology before it goes to market. Right now, his app is geared towards assisting fire fighters in the field by displaying important information hands-free at the fire fighter's command. Relevant and timely information may include: dispatch data, location of emergency, nearest fire hydrants, etc.
Topics: google, Public Safety, Safety, technology, EMS, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Fire, First Responder, response
Topics: Respond, Safety, Bill Kimball, CPR & AED, ECSI, First Responder, response
Public Safety Educator on Sandy Hook Elementary School Tragedy
Topics: Safety, Bill Kimball, CPR & AED, EMS, Fire, First Responder, Paramedic, response, Sandy Hook