Tag: u_s_fire_administration
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Volunteer Firefighter Joe Flake Dies After Medical Emergency at Oklahoma Grass Fire
Volunteer Firefighter Joe Flake, 65, of the Wellston Fire Department in Oklahoma, died Sept. 7, 2026, after suffering a medical emergency while ventilating a structure during a grass fire.
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USFA Announces 2026 Summit on Fire Prevention and Control
The U.S. Fire Administration will host its 2026 Summit on Fire Prevention and Control on September 15. The event will convene leaders and personnel to discuss future trends, training, health, safety, and technological advancements in America's fire and emergency services.
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Two Oklahoma Volunteer Firefighters Killed in Tanker Truck Crash While Responding to Fire
Two volunteer firefighters from Goldsby, Oklahoma, lost their lives when their 3,000-gallon water tanker crashed while responding to a structure fire. The accident is part of the eight firefighter fatalities reported by the U.S. Fire Administration in 2026.
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National Fire Academy Reopens with Immediate Openings for May 2026 Classes
The National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Maryland, has officially reopened and is urgently seeking applicants for several upcoming training courses. Prospective students must submit their applications by May 13 for classes beginning the week of May 24.
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