Firefighters in Atlanta and elsewhere may be at risk due to their protective gear. The specialized uniforms they wear to protect themselves from heat and moisture contain chemicals linked to cancer.

A firefighter's cancer diagnosis led to research on the toxic threads used in the gear. The firefighter's wife suspected a connection between the uniform and her husband's illness, prompting her to investigate further.

Further details on the potential health risks associated with firefighters' gear are available from InvestigateTV, which has been looking into the issue.