Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A nondestructive test with a small polypropylene wipe can help firefighters identify chemicals linked to cancer ...

As state fire officials claim the cancer epidemic is growing in their field, many are pointing to their very own gear as one of the gravest dangers they face every day.

FALL RIVER — After six years, Jason Burns feels he’s earned a quick breather. Then it’s back to the job of trying to save lives. The Fall River firefighter has a longstanding side job as an activist, ...

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Every time he rushed out on a fire call, East Providence Lt. Thomas Votta knew he put himself at risk for cancer. There are potential carcinogens in the smoke billowing ...

Photo at top courtesy of Indianapolis (IN) Fire Department PIO. Fire safety advocate Diane Cotter is on a mission. Ever since her husband, Lieutenant Paul Cotter, of the Worcester (MA) Fire Department ...

Firefighters face not only the direct danger of battling flames, but also a hidden threat from the very gear designed to protect them. "Firefighting gear has got forever chemicals in it that are ...

The Quincy City Council is considering a $2.6 million bond to buy new protective gear for 280 firefighters. Current firefighter gear has tested positive for potentially dangerous chemicals, including ...

Leadington aldermen OK fire gear upgrades, forfeit damaged police SUV, address storm cleanup, test fundraising idea and note ...