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The city council unanimously voted Tuesday in favor of Donald Hughes becoming chief.

Wichita Falls Fire Department confirmed that Assistant Fire Chief Donald Hughes will be stepping in as new interim chief on April 6.

The Independence Fire Department announced Saturday the death of a fire equipment operator in an off-duty accident.

Fox21Online July 3, 2021 DULUTH, Minn.– With those high temperatures coming Sunday Duluth firefighters are giving some reminders to those trying to stay cool. The DFD says to stay hydrated and cut back on alcoholic and caffeinated drinks while outside. If you have neighbors who may not have access to air conditioning, make sure to check on them and don’t leave kids or pets in hot vehicles. While hoping people have fun, crews say prolonged exposure to heat can quickly put a damper on any sum...

Friday: Extreme heat The goal is to raise awareness about extreme weather events and help Twin Ports residents put together emergency preparedness plans. “Weve seen the floods, weve seen the wind storms, weve already had hail and lightening already this season,” Thole said. “It’s very important in any event of severe weather that families have an idea of what they are going to do.” Thole said that forming an emergency preparedness plan includes talking with loved ones about where you...