The urgency for safer firefighting gear is growing as awareness of the dangers of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) increases. These "forever chemicals," known for their persistence in the environment, have been linked to significant health risks, particularly among firefighters. This article discusses the material concerns regarding PFAS in turnout...

The East Providence Fire Department just created history! It is the first fire department in the United States to outfit all their personnel with completely non-PFAS firefighter turnout gear. This incredible feat couldn’t have been accomplished without the strategic collaboration between Fire-Dex and Milliken & Company. The department received 170...