In Quincy, fire officials say new gear is not free of harmful chemics. Worcester says it uses a brand that's different that the one used by Quincy. Diane Cotter, wo helped raise awareness of the issue ...
PFAS is a threat to firefighters’ health. Forever Analytical has launched a new screening program for firefighters, gear + textile manufacturers to detect PFAS. It’s no longer business as usual for ...
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 ...
PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” are known to cause cancer. Commonly used in certain fields, workers like firefighters are now much more aware of the risks of putting on their protective gear or using ...
The city of Little Rock is now joining several other cities in suing multiple manufacturers of firefighting gear. It came as ...
(The Center Square) – Illinois firefighters will soon be wearing protective gear free of PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” under a new state law supporters say will save lives but that also raises ...
KALAMAZOO, MI — Funding for new fire gear in the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety will reduce firefighters’ risk of cancer. The city received $500,000 for a second set of fire turnout gear on ...