As researchers, regulators, and fire service leaders dig into what is inside turnout coats, pants, and liners, they are uncovering a complex mix of per‑ and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and flame ...
Firefighter turnout gear is designed to shield first responders from extreme heat and danger, but new research suggests it may also introduce chemical exposures. A U.S. study found that brominated ...
A growing body of evidence reveals that PFAS in firefighter turnout gear is a serious occupational health threat, prompting urgent calls for federal legislation, research funding and safer ...
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Horry Co. Fire Rescue to have non-PFAS turnout gear
Fire crews will be getting a new installment of non-PFAS turnout gear. Horry County Fire Rescue announced that they've recently rolled out 80 sets of new Fire-Dex AeroFlex turnout gear made with ...
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