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In Israel, a unique network of volunteer first responders
WorldFrance 241mo ago

In Israel, a unique network of volunteer first responders

Israeli authorities say the number of ballistic missiles targeting the country is declining. Since the start of the war, there have been 10 deaths, 8 serious injuries, and nearly 400 minor injuries. To treat them in record time, Israel benefits from a network of volunteer first responders that is unique in the world. FRANCE 24's correspondent Claire Duhamel accompanied them for a day.

Why putting spit hoods on people is risky — and can be deadly
Healthcbc1mo ago

Why putting spit hoods on people is risky — and can be deadly

Spit hoods are meant to protect first responders from spitting. Yet an investigation by CBC's the fifth estate and Radio-Canada's Enquête identified 17 fatal incidents involving the controversial device in Canada over the last two decades. In nearly every case, the hood seems to have been misused.

Skiers stranded by California avalanche used iPhone SOS feature to seek help
TechnologyThe GuardianTimes of India1mo ago2 sources

Skiers stranded by California avalanche used iPhone SOS feature to seek help

Apple’s feature, which connects phone to satellite, helped first responders find survivors as they waited under tarp California’s deadliest avalanche killed at least eight people in a ski group near Lake Tahoe on Tuesday. The six survivors used the iPhone’s emergency SOS feature to help first responders find them as they waited under a tarp and discovered some of the bodies, according to the Nevada county sheriff. Apple’s feature, introduced in 2022, allows users to text law enforcement, even if there’s no cell service or wifi by connecting the phone to a satellite. First responders reached the skiers’ location and learned of the six survivors based on conversations held through the feature, Sheriff Shannan Moon said at a press conference on Wednesday. Continue reading...

Trump Extends Iran Ultimatum, Pauses Attacks, Seeks End to War; Israel Launches Strikes
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Trump Extends Iran Ultimatum, Pauses Attacks, Seeks End to War; Israel Launches Strikes

President Trump has extended his ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 10 days, paused attacks on its energy sector, and expressed a desire for a speedy end to the war, though he stated there is no cease-fire. Meanwhile, Israel launched more strikes on Iran, and markets have reacted to these developments, with oil falling, gold rising, and stocks finishing higher.

Sarajevo Tram Accident: Bystanders Save Girl, Man Dies
Worldklix-ba15d ago

Sarajevo Tram Accident: Bystanders Save Girl, Man Dies

Two individuals, Šejla Ramić and Alen Kadrić, were the first responders at a tram accident in Sarajevo on February 12, where they saved a young girl named Ella Jovanović, but a young man, Erdoan Morankić, tragically died.

Gaza hit by strongest sandstorm in over five years
WorldFrance 2426d ago

Gaza hit by strongest sandstorm in over five years

A cloud of orange-tinted, thick dust spread across the Gaza Strip on Saturday as first responders told Palestinians to stay home, especially those with respiratory illness. People were also urged to secure their tents to prevent them from being blown away. Israel’s war with Hamas has left most of Gaza’s 2 million residents displaced, living in tents and damaged buildings with little protection from the elements such as rain, wind and sand. Story by Catherine Viette.

Watch: Explosion at New York church; five injured
WorldFox NewsTimes of IndiaDaily Sabah1mo ago3 sources

Watch: Explosion at New York church; five injured

An explosion rocked Abundant Life Fellowship Church in Boonville, New York. Five people were injured in the blast. First responders arrived after reports of a gas odor. A firefighter and one civilian are in critical condition. The church suffered catastrophic damage. Investigations are ongoing into the cause of the explosion.