The Interagency Board

The mission of the IAB is to strengthen the nation's ability to prepare for and respond safely and effectively to emergencies, disasters, and CBRNE incidents.

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The Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System’s (LC-CFRS) Significant Incident Report (SIR) is complete for the 2024 explosion in Sterling that resulted in the Line of Duty Death of Firefighter Trevor Brown and injured thirteen others.

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Happy New Year from the IAB! 🎉

There's no better way to start the year than checking us out at:

https://t.co/fQWBkXXL8D

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The InterAgency Board wishes that you and your loved ones have a great holiday season!

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🔔 FEMA Releases December AEL Update 🔔

In cooperation with the IAB, FEMA has released a December update to the Authorized Equipment List (AEL), including multiple changes and 10 new items. The changes can be seen at https://t.co/1UtKv6n6vT under the heading “2024-12”.

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⌛️Historical Highlight: The Cocoanut Grove Fire (Nov. 28, 1942 in Boston, MA) ⌛️

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Happy Thanksgiving to all!

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Today, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of our nation's veterans! Today, we pause to reflect on the dedication of those who have served in uniform, defending our freedoms and safeguarding our way of life. Thank you for your selfless service!

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🔔 NIOSH Extends Request for Public Comment on Wildland Fire Smoke Hazard Review 🔔

NIOSH is extending the public comment period to January 10, 2025.

The draft and comment submission can be found at:

https://t.co/xMnYIDxLrC

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⏳ Historical Highlight: Wireless Communications and Public Safety Act of 1999 ⏳

Signed into law by President Bill Clinton on October 26, 1999, the act established 911 as the universal emergency telephone number across the U.S., ensuring consistency for all phone users.

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🔔 Chemical Safety Board Releases Investigation Update on Fatal Accident at TS USA Liquid Nitriding Facility 🔔

More information can be found at:
https://t.co/e6xMSOgWG2

Photo Credit: Chattanooga FD

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🔔 Homeland Defense & Security Information Analysis Center Releases Report About Autonomous Platforms for Casualty Evacuation 🔔

For more info, check out:
https://t.co/i6MAcydzkb

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🔔 UL's Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) Seeks to Investigate Emerging Issues with Firefighter PPE 🔔

More information can be found at:

https://t.co/HwPpuqjC01

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⏳ Historical Highlight: Establishment of the Texas Rangers ⏳

The Texas Rangers were officially established on October 17th, 1835, making them one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the United States.

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🔔 TEEX Releases Report On Response to Electric Vehicles and Energy Storage Systems 🔔

The report can be found at:

https://t.co/P4CloSzzZb

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🔔 OSHA Seeking to Clarify Impact on Volunteer Responders 🔔

More information can be found at:

https://t.co/mEZ6XC4STe

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🔔 NIOSH Seeks Public Comment on Wildland Fire Smoke Exposure Document 🔔

The draft "Hazard Review: Wildland Fire Smoke Exposure Among Farmworkers and Other Outdoor Workers" is open for public comment until November 12, 2024.

https://t.co/qi1UkhRcgY

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🔔 NIOSH Launches Center for Firefighter Safety, Health, and Well-Being 🔔

The Center provides collaborative scientific leadership to guide NIOSH activities and research in these important areas.

More information can be found at:
https://t.co/y5SyIHZzqp

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🔔The IAB has just uploaded multiple updates to its SEL as a result of a recent review meeting. There was a special emphasis on Section 8 (Decontamination), including seven new items. Change requests on all applicable items have been submitted to FEMA for consideration.

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🔔🔔🔔IAB Publishes Multi-Gas Detector Evaluation Guidance Document 🔔🔔🔔

Find out more about the work our D&D Subgroup has done at:

https://t.co/Th8DlZETea