In Sacramento, nearly 40% of EMS calls were classified as non-emergencies, tying up ambulances and EMS crews, delaying urgent responses
Firefighter/Paramedic Demair Lloyd, who had served with the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department since 2006, suffered a medical emergency at home
More than 50 residents were displaced and two firefighters were injured after a fire tore through a 44-unit apartment building in Groton
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue crews used a high-point mechanical advantage system to lift Marge from between two trees
City Council Speaker Julie Menin wants to add a fifth firefighter to 86 FDNY engine companies in high-risk areas
EXCLUSIVES
🎧 How NERIS is building a smarter fire service
NERIS lead developer Craig Weinschenk joins Better Every Shift host Aaron Zamzow to address
questions and misconceptions surrounding the system — and how the team is working to improve it every day.
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Gain practical strategies for strengthening interagency collaboration and creating a more informed emergency response ecosystem
A tactical playbook for firefighters, company officers and chief officers
A practical playbook for protecting soft targets without disrupting public life
From the Super Bowl to the Olympics, veteran chiefs reveal how to build a unified command structure that holds under pressure — before the first siren sounds
From idea to implementation, fire service leaders detail the process of standing up health centers that are redefining firefighter readiness
Demystifying NERIS requirements with practical, hands-on examples
Prepare your department to secure funding for safety equipment that matches today’s operational demands
Lessons from agencies mastering real-time collaboration under pressure
From checklists to command-post placement, leaders must build the foundation for confident command
Turn fragmented systems into seamless collaboration during critical incidents
Battalion Chief Steve Conn and Lt. Bassel Ibrahim detail mayday lessons from real-world events and progressive training
This informative webinar will provide key information on how two public safety agencies (one police and one fire) funded comprehensive smartphone programs that provided issued devices to all personnel.
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Cumbersome and costly testing methods have long challenged first responders – this product changes that
Practical advice for preparing a strong application
Protection matters, but so does performance — here’s what to know
Building a successful mentoring relationship requires effort, accountability and engagement from the firefighter being mentored
OFF DUTY
Dating might be a battlefield, but with these tips and tools, you’ll be ready to navigate it like a pro
Use a portable power station to quickly and quietly charge radios, smartphones and power lighting and other devices when other power sources are not available
Save on top brands in tactical gear, fitness equipment and tech essentials you trust on and off duty
Whether you’re a stay-at-home parent, a grandparent or a beloved babysitter, these items will give you peace of mind
Inside one fire chief’s experience at the Montana Spartan Trifecta event
It’s officially cold and flu season; are you stocked up on the essentials?
Retired firefighters, EMS and police officers may reduce their taxable earnings by up to $3,000 for medical insurance premiums paid during a calendar year
Ensure your home is equipped with smoke/CO alarms, fire extinguishers, escape ladders and other vital safety products
Grab these flood barriers, absorbent socks and mats, sandbags and sump pumps to keep your property dry
Power outages can happen anytime. From flashlights to gas lanterns, discover versatile and reliable tools to keep your environment well-lit during emergencies.
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FEATURED EDUCATION
Officials from at least one of the departments that arrived to put out the fire said they were not a part of any training exercise
This week, 40 first responders from multiple agencies gathered for the first nine-week training session
Training, mental health resources are essential to support first responders facing both the opioid crisis and COVID-19 outbreak