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Twenty-five firefighters from as far way as Rockingham County are in Bedford today for Insight Training's Tactical… t.co/y9vE9yqm2w Time ago 3 Days via Twitter for Android
Trying on-site physical examinations today by PHS. Thirty-five firefighters will get blood analysis, urinalysis, pu… t.co/w8xRjdFdHk Time ago 8 Days via Twitter for Android
We enjoyed another visit from Ms. Parker and Ms. Mathis' Staunton River Middle School classes this morning. It's o… t.co/EOemH5nso9 Time ago 11 Days via Twitter for Android

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Thirty firefighters from as far away as Rockingham County spent the weekend in Bedford to learn Tactical Thermal Imaging, taught by Andy Starnes and his Insight Training team. Bedford County Fire & Rescue and the Bedford Fire Department partnered to host this two day class that taught thermal imaging tactics and its many uses. Thanks to Interstate Rescue for providing FLIR cameras and to instructors Starnes, Anderson, Baxa, and Shumate for two days of exceptional training! ... See MoreSee Less

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Bedford Fire Department

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Thirty-five of our firefighters will complete on-site physical examinations today. These annual examinations consist of EKG, blood analysis, urinalysis, pulmonary function, cancer screening, chest X-Ray, infectious disease screening, and audiometric exams. ... See MoreSee Less

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Bedford Fire Department

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The Bedford Fire Department celebrated its 131st year of service to the community at their annual awards banquet on Saturday evening. Over 80 members and distinguished guests were in attendance to recognize the departments top contributors and notable accomplishments of 2019. Russell Stevens was presented a pewter speaking trumpet in honor of his 45 years of service to the department. FF/PM Chad Baker was inducted as a Lifetime Member, FF Willie Walters was awarded Probationary FF of the Year, and Lieutenant Nick Rice was presented the prestigious FF of the Year award; chosen by his peers through secret ballot. The top call runner for 2019 was Deputy Chief Matthew Scott with 507 responses. Top Ten call runner responses ranged from 246 to 507; fifteen others were also mentioned for responding to over 150 calls throughout the year. Congratulations to all who were recognized! ... See MoreSee Less