The state is sending funding to 114 volunteer fire companies to help pay for wildfire gear, equipment, communications tools and training ahead of peak spring fire season.
The New Jersey Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Association is honoring Deputy Chief Billy Goldfeder with its George Steele Media Award
An FDNY tower ladder responding to an emergency collided with a commercial van in Brooklyn, setting off a chain-reaction crash involving an Access-a-Ride bus and an SUV
Richlandtown Fire Police Officer Todd Koch died after suffering a respiratory emergency and cardiac arrest while responding to a call
In Fort Worth, rising EMS attrition has prompted the fire department to shift crews to a 24/48 schedule
The survey seeks to better understand not only how often firefighters are training, but whether that training is realistic, relevant and supported by leadership.
EXCLUSIVES
If Gordon Graham ran the country …
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Gordon Graham delivers several new doses of commonsense wisdom, including three things he would do if he ran the country.
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
Explore future-ready fire & EMS technology that supports first responders across the entire incident lifecycle
Vehicle-mounted systems extend protection beyond the bay, addressing cancer risk, space constraints and long-term maintenance challenges
Red flags are rarely subtle in hindsight
Modern fire apparatus may meet emissions standards, but diesel exhaust can still linger inside stations – and firefighters’ lungs
A practical playbook for protecting soft targets without disrupting public life
Demystifying NERIS requirements with practical, hands-on examples
WATCH NOW
How AI will reshape the future of fire‑EMS operations, dispatch and governance, according to the ChatGPT
OFF DUTY
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
First responders know holiday-related injuries are rampant this time of year; share this downloadable safety graphic and PDF with your community to help prevent as many as possible
A look at discounted tech, gear and personal essentials that align with patrol and off-duty needs
The tendency to compare ourselves to others also wastes time and energy focusing on things we can’t control
The unpredictability of the job can make celebrating the holidays a logistical nightmare; here are some unique ways to stay connected
There is more than one way to make an impact on your friends’ and neighbors’ wellbeing
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FEATURED EDUCATION
FSRI’s new lithium-ion battery safety campaign includes key resources to help firefighters respond to li-ion battery fires
It’s hard to make change when everyone at the department has the same last name
The Laramie County fire chief tackles recruitment and retention misses, organizational tempo and fostering a culture of critical thinking