Danielson officials and firefighters say they are aligned on improving communication, staffing and safety within the fire department
Athens’ new black-and-gold “Screamin’ Eagles” fire engine honors the local high school
Auburn officials say labor agreements may complicate proposed job cuts tied to the city’s planned 8% spending reduction
Communities in wildfire-prone areas must now follow new construction standards, though some local leaders worry about rising rebuilding and enforcement costs
Retired Kalispell firefighter Alan “Gus” Gustafson has spent decades preserving artifacts, including a 1925 American LaFrance pumper he once rode
EXCLUSIVES
Simple habits, better shifts: Zam’s formula for success
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Zam urges listeners to take a big-picture approach to resilience, one that’s built for the realities of the fire service
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Exploring what the survey data reveals about how fireground tactics are executed and how safety culture is perceived
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
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
See how adding on-scene gas identification helps fire and hazmat teams move faster from detection to confident decision-making
Protection matters, but so does performance — here’s what to know
Survey data reveals why resilient communications are becoming essential to response effectiveness, personnel safety and patient care
Gain practical strategies for strengthening interagency collaboration and creating a more informed emergency response ecosystem
Leadership in public safety is not about rank, charisma or generational labels; it’s rooted in people
WATCH NOW
The former U.S. fire administrator details her new role at the Fire Safety Research Institute, plus ideas for how to better elevate the fire service at home and abroad
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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