An Executive Order would compensate employees working without pay as the partial government shutdown stretches into its seventh week
Louisa crews narrowly escaped as flames overran Engine 6, forcing a dramatic retreat, while a falling tree struck Engine 7 and nearly hit another firefighter
Donated by Google and YouTube, the new fleet will help LAFD and Arcadia firefighters reach injured or stranded people faster in rough terrain, traffic and crowds
Agawam firefighters entered a heavily burning home on Juniper Ridge Drive to rescue an older man before bringing the fire under control
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin ends the $100,000 sign-off requirement imposed by predecessor, aiming to ease FEMA bottlenecks and speed recovery aid
EXCLUSIVES
Are you a “filmmaker firefighter” with your TIC?
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Chief Andy Starnes details how to develop thermal imager discipline
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
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
As urban settings grow more complex, modular training structures offer fire departments greater flexibility than traditional container props
WATCH NOW
Like your radio, helmet or turnout jacket, boundaries are essential gear — not visible, but critical for protection. In high-stress roles like firefighting, mental armor isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity
OFF DUTY
Easy-to-use products that will keep your food fresh for the long run
Save on duty gear, Faraday bags, tactical clothing, command post equipment and more during the last long weekend of the summer
A devastating MS diagnosis ultimately helped me be a champion of resilience and growth
Smartphone health app users are more active, sleep better and eat healthier according to a new study
Many voltage testers pull double-duty with bonus features
Tips for fire service leaders looking to foster a culture of wellness
This gear protects eyes, ears and extremities from power tool injuries
It may not be uphill both ways, but kids walking to school is not without risk; these options can put parents at ease
Don’t compromise on functionality or comfort when buying maternity tactical pants
Stay connected and keep your kids safe with these top-rated Amazon products
PRODUCT RESEARCH CATEGORIES
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The FireRescue1 Software product category features information, product listings and resources for researching incident response software, scheduling software and software subscriptions.
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FEATURED EDUCATION
FDNY Chief of Department John Esposito and other commanders went to the Palisades and Eaton fireground to speak with firefighters and bring back information to use in the city
Officials paid a $750 ransom to the hackers who had taken control and encrypted files on a computer at the fire district; employees are now being trained on Internet safety
Rope rescue teams need to utilize improved and safer technologies for attaching the attendant to the litter and belaying a live load