Sendelbach said he is disappointed to be leaving the department but humbled by the community support and “incredibly proud of the members of the LFRA”
A recall effort targets three Loveland Rural Fire Protection Board directors as debate intensifies over the fate of Fire Chief Tim Sendelbach
Norwich and four volunteer fire departments are set to begin mediation over the city’s unified command policy and the closure of Yantic Fire Engine Co.
Facing million-dollar price tags and years-long delays, fire and EMS agencies are using the Garage marketplace to buy and sell used rigs and fund new equipment
Howard County and neighboring firefighters trained on removing burning electric vehicles, monitoring hazards and adapting tactics for high-risk EV fire incidents
EXCLUSIVES
Do you run mental rehearsals for fireground work?
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Dr. Rich Gasaway explains the power of visualization in fireground training and decision-making.
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
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.
Exploring what the survey data reveals about how fireground tactics are executed and how safety culture is perceived
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Modern fire apparatus may meet emissions standards, but diesel exhaust can still linger inside stations – and firefighters’ lungs
A practical guide to finding funding, writing stronger applications and making the case for rescue-specific gear
Vehicle-mounted systems extend protection beyond the bay, addressing cancer risk, space constraints and long-term maintenance challenges
How tethered UAS and rugged tablets expand situational awareness
WATCH NOW
What happens when the “always false” alarm turns out to be the real thing? Will you be prepared?
OFF DUTY
From paddles to wall trainers, here’s everything newcomers need to get started
Top picks for a reliable timepiece that can stand up to the harsh conditions you encounter as a first responder
Increase the rate at which you burn calories and build muscle by adding weight to your workouts
No one loves to vacuum, but these options will make this traditional task a whole lot easier to bear
There’s something for everyone on this deals list; check it out before Amazon Prime Day 2024 is over!
Show off your red, white and blue
Get excited about cooking – minus the kitchen
Get inspired by first responders’ most-ordered Amazon products and take advantage of Prime Day deals
Here’s a guide to the best deals you won’t find on Amazon during Prime Day
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FEATURED EDUCATION
As generations change, so do our motivations and our methods of learning and training
A training-focused approach to putting generational conflicts aside – and learning from each other
Stephen Rhine and Scott Orr discuss the importance of fundamental skills and how to reach all generations in training