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CHRISTMAS WEATHER TRIVIA (FOR PITTSBURGH)

By John Smathers Dec 25, 2024 | 6:24 AM

It’s not a white Christmas here in Indiana County, but it’s not the warmest it’s ever been either.

Here are some winter weather records … for Pittsburgh, courtesy of the US National Weather Service.


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BIGGEST CHALLENGE FACING VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANIES

The spring has been a difficult one for first responders, with fatal accidents, wildfires, and the storms and resultant power outages. What are the biggest challenges facing volunteer fire companies?

Personnel.  The average age of a Pennsylvania firefighter is 48.  
Equipment.  New fire trucks start at $500,000 and can top $1 million.
Mandates.  Their training requirements are too difficult.
Danger!  A first responder is always in jeopardy.
All of the above and more!
Some other factor.  
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