News
Click on the links below for the latest emergency responder safety news.
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FL Woman Held After Cops Fire Shots Into Her Car
A Clermont woman faces charges for her role in a July incident that led to an officer firing shots, one of which struck the woman.
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Legislation in Congress Would Protect and Train Highway Responders
Legislation introduced in Congress would provide training for roadway responders, study safety issues surronding highway incidents and track highway "struck bys"
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Vest Rule Modified in the 11th Hour - Victory for Common Sense
The Federal Highway Administration has modified the Vest Rule for firefighters just days before the new Federal Rule goes into effect on November 24, 2008. Modification reflects public comments by CVVFA Emergency Responder Safety Institute and many fire service groups
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Illinois DOT Stresses Prepare Now for Winter Driving
Illinois Department of Transportation Secretary Milton R. Sees, during a recent news conference, urged motorists to start preparing themselves and their vehicles for winter driving conditions.
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Traffic Safety on Emergency Scenes Part 1
There is much talk these days regarding safety for firefighters, police, EMS, towing/ recovery operators and other professionals whose “office” frequently takes them within inches of moving traffic.
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Motorists Urged to be Ready for Winter Driving
Motorists are urged to begin preparing themselves and their vehicles for winter driving.
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Action on MA 'Move-Over' Law Continues
Watertown delegation helps override two Patrick vetoes (Beacon Hill Roll Call)The House approved a bill requiring drivers to reduce their speed to a minimum of 25 miles below the posted speed limit when they spot an emergency vehicle flashing its lights on the side of a highway.
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Move Over Law, Wreckers: Safety Measure Needed in Texas
The recent death of a beloved friend has three Conroe wrecker drivers carefully looking before crossing the street and working to give tow trucks the same “move-over” status as emergency vehicles on state roads.
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Florida Officer, Hit by Pick-up, Hopes to Make Roads Safer
Officer James Perrine is recovering from serious injuries after he was hit along I-75 while helping a stranded motorist on his way home from work.
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Air, Land and Speed This Weekend in Virginia
This Saturday and Sunday, Operation Air, Land, and Speed returns to Interstate 95 and Interstate 81 where drivers will notice an increased presence of Virginia State Police troopers.