The fire service may not be the same that it was during the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. But challenges persist. Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal Amanda Swenson examines firefighting: then and now.
More than 14 million, or 1 in 4, adults ages 65 and older in the U.S. reported falling each year. In 2018, 227,000 older Minnesotans reported falling and two years later the number rose to 253,000. Deputy State Fire Marshal Doug Johnson takes a look at some of the ways we can prevent falls as we age.
Minnesotans who reside in assisted living facilities can be at risk for fire hazards. That's why the our Healthcare Inspection Team diligently works to protect them. Deputy State Fire Marshal and Healthcare Inspector Kimberly Swenson explains the process.
Minnesotans are firing up their furnaces, digging out alternative heating sources, thinking ahead to the upcoming holiday cooking season and preparing for Halloween. Public information officer Amber Schindeldecker explains why these are prime opportunities for the fire service to communicate and connect with our communities.
Training is a core component to being successful in the fire service. Review this article for the latest on training opportunities.
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