A new study found wildfire-friendly weather now lasts longer, with fires increasingly burning later into the night and earlier in the day as hotter, drier conditions extend the danger
Hilliard firefighter James “Kevin” Crews suffered a medical emergency while fighting a brush fire in Nassau County as wildfires destroyed homes
Orange County Fire Authority’s USAR team partnered with a therapeutic riding center to learn how to safely handle and rescue large animals during emergencies
The Neshannock Township Fire Company marked National Volunteer Week by honoring the men and women who answer the call
Firefighters say speaking up about lingering danger at the Lachman fire wasn’t their call; a mindset now under scrutiny after the blaze reignited with deadly consequences
EXCLUSIVES
Are you a “filmmaker firefighter” with your TIC?
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Chief Andy Starnes details how to develop thermal imager discipline
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Get the insights, expert advice and tools to help your agency score big on grants
Best practices for building your next apparatus – or fleet
Los Angeles-area chiefs detail lessons from the January firestorm to guide all-hazards response
Hear from EMS systems and leaders turning the promise of whole blood into a proven practice for trauma patients
Learn valuable strategies to achieve the station you need
How to turn data into actionable insights that drive smarter decisions and safer outcomes
Learn what the coming changes mean for your department’s gear and air management program
Learn why outcome-based leadership is crucial for making meaningful changes in your agency and community
What if you could detect airborne chemical threats without ever setting foot in the hot zone?
Dr. Rachelle Zemlok takes the Better Every Shift crew inside the psychologist’s office during First Responder Wellness Week
Exercises, techniques, and routines designed to maximize readiness, prevent injuries and boost resilience
How personal connections can strengthen on- and off-duty resilience
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Voice-operated two-way intrateam networks can improve safety and efficiency across operations
Cumbersome and costly testing methods have long challenged first responders – this product changes that
A practical playbook for protecting soft targets without disrupting public life
The treatment has evolved to be one of the most effective and evidence-based treatments for trauma
Leadership in public safety is not about rank, charisma or generational labels; it’s rooted in people
OFF DUTY
The former U.S. fire administrator shares how a colleague’s kindness in her first days on the job set her up for success
With an increased risk of developing skin cancer, firefighters should follow simple steps to avoid sunburn
Reflecting on how grief unfolds over time, colliding with duty and responsibility, and how love continues to occupy the space loss leaves behind
From gritty dramas to high-octane rescues, these firefighter shows capture the heart, humor and heroism of life in the fire service
How a firefighter turned business owner continues serving his community after hanging up his boots
The 10 holiday films that survive debate, repeat viewings and the remote control
A chance diagnosis, a national call for help and a liver donated by a fellow firefighter
Staffing takes time, but a rehab station addresses members’ critical health need right now
Understanding the “warrior spirit” concept brings the answer into focus
Explore the books fire leaders, FireRescue1 contributors and experts recommend to advance your career, build leadership skills and inspire the next generation
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