The Brooklyn native graduates with 180 other probationary firefighters after years of service as an FDNY EMT
Police, fire and EMS leaders in Baraboo, Portage and Lake Delton say rising training requirements, regionalization and workload increases are forcing new strategies to recruit and retain responders
The Loveland Fire Rescue Authority Board will reconvene Monday to continue discussions on a letter of intent to terminate Fire Chief Tim Sendelbach
Ann Arbor’s fire chief says vertical growth is tying up crews with medical calls, elevator rescues and false alarms, raising concerns about staffing, response times and future high-rise readiness
The seven-time NASCAR Cup champion will debut a new helmet honoring America’s fallen firefighters in partnership with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
EXCLUSIVES
You only get one shot: Train for the moments that matter
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Zam explains how Eminem’s anthem about owning a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity applies to hard truths in the fire service
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Learn how NERIS is providing first responders with more accurate and actionable post-incident information
Captain Richard Birt shares a bread-and-butter approach to mitigating residential structure fires involving solar panel and energy storage systems
The latest research promoting firefighter safety
Learn how to maintain a sense of calm so you can help others
What you need to know about the new consolidated standard and what that means for your department
Skills and insights for tomorrow’s challenges
How AI and deployable communications are changing the field
Preventing disruptive emergency communication outages
Gain reliable and explainable results safely using Raman, FTIR, and SERS
Chiefs John Oates and Dena Ali break down the latest survey findings related to fire department leadership at all levels
Effective responses to the latest chemical threats
Leveraging emerging technology to enhance firefighter safety
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Public safety drones are purpose-built to meet the real-world challenges faced by first responders
From drones and AI to virtual reality, emerging innovations promise to reshape operations, enhance safety and strengthen decision-making across the fire service
Red flags are rarely subtle in hindsight
Demystifying NERIS requirements with practical, hands-on examples
WATCH NOW
From icy rivers to prolonged winter rescues, EMS teams must prepare for the harsh elements. Here’s how to stay warm, alert and effective in cold-weather emergencies.
OFF DUTY
Long shifts, stress and sleep loss undermine firefighter readiness and safety, but new data-driven approaches offer hope
Their quick thinking after a series of sudden deaths led to the discovery of cyanide-laced Tylenol — and a turning point in consumer safety
On National Punctuation Day, test your knowledge of punctuation
Discover how firefighters can improve sleep and fight fatigue with simple changes like air filters, blackout curtains and humidity control
Ruby has been assigned to Minneapolis Fire Station 7 for three months when she finally responds to her first house fire
How new federal tax rules could affect your paycheck, deductions and long-term savings
Calculate your net worth, evaluate your cash flow, and develop your strategies and tactics to take action
From paddleboarding and kayaking to fishing in remote areas, discover the gear, training and self-defense strategies outdoor enthusiasts need to stay safe on the water
Insulated, smart, and high-capacity bottles designed to help first responders beat dehydration on shift and beyond
Brian McCaffrey himself can remind your crew that “you go, we go”
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FEATURED EDUCATION
It’s hard to make change when everyone at the department has the same last name
The training officer explains the physiological response during a mayday incident and why training that’s too difficult can build problematic habits
The Laramie County fire chief tackles recruitment and retention misses, organizational tempo and fostering a culture of critical thinking