On April 4, 2025, a tragedy struck the firefighting community in Franklin County, Missouri, when Chevy Gall, a 16-year-old volunteer firefighter, tragically lost his life in a crash while responding to an emergency call. Gall was fatally injured when his car collided with another vehicle on U.S. Route 50. His passing has left a profound … Read more
On Wednesday, April 2, 2025, a house fire occurred in Independence, Missouri, prompting a swift response from the Independence Fire Department (IFD). Emergency crews are currently investigating the cause of the blaze. Details of the Incident Incident Overview Detail Information Date and Time April 2, 2025, at 5 p.m. Location College and Fuller Avenue, Independence, … Read more
In 2010, during a routine house fire response with the Pattonville Fire Protection District, paramedic firefighter Jason Cerrano faced a common yet critical challenge: operating the firetruck’s pump panel positioned away from the active firefighting scene. This separation hindered his ability to monitor and respond swiftly to the crew’s needs. Determined to find a solution, … Read more