Do You Need Winter Tires?
Do You Really Need Winter Tires? Have you ever wondered what sets winter tires apart from regular tire
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What Is Scaffolding?
# What Is Scaffolding? Scaffolding is a temporary structure that is typically made from metal poles and wooden planks, providing support for construction workers, inspectors, cleaners, and others who need to work at height. *Note: This article focuses on scaffolding in the context of industrial w
Read Tutorial21st Annual Chicagoland Emergency Vehicle Show (more)
Sure! Here's the rewritten and expanded content: --- I just got an interesting message from Steve Redick. He sent over some great photos capturing moments from this year. I thought they were worth sharing! First up, check out this awesome shot of the Oswego Fire Department’s water tanker.
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Sure! Here's the rewritten content: --- Hey everyone, This message comes from Steve Redick, who recently shared some great photos capturing moments from this year. As always, his work highlights the beauty and dedication of firefighters across different regions. First up, we have an image of the
Read TutorialNew ambulance for Bensenville
Alright, here's my attempt at rewriting the content in a more conversational, handwritten-style format: --- Hey everyone, So, I recently came across these awesome pics of the brand-new medic unit that the Bensenville Fire District just got. Super stoked about this addition to their fleet! Here's
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Sure! Here's the rewritten content: --- I just got back from checking out the new medic unit that the Bensenville Fire District has added to their fleet. It's pretty impressive! The vehicle is a 2011 Ford F-450 4x4 with a Wheel Coach module attached, and it’s configured to run as either Med
Read TutorialWorking fire in Chicago, 6-28-14
On Saturday afternoon, just before 1 p.m., a compact yet intense thunderstorm rolled through the southern part of Chicago, dumping heavy rain on the area. As the storm moved across the city, a sudden gust of wind, lasting about half a minute, hit the Beverly neighborhood on the city's south side. Th
Read TutorialStill & Box Alarm fire in Chicago, 3-16-16
From CFD Media: As I’m sitting here watching the aftermath of the fire that broke out earlier today, my mind is still racing with the details that have been unfolding. It all started at Still and Box Alarm 3336 on Berteau Avenue, where a four-unit building was hit by flames, particularly aff
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From CFD Media: This just in from the scene of a significant fire that broke out earlier this evening at a four-unit building located on Berteau Avenue. The initial report indicates that the fire originated from the rear porches of the structure. Emergency services responded swiftly, with two victi
Read TutorialCFD overtime drives push for new exam
The Chicago Sun-Times recently published an article highlighting the rising overtime expenses within the Chicago Fire Department as a key motivator for scheduling a new recruitment exam in 2014. However, the approach being taken has sparked some controversy. In light of the soaring overtime costs i
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