The gear meant to protect firefighters from the dangers of flames and smoke is now being linked to a growing threat: cancer.

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The gear meant to protect firefighters from the dangers of flames and smoke is now being linked to a growing threat: cancer.

Embedded within the fabric of their protective clothing was PFAS – a class ... The International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) has been a powerful voice on the front lines, demanding ...

To understand why PFAS continues to be used in turnout gear, the NBC Bay Area Investigative Unit reached out to seven of the largest manufacturers of firefighter protective clothing. Denmark-based ...

Researchers said sources of PFAS exposure for firefighters include fire effluents and dust, contaminated gear and equipment, and textiles used in protective clothing worn by firefighters.