While it is a tragedy that continues to reverberate throughout the nation, the 9/11 attack on the United States saw more than 400 emergency responders lose their lives. What is not as well-known is the alarming number of fatalities that preceded that monumental event....
Firefighters risk their lives for public safety, and the hazards they face last long after extinguishing the last embers in a burning building. When construction materials burn, they release highly toxic chemicals and substances. Asbestos is often one of these. Though...
Smoke inhalation involves breathing in harmful particles in the air that originate from smoke and fires. Certain jobs put people more at risk of smoke inhalation, especially when the employees do not have the proper protective gear. Symptoms of smoke inhalation...
Public safety workers such as law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics and prison guards face safety risks on a daily basis. Dealing with potential dangers such as natural disasters, illnesses and attacks from uncontrollable people are among these risks. In...
Massive fires are frightening events as they can cause considerable destruction and result in injuries or even death to those trapped in an area or who are trying to fight the blaze. Firefighters put their lives on the line in efforts to keep others safe, and...
When a person suffers serious injuries as the result of a vehicle crash, those injuries can be life changing. In some cases, parties may need weeks or months to recover, or even suffer permanent damage. It is common for financial difficulties to result that relate to...