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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Daily Dispatch</title> <atom:link href="https://dailydispatch.com/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/</link> <description>Fire Service News</description> <lastBuildDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 16:56:05 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1</generator> <image> <url>https://dailydispatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/favicon.png</url> <title>Daily Dispatch</title> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height></image> <site xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">238420836</site> <item> <title>Two new fires, McConn Fire and Blacktail Fire, reported near Montana-Idaho state line</title> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/news/idaho/two-new-fires-mcconn-fire-and-blacktail-fire-reported-near-montana-idaho-state-line/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lori Warner]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:56:46 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Idaho Fire News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Montana Fire News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Idaho]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Montana]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://dailydispatch.com/?p=218103</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>PHOTOS: Salmon-Challis National Forest is responding to two fires located near the Montana-Idaho state line. </p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/idaho/two-new-fires-mcconn-fire-and-blacktail-fire-reported-near-montana-idaho-state-line/">Two new fires, McConn Fire and Blacktail Fire, reported near Montana-Idaho state line</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>PHOTOS: Salmon-Challis National Forest is responding to two fires located near the Montana-Idaho state line. The McConn Fire was burning 1/10 of an acre, 13 miles northwest of North Fork, in the 2012 Mustang Fire scar. The area is reported to have extreme snag hazards. A helicopter performed bucket drops on Wednesday. Firefighters were anticipated to respond after a cold front passed. The Blacktail Fire is burning five acres 18 miles north of Salmon in dead and down fir and grass. Six firefighters are on scene, and a Type 1 crew was expected to arrive on Wednesday. Another Type 1 crew was on order for the fire, which is burning at 8,500 feet in elevation. A helicopter performed bucket drops on Wednesday, and single engine air tankers were expected to arrive late Wednesday morning as well.</p> <p></p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">KECI-TV NBC 13 Missoula</h4> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button" href="https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/2-new-wildfires-reported-near-montana-idaho-state-line" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="background-color:#b33232">View Full Story</a></div></div><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/idaho/two-new-fires-mcconn-fire-and-blacktail-fire-reported-near-montana-idaho-state-line/">Two new fires, McConn Fire and Blacktail Fire, reported near Montana-Idaho state line</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">218103</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Natrona County Fire Prompts Rescue And Raises Safety Concerns</title> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/news/wyoming/natrona-county-fire-prompts-rescue-and-raises-safety-concerns/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[ddadmin]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:40:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Wyoming Fire News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Mountain Region]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wyoming]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://dailydispatch.com/?p=215974</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>On July 9, the Natrona County Fire Department was called to a house fire on northern Cole Creek Road. The call came in at 12:12 AM on Appian Way.</p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/wyoming/natrona-county-fire-prompts-rescue-and-raises-safety-concerns/">Natrona County Fire Prompts Rescue And Raises Safety Concerns</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On July 9, the Natrona County Fire Department was called to a house fire on northern Cole Creek Road. The call came in at 12:12 AM on Appian Way. On scene reporting parties state that their smoke detectors woke them up to find a mattress on fire in one of the bedrooms.</p> <p>Fire units from NCFD, Casper Fire-EMS, Evansville Fire-EMS, Mills Fire-EMS, Bar Nunn Fire Department with assistance from the Casper Public Safety Communications Center, Natrona County Sheriffs Office, Natrona County Emergency Management, Evansville Police Department, Banner Health – Wyoming Medical Center, Casper Metro Animal Service, and Rocky Mountain Power.</p> <p>Prior to fire units arrival, Natrona County Emergency Management personnel was in the area and immediately responded to the scene. Upon arrival, Emergency Management was notified of one person still inside the home and was able to rescue the victim, and render aid until EMS arrived.</p> <p>The victim was transported to Banner Health – Wyoming Medical Center for smoke inhalation treatment and observation. The victim is expected to make a full recovery. Upon fire crews arrival, units began to quickly attack the established room and contents fire that was transitioning into the attic.</p> <p>Arriving fire crews began to knock the fire down and began a water shuttle operation for water supply. Two individuals were home at the time of the fire, one was able to make it out with the other being rescued. One dog was also able to make it out. Unfortunately one other dog and one cat were found deceased inside, with one other cat still missing.</p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">KTWO-AM 1030 Casper</h4> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button" href="https://k2radio.com/casper-house-fire-cole-creek/" style="background-color:#b33232" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View Full Story</a></div></div><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/wyoming/natrona-county-fire-prompts-rescue-and-raises-safety-concerns/">Natrona County Fire Prompts Rescue And Raises Safety Concerns</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">215974</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Drone video shows fireworks that sparked fire in Cañon City</title> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/news/colorado/drone-video-shows-fireworks-that-sparked-fire-in-canon-city/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[ddadmin]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:34:18 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Colorado Fire News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Colorado]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Mountain Region]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://dailydispatch.com/?p=216818</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>VIDEO: New drone video from Cañon City shows firework embers landing on the ground during the July 4 display that was eventually cut short due to a resulting vegetation fire. </p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/colorado/drone-video-shows-fireworks-that-sparked-fire-in-canon-city/">Drone video shows fireworks that sparked fire in Cañon City</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>VIDEO: New drone video from Cañon City shows firework embers landing on the ground during the July 4 display that was eventually cut short due to a resulting vegetation fire. The Cañon City Area Fire Protection District responded to a fire on the west side of Skyline Drive resulting from the community fireworks display on Friday, July 4.</p> <p>The fireworks display, which is fired from Skyline Drive, was cut short around 9:40 p.m. due to multiple spot fires that had popped up on the west side of Skyline Drive. The fire grew to about five acres before crews managed to get it contained just before 7 a.m. on July 5.</p> <p>Following the incident, the Cañon City 4th of July Fireworks Committee released a statement reassuring the community that precautions were taken, including stationing extra firetrucks, water trucks, and first responders on-site.</p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">KXRM-TV FOX 21 Colorado Springs</h4> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button" href="https://www.fox21news.com/news/local/watch-drone-video-shows-fireworks-that-sparked-fire-in-canon-city/" style="background-color:#b33232" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View Full Story</a></div></div><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/colorado/drone-video-shows-fireworks-that-sparked-fire-in-canon-city/">Drone video shows fireworks that sparked fire in Cañon City</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">216818</post-id> </item> <item> <title>New fire chief announced in Blytheville</title> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/news/arkansas/new-fire-chief-announced-in-blytheville/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Eleanor Christopher]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Arkansas Fire News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Arkansas]]></category> <category><![CDATA[South Central Region]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://dailydispatch.com/?p=217153</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The Blytheville Fire Department announced the promotion of a new fire chief.</p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/arkansas/new-fire-chief-announced-in-blytheville/">New fire chief announced in Blytheville</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Blytheville Fire Department announced the promotion of a new fire chief on Wednesday evening. The department promoted Assistant Chief Daniel Holifield to the position on July 9. According to the announcement post, Holifield began his career with the department in 1999. He has served the city of Blytheville for nearly 26 years. “Throughout his career, he has worked his way up through every rank— from firefighter to driver, lieutenant, captain, fire marshal, assistant chief, and now fire chief,” the department said. “His dedication, leadership, and deep understanding of every aspect of the fire service have made him a respected and trusted figure within the department and the community. Chief Holifield’s passion for public safety, commitment to training, and focus on service excellence have helped shape the department’s future,” the department added.</p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">KAIT-TV ABC/NBC/CW+ 8 Jonesboro</h4> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button" href="https://www.kait8.com/2025/07/10/new-fire-chief-announced/" style="background-color:#b33232" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View Full Story</a></div></div> <p></p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/arkansas/new-fire-chief-announced-in-blytheville/">New fire chief announced in Blytheville</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">217153</post-id> </item> <item> <title>On Her Mind: Tulsa organization inspires young women to pursue career in firefighting</title> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/news/oklahoma/on-her-mind-tulsa-organization-inspires-young-women-to-pursue-career-in-firefighting/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Eleanor Christopher]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:25:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Oklahoma Fire News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Oklahoma]]></category> <category><![CDATA[South Central Region]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://dailydispatch.com/?p=215323</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>VIDEO: Two Tulsans are working to inspire confidence in others by helping women picture themselves in a career traditionally held by men.</p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/oklahoma/on-her-mind-tulsa-organization-inspires-young-women-to-pursue-career-in-firefighting/">On Her Mind: Tulsa organization inspires young women to pursue career in firefighting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>VIDEO: Two Tulsans are working to inspire confidence in others by helping women picture themselves in a career traditionally held by men. “They don’t know it’s a dream until the dream is put in front of them,” said Kendall Taylor, co-founder and CEO of Tulsa Metro Women on Fire. </p> <p>Kendall Taylor and Tulsa Metro Women on Fire are gearing up to host Camp Fierce, to give women 16-years-old and over a taste of firefighting. “To see strong females and to know oh muscles are okay, a man’s job is okay, I can do this,” said Taylor. Sarah Swayze is putting out fires for the Tahlequah Fire Department, recently leaving her career as a middle school teacher. “My grandfather was a firefighter for keys, he actually retired after 30 years, and even then I mean I thought it was cool, but it was never really presented to me as like hey this is an option, you can do this. I saw that in school too whenever I’m teaching and whenever I first started volunteering, my students were real interested and they were like ‘wait you’re a firefighter’. We still kind of pressure women to go toward like gender roles,” said Swayze. Three years ago, Angie Retzloff left her career as a CrossFit coach and massage therapist to become Tahlequah’s first full-time female firefighter. “The physical agility test that I had to do to get on was really what spurred me into it you know what, I want to try that,” said Retzloff.</p> <p>Tahlequah Fire Chief Casey Baker sees the benefits of adding women to his department and is excited to host Camp Fierce for a second year. “They did a live fire portion of it and they came out and said, they was seeing the look on their face when they was in seeing the fire really excited them,” said Chief Baker. Tulsa Metro Women on Fire says all of Tahlequah steps up with donations. “Gives us a chance to show off Tahlequah in our finest way as a community,” said Mayor Suzanne Myers. From the Cherokee Nation, to local businesses. “I’m a girl dad. My daughter’s 20 and I think us sponsoring something like this shows women/young girls that they can do anything,” said Daniel Mead acting marshal of the Cherokee Nation.</p> <p></p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">KOKI-TV Fox 23 Tulsa</h4> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button" href="https://www.fox23.com/news/on-her-mind-tulsa-organization-inspires-young-women-to-pursue-career-in-firefighting/article_16ea73a1-fb70-4008-91a7-ed934fef423f.html" style="background-color:#b33232" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View Full Story</a></div></div><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/oklahoma/on-her-mind-tulsa-organization-inspires-young-women-to-pursue-career-in-firefighting/">On Her Mind: Tulsa organization inspires young women to pursue career in firefighting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">215323</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Toonerville Fire in Mason County threatens 50 homes, evacuation orders issued</title> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/news/washington/toonerville-fire-in-mason-county-threatens-50-homes-evacuation-orders-issued/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lori Warner]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:20:25 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Washington Fire News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Washington]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://dailydispatch.com/?p=216983</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>VIDEO/PHOTOS: A wildfire burning near Toonerville Road in Belfair prompted officials to issue evacuation orders for some residents in the Mason County community on Wednesday.</p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/washington/toonerville-fire-in-mason-county-threatens-50-homes-evacuation-orders-issued/">Toonerville Fire in Mason County threatens 50 homes, evacuation orders issued</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>VIDEO/PHOTOS: A wildfire burning near Toonerville Road in Belfair prompted officials to issue evacuation orders for some residents in the Mason County community on Wednesday. The Toonerville Fire started around 4:45 p.m. Tuesday and has burned an estimated 70-100 acres as of Wednesday afternoon, according to the Washington State Department of Natural Resources. The fire is 0% contained as of 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, and the cause remains underdetermined. Firefighters have been working around the clock as the Toonerville Fire threatened around 50 homes Wednesday. Level 3 (GO NOW) evacuation orders were issued for “Toonerville Road Communities” Wednesday afternoon. A Level 2 (Get Set) evacuation order was issued for NE Blacksmith Drive, NE Smith Forge Ln, NW Pond Ct., NE Forge Ct., NE Lakeway Dr and NE Lakeway Drive S. All evacuation orders remained in effect as of 5:15 p.m. Wednesday. </p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">KOMO-TV ABC 4 Seattle</h4> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button" href="https://komonews.com/news/local/toonerville-fire-mason-county-wildfire-evacuations-dnr" style="background-color:#b33232" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View Full Story</a></div></div> <p></p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/washington/toonerville-fire-in-mason-county-threatens-50-homes-evacuation-orders-issued/">Toonerville Fire in Mason County threatens 50 homes, evacuation orders issued</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">216983</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Shreveport firefighters contain garage fire on East Kings Highway</title> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/news/louisiana/shreveport-firefighters-contain-garage-fire-on-east-kings-highway/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Eleanor Christopher]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:20:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Louisiana Fire News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Louisiana]]></category> <category><![CDATA[South Central Region]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://dailydispatch.com/?p=212133</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>VIDEO: Shreveport firefighters responded to a structure fire on East Kings Highway. </p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/louisiana/shreveport-firefighters-contain-garage-fire-on-east-kings-highway/">Shreveport firefighters contain garage fire on East Kings Highway</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>VIDEO: Shreveport firefighters responded to a structure fire on Monday in the 400 block of East Kings Highway. Firefighters arrived and contained the fire on a detached garage. Crews managed to prevent the flames from spreading to nearby homes or other structures. While the detached garage sustained heavy damage, no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Shreveport Fire Department.</p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">KTBS-TV ABC 3 Shreveport</h4> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button" href="https://www.ktbs.com/community/shreveport-firefighters-contain-garage-fire-on-east-kings-highway/article_714de23c-f7aa-4bd9-ba92-a4376b4e74a0.html" style="background-color:#b33232" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View Full Story</a></div></div><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/louisiana/shreveport-firefighters-contain-garage-fire-on-east-kings-highway/">Shreveport firefighters contain garage fire on East Kings Highway</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">212133</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Mobile home fire in Springfield claims one life, injures another</title> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/news/oregon/mobile-home-fire-in-springfield-claims-one-life-injures-another/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lori Warner]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:15:28 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Oregon Fire News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Oregon]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://dailydispatch.com/?p=217645</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>VIDEOS/PHOTOS: A mobile home fire in Springfield resulted in one fatality and left another person injured, according to Eugene Springfield Fire (ESF).</p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/oregon/mobile-home-fire-in-springfield-claims-one-life-injures-another/">Mobile home fire in Springfield claims one life, injures another</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>VIDEOS/PHOTOS: A mobile home fire in Springfield resulted in one fatality and left another person injured, according to Eugene Springfield Fire (ESF). ESF said that the blaze, which was reported shortly before 11 a.m., Wednesday morning, July 9, 2025, began at the front of the home while the victims were located at the back. The fire district’s battalion chief confirmed that one person died in the fire, and the other victim was transported to PeaceHealth RiverBend for treatment. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.</p> <p></p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">KVAL-TV CBS 13 Eugene</h4> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button" href="https://kval.com/news/local/mobile-home-fire-in-springfield-claims-one-life-injures-another" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="background-color:#b33232">View Full Story</a></div></div><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/oregon/mobile-home-fire-in-springfield-claims-one-life-injures-another/">Mobile home fire in Springfield claims one life, injures another</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">217645</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Seven displaced, one firefighter injured after South Sioux City house fire</title> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/news/nebraska/seven-displaced-one-firefighter-injured-after-south-sioux-city-house-fire/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[ddadmin]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:14:17 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Nebraska Fire News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Nebraska]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Plains Region]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://dailydispatch.com/?p=216961</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>A South Sioux City firefighter was seriously injured when a ceiling partially collapsed during a fire on Wednesday. Responders arrived on the scene within four minutes of receiving the call.</p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/nebraska/seven-displaced-one-firefighter-injured-after-south-sioux-city-house-fire/">Seven displaced, one firefighter injured after South Sioux City house fire</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A South Sioux City firefighter was seriously injured when a ceiling partially collapsed during a fire on Wednesday. According to a release, the South Sioux City Fire Department was sent to the 500 block of East 25th Street at 5:07 p.m. Responders arrived on the scene within four minutes of receiving the call and found a single-story home with flames coming from the back and the roof.</p> <p>Sioux City Fire Rescue and the Dakota City Fire Department were called in for further assistance while the SSCFD began battling the fire. The release states that a primary search confirmed that all occupants were safely out of the home, and firefighters were able to bring the fire under control within 20 minutes.</p> <p>During the overhaul phase, a SSCFD firefighter sustained a serious neck injury when a section of the ceiling collapsed and was taken to a local hospital, according to the release. Due to the damage, the home was red-tagged and deemed uninhabitable until repairs can be completed.</p> <p>The release noted that seven residents were displaced and are currently staying with family members. The fire has been ruled accidental. Investigations determined that the fire originated on the back deck for an occupant had been cooking before briefly leaving the property. When they returned, the home was already on fire.</p> <h4 class="wp-block-heading">KTIV-TV NBC 4 Sioux City</h4> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"><div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button" href="https://www.ktiv.com/2025/07/10/home-red-tagged-firefighter-sent-hospital-after-house-fire-south-sioux-city/" style="background-color:#b33232" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener">View Full Story</a></div></div> <p></p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/news/nebraska/seven-displaced-one-firefighter-injured-after-south-sioux-city-house-fire/">Seven displaced, one firefighter injured after South Sioux City house fire</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">216961</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Why Fire Service Leaders Should Attend the 2026 WFCA IGNITE Symposium</title> <link>https://dailydispatch.com/columns/leadership-messages/why-fire-service-leaders-should-attend-the-2026-wfca-ignite-symposium/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[annerazo]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:13:39 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Leadership Messages]]></category> <category><![CDATA[leadership-messages]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Voices of WFCA]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://dailydispatch.com/?p=217639</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Author: Mark Niemeyer, President of the Board for the Western Fire Chiefs Association Mark your calendars for March 12-13, 2026—because the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) is once again hosting the IGNITE Symposium in Las Vegas, Nevada. This isn’t just another conference—it’s where the future of the fire service comes together. And we plan to make this year’s […]</p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/columns/leadership-messages/why-fire-service-leaders-should-attend-the-2026-wfca-ignite-symposium/">Why Fire Service Leaders Should Attend the 2026 WFCA IGNITE Symposium</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Author: Mark Niemeyer, President of the Board for the Western Fire Chiefs Association</p> <p><strong>Mark your calendars for March 12-13, 2026</strong>—because the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) is once again hosting the <strong>IGNITE Symposium</strong> in <strong>Las Vegas, Nevada</strong>. This isn’t just another conference—it’s where the future of the fire service comes together. And we plan to make this year’s event even better than last year- not easy given the rave reviews from attendees!</p> <p>Whether you’re a Fire Chief, command staff, general staff, or an emerging leader in the fire service, IGNITE 2026 offers an unmatched opportunity to immerse yourself in the most pressing topics facing our profession: <strong>wildfire policy/prevention/response, cutting-edge and emerging technology, firefighter health and wellness, and forward-thinking leadership</strong>.</p> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/72x72/1f525.png" alt="🔥" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <em>Wildfire Education that Matters</em></h3> <p>Western communities continue to face the growing threat of destructive wildfires. IGNITE 2026 will feature top-tier sessions led by wildfire experts and researchers working on the frontlines of policy and response. From landscape-scale mitigation strategies to interagency response models, you’ll walk away with actionable insights that strengthen your department’s readiness and resilience. </p> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/72x72/1f4bb.png" alt="💻" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <em>Technology that Transforms </em></h3> <p>IGNITE goes beyond buzzwords—this is where <strong>practical, real-world fire service technology</strong> is front and center. The WFCA is committed to driving technology that works <em>for</em> the fire service, and IGNITE is the place to see what’s possible—today and tomorrow.</p> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/72x72/1f499.png" alt="💙" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <em>Health, Wellness & Resilience for the Long Haul</em></h3> <p>Firefighter wellness isn’t a side topic—it’s core to our mission. IGNITE will bring together leaders in behavioral health, cancer prevention, cardiac risk reduction, sleep science, and peer support to provide <strong>practical wellness strategies</strong> you can implement immediately. Our profession’s greatest asset is our people—let’s lead with that in mind.</p> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/72x72/1f9ed.png" alt="🧭" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <em>Leadership Development That Inspires and Equips</em></h3> <p>Today’s fire service leaders face complex challenges—and even greater opportunities. IGNITE will feature dynamic keynote speakers and breakout sessions focused on <strong>adaptive leadership, organizational culture, succession planning, </strong>and <strong>navigating political landscapes</strong>. If you’re serious about leading your agency into the future, this is where you need to be.</p> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/72x72/1f91d.png" alt="🤝" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <em>Networking That Sparks Innovation</em></h3> <p>Perhaps the greatest value of IGNITE is the <strong>caliber of people in the room</strong>. Chiefs, deputies, support staff, emerging leaders, policy makers, and industry innovators—from across the West and beyond—all gathering in one place. Whether it’s a hallway conversation that sparks a new idea or a panel discussion that leads to interagency partnership, <strong>the connections you make at IGNITE are invaluable</strong>.</p> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/72x72/1f3b2.png" alt="🎲" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <em>Las Vegas: A Perfect Backdrop for Big Ideas</em></h3> <p>Red Rock Casino offers a world-class venue for connection and focus. Easy to travel to, full of energy, and equipped with the facilities to host a first-class symposium experience—it’s the ideal setting to step away from the daily grind and engage with forward-thinking fire service professionals.</p> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Don’t Miss It</strong></h2> <p>The fire service is evolving—IGNITE is where we make sure it evolves in the right direction. <strong>Join us March 12-13, 2026</strong>, and be part of a community that’s shaping the future!</p> <p><strong>Visit </strong>– <strong><a href="http://wfca.com/ignite-fire-conference/">wfca.com/ignite-fire-conference/</a></strong> for more information and registration updates.</p><p>The post <a href="https://dailydispatch.com/columns/leadership-messages/why-fire-service-leaders-should-attend-the-2026-wfca-ignite-symposium/">Why Fire Service Leaders Should Attend the 2026 WFCA IGNITE Symposium</a> appeared first on <a href="https://dailydispatch.com">Daily Dispatch</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">217639</post-id> </item> </channel></rss> If you would like to create a banner that links to this page (i.e. this validation result), do the following:
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