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firefighter safety
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world11 days ago
Three firefighters die after deploying shelters in Colorado wildfire
Five firefighters were forced to use fire shelters during a fast-moving blaze last Saturday. Three died and two were hospitalized with injuries.
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Challenges in Protecting Manitoba Wildfire Crews from Smoke Exposure
Manitoba provides disposable N95 masks and training to firefighters facing heavy smoke from wildfires. Experts note that such measures filter particles but allow hazardous gases to pass through. Additional equipment like respirators presents practical obstacles during demanding o…