The new mental health crisis number 988 launches Saturday, according to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The number will be available 24/7 for people to anonymously call or text trained counselors at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States.
- PUB DATE: 7/13/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WRC-TV NBC 4 Washington, D.C.

A pair of large fires in the late-1870s in Alpena altered the shape of the newly incorporated city and the development afterward remains visible today thanks to tougher building requirements inspired by the blazes. The fires not only shifted future development from Alpena’s north side to the other side of the Thunder Bay River, but also led to the establishment of the city Fire Department and motivated what was then called the Alpena Common Council to draft and implement new zoning and building codes to help bolster safety.
- PUB DATE: 7/13/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: The Alpena News

The New Britain Fire Department and Local 992 have come to an agreement to randomly drug test staff members. The agreement will test a third of the department yearly. That is about 45 people of the 130 on staff. Chief Raul Ortiz says it’s a robust and extensive policy. In January, a New Britain firefighter died at his Southington home.
- PUB DATE: 7/13/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WTIC-TV FOX 61 Hartford

VIDEO: An Ohio man is proving even though his body is different, he can do what everyone else can and more. Four times a week, Mike Diehl walks into Powerstation Gym, loads up the rack, concentrates on his breathing, and engages his core while working out. He continues to push the limit with every press, pull and squat.
- PUB DATE: 7/13/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WTOV-TV NBC/FOX 9 Steubenville

...Scattered thunderstorms will impact portions of Lincoln, Vilas and Oneida Counties through 600 PM CDT... At 502 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking scattered thunderstorms along a line extending from 6 miles east of Marenisco to 7 miles south of Boulder Junction to near Tripoli. Movement was southeast at 30 mph. Special Weather Statement 2022-07-12T17:02:00-05:00 2022-07-12T18:00:00-05:00 Actual Alert Met Expected Minor Observed Lincoln; Oneida; Vilas 46.14,-89.09 46.07,-88.93 45.98,-88.99 45.98,-89.05 45.9,-89.05 45.47,-89.37 45.47,-89.43 45.38,-89.43 45.4,-90.04 45.98,-90.05 45.98,-89.93 46.3,-89.93 46.14,-89.09 FIPS6 055069 055085 055125 UGC WIZ005 WIZ010 WIZ018 VTEC

A broken exhaust fan is blamed for carbon monoxide building up inside the underground garage of a Madison apartment building. According to the Madison Fire Department, someone pulled into the garage, in the 90 block of Kessel Court, on Monday night and called 911 after hearing an alarm and noticing an odor.
- PUB DATE: 7/12/2022 10:33:00 AM - SOURCE: WMTV NBC 15 Madison

VIDEO: Firefighters from across the state say they’re still recovering from the Combined Locks fire that engulfed a paper warehouse over the weekend. The Combined Locks fire chief said Monday this fire had one of the biggest -- if not the biggest -- fire responses in Wisconsin’s history. He also said he couldn’t be more grateful for the help from 67 agencies and 700 emergency responders who helped to put this fire out.
- PUB DATE: 7/12/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WBAY-TV ABC 2 Green Bay

A couple of changes to the new city fire station being built near the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. The La Crosse Board of Public Works approved Monday alterations to the project’s nearly $4 million budget. Interim fire chief Jeff Murphy said during the meeting the air conditioning for the station requires more structural support than originally planned.
- PUB DATE: 7/12/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WIZM-AM 1410/FM 92.3 La Crosse

A massive fire destroyed a multi-million dollar home in Hingham, Massachusetts, on Monday afternoon. The fire was reported shortly before 1 p.m. on Mann Street. Video from nearby showed heavy flames and smoke that could be seen for miles around. According to Zillow, the home was sold on June 10 for $3.
- PUB DATE: 7/12/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WBTS-CD NBC 10 Boston

PHOTOS: A new mural depicting the history of the Clayton Fire Department is on display on the side of Station One in Clayton. The mural was painted by Lacey Crime Art and can be seen driving along West Home Street. The mural tells the story of from a volunteer firefighter group that started in 1883.
- PUB DATE: 7/12/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WNCN-TV CBS 17 Goldsboro

PHOTOS: Sometimes no news is good news. For Toni Stithem, a Victoria County volunteer firefighter, the relatively quiet Fourth of July weekend was a good thing. Stithem was one of about a dozen firefighters assigned to fire watch at Patriot Park during the evening of July 4. They stood by just in case any fires broke out.
- PUB DATE: 7/12/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Victoria Advocate - Metered Site

VIDEO: Firefighters from across the state say they’re still recovering from the Combined Locks fire that engulfed a paper warehouse over the weekend. The Combined Locks fire chief said Monday this fire had one of the biggest -- if not the biggest -- fire responses in Wisconsin’s history. He also said he couldn’t be more grateful for the help from 67 agencies and 700 emergency responders who helped to put this fire out.
- PUB DATE: 7/12/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WBAY-TV ABC 2 Green Bay

VIDEO: New York City launched its newest PSA on Monday with a focus on preparing for a possible nuclear attack. "While the likelihood of a nuclear weapon incident occurring in/near New York City is very low, it is important New Yorkers know the steps to stay safe," the NYC Emergency Management Department said in its press release.
- PUB DATE: 7/12/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WNBC-TV NBC 4 New York

Time is of the essence when it comes to life or death situations, and fortunately for Dale Wilbourn, first responders' timely response gave him another chance at life. A simple hug and a thank you is something he doesn't take for granted anymore. "I'm glad I'm here to even witness this," he said. May 9, Wilbourn showed up to work at The MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary, much like every other day.
- PUB DATE: 7/11/2022 3:40:46 PM - SOURCE: WTMJ-TV NBC 4 Milwaukee

Adventure Day, a fundraiser event for the Sunshine Place, will be held for its second year on Thursday to honor the memory of Sun Prairie Fire Captain Cory Barr, the City of Sun Prairie announced. The event will be hosted by the Downtown Sun Prairie’s Business Improvement District (BID) on Thursday from 2:30-7 p.
- PUB DATE: 7/11/2022 12:32:55 PM - SOURCE: WMTV NBC 15 Madison

...Strong thunderstorms will impact portions of Lincoln, Vilas, Marathon and Oneida Counties this afternoon... At 122 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9 miles northwest of Medford, moving southeast at 40 mph. Other strong thunderstorms were located over northwest Wisconsin and will move into central Wisconsin later this afternoon. Special Weather Statement 2022-07-11T13:15:00-05:00 2022-07-11T15:00:00-05:00 Actual Alert Met Expected Minor Observed Lincoln; Marathon; Oneida; Vilas 46.14,-89.1 46.08,-88.94 45.98,-88.95 45.98,-89.05 45.84,-89.05 45.47,-89.3 45.47,-89.43 45.27,-89.42 44.69,-89.66 44.69,-90.31 45.03,-90.31 45.04,-90.2 45.12,-90.2 45.12,-90.04 45.98,-90.05 45.98,-89.93 46.3,-89.93 46.14,-89.1 FIPS6 055069 055073 055085 055125 UGC WIZ005 WIZ010 WIZ018 WIZ030 VTEC

Officials are saying that a residential fire in Peshtigo is under investigation, but not considered suspicious. According to the Peshtigo Fire Department, on July 10 around 3 p.m. crews were sent to a residence on Woodridge Drive for a reported garage fire. When officials arrived, heavy smoke and fire was reportedly spreading to the residence and attic.
- PUB DATE: 7/11/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WFRV-TV CBS 5 Green Bay

The historic Veranda House Hotel on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts, was damaged Saturday after a huge blaze ripped through the building. Firefighters received a report that the hotel, which is more than 338 years old, was on fire early Saturday, the Nantucket Fire Department said in a news release.
- PUB DATE: 7/11/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: NBC News

PHOTO: At a training facility out of public view off Highway 287, local firefighters conduct exercises to prepare for all types of emergencies. Now those firefighters are greeted by a massive steel sculpture commemorating the work they do to protect the community. Local firefighter Brandon Russell collaborated with Laramie Public Art Coalition to create the sculpture, titled “The Vitruvian Firefighter.
- PUB DATE: 7/11/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: News Letter Journal

A quick decision to break out a new drone may have saved a life at a June 17 fire scene. Scott Wolfe was out to dinner with his family that Friday when he got a call about a fire at the MARS Horsecare facility in Dalton. Crews from multiple departments responded. A drone with thermal imaging technology the Wooster Township Fire Department had acquired just days earlier was about to be thrust into service for the first time, and Wolfe was the only one on staff qualified to operate it.
- PUB DATE: 7/11/2022 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: The Daily Record - Metered Site