 | SDG&E to Pay the Lease of a Firefighting Helicopter for San Diego Fire-Rescue
10/16/2009 1:22:21 PM The San Diego Gas & Electric Company and its parent company, Sempra Energy, have agreed to pay the full cost of leasing and staffing a S64E Helitanker from its manufacturer Erickson Air-Crane for use by the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. Join FDNNTV.com's William Leatherman for a look at the S64E in action as the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department takes delivery of it for the 2009 Wildfire Season. |
 | Ray Chaney CAL FIRE Interview
10/15/2009 12:31:20 PM Battalian Chief Ray Chaney of CAL FIRE, Ramona Air Attack Base, has fought some of California's biggest fires from the air. With funding and budgeting for firefighting in question, he is constantly on the road to gain support for aerial firefighting. FDNNTV's Bill Lorin was able to sit down with Chief Chaney to talk about some of the challenges facing aerial firefighting. |
 | Keith Coffey Benefit Concert to Assist Paralyzed Firefighter With Medical Needs
10/14/2009 12:42:13 AM Keith Coffey has been a firefighter with the Rialto Fire Department for the past ten years, dedicating his life to helping others. A member of the Fire and Police Motor Cross Team, Keith was involved in a motorcycle accident during practice which left him paralyzed from the chest down. FDNNTV.com's Deanne Goodman brings you the story of a firefighter whose positive attitude in the face of adversity is inspirational for those around him. |
 | Fire Ground Technologies and the Petzl Exo Personal Safety System
10/13/2009 12:27:39 AM Fire Ground Technologies provides firefighters with training on personal safety and fire ground operations. FDNNTV.com’s Dave Kirwan brings you a look at their most popular course, which involves the use of the Petzl Exo Personal Safety System and Gemtor Harness, a firefighter bailout system used by all members of the FDNY. |
 | 9/11 Firehouse Foundation Concert
10/11/2009 6:04:35 PM The Firehouse Foundation is a charitable organization established by the Firehouse Brewing Company with a mission of raising funds for families of injured and fallen firefighters and underfunded fire departments in need of safety equipment. One annual fundraiser that the Mission Valley, California organization hosts is the 9/11 Firehouse Foundation Concert. |
 | LA County Firefighter Memorial at Hensley's Pub
10/9/2009 12:17:42 PM To pay tribute to fallen Los Angeles County Firefighters Arnie Quinones and Ted Hall and raise money for their families, the Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund of California held a special fundraiser at Hensley’s Pub in Carlsbad, California. |
 | California Fire Chiefs Association 2009 Conference
10/8/2009 11:04:33 AM The California Fire Chiefs Association recently held their annual conference in Riverside, California. The focus of the event was how to lead in difficult times, with the current economic climate at the forefront of attendees' minds. FDNNTV.com's Barbara Brooks brings you highlights from the convention, including speeches from Tom Harbour of the US Forest Service and Justin Dombrowski of FEMA. |
 | National Fire Prevention Week 2009
10/7/2009 8:33:35 AM National Fire Prevention Week runs from October 4 - 10th, and this year’s theme is “Stay Smart! Don’t Get Burned”. Join FDNNTV.com's Barbara Brooks for a look at the Orange County Fire Authority's Fire Prevention Week Open House. |
 | LA County Lifeguard Ford Escape Hybrid
10/6/2009 8:03:46 AM The Los Angeles County Lifeguards, a division of the Los Angeles County Fire Department, are currently using 45 brand new Ford Escape Hybrids for beach patrol and rescues. |
 | San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Mud Run Benefits Firefighter Charities
10/4/2009 10:07:01 AM Three thousand people attended the 2009 San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department Mud Run, an event which raises money for fire and police charities, including the Loma Linda University, Children’s Hospital and the Fire Fighters Quest for Burn Survivors. |
