Firefighters Articles on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog

iPad with Bible app saves the day at firefighters swearing-in ceremony

by Michael Grothaus (Feb 11th, 2013)

In an interesting little twist to an otherwise standard swearing-in ceremony, an iPad with a Bible app came to the rescue of some firefighters. According to NBC 40, several Atlantic City-based firefighters were being promoted to the ranks of Battalion Chiefs and Fire Captains when officials ...

Greenwich, Conn., Apple Store closed temporarily due to flooding

by Kelly Hodgkins (Apr 21st, 2011)

A mishap at a Greenwich, Conn., Apple Store resulted in the activation of the sprinkler system and significant water damage to the building. A cleaning crew working Tuesday night accidentally dislodged a sprinkler head, which activated the sprinkler system and fire alarm. Within minutes, the ...