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5 Of The Most Interesting Firehouses You’ll Find In Montana
5 Of The Most Interesting Firehouses You’ll Find In Montana
Montana is obviously a big place, so it takes a lot of resources to cover such a vast territory. There are over 280 fire departments across the state, with the vast majority (80%+) being completely volunteer. No matter if they're career or volunteer, one of the most loved assets of fire departments? The fire stations themselves.
Lesson Learned: Missoula First Responders to Take Urban Avalanche Training
Lesson Learned: Missoula First Responders to Take Urban Avalanche Training
On Friday, February 6, Missoula area first responders will be gathering to learn how to deal with an urban avalanche. It’s something Fire Chief Jason Diehl never expected to encounter, but was forced to face last February when an avalanche buried two adults and a child at the base of Mount Jumbo.