President Donald Trump announced he will replace Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after she faced intense scrutiny on Capitol Hill over immigration enforcement and agency operations
Firefighters from multiple departments are battling a five-alarm fire at a six-story warehouse near Miami Gardens
Volunteer fire departments across New York are pushing for legislation that could allow stipends of up to $12,000 a year as recruitment and retention struggles deepen
Sherman Fire Rescue handled about 600 calls outside city limits in 2025, but officials say the current system funding those responses may not be sustainable
A massive explosion leveled a commercial production building in Logan Township, sending four people to the hospital in critical condition
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
Leaders, what’s your bold vision?
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Fire Chief Dan Munsey says it’s time to step up to fix what’s broken in the fire service — and that means embracing technology and innovation.
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
Vehicle-mounted systems extend protection beyond the bay, addressing cancer risk, space constraints and long-term maintenance challenges
A practical guide to finding funding, writing stronger applications and making the case for rescue-specific gear
Explore future-ready fire & EMS technology that supports first responders across the entire incident lifecycle
WATCH NOW
The Montgomery County Fire & Rescue fire chief reflects on his first year at the department
OFF DUTY
The 7-mile roundtrip hike is an opportunity to pay respects to the 19 firefighters killed during the Yarnell Hill Fire
Take advantage of significant markdowns, availability and preparation for the next boating season
Find the perfect pair of tactical glasses with our expert recommendations, focusing on safety, optical clarity and advanced protection
Use this handy guide to kit out your blind this duck season
There is always the chance that something will happen that we have no control over; it’s those fears that keep us up at night
Some people just aren’t fit for the volunteer life – you know, like people who enjoy sleep
Because adults spell love ‘L-O-V-E’ and children spell it ‘T-I-M-E’, fathers spending quality time with their kids is a key to creating healthy relationships
These products will improve visibility and keep you alert and comfortable
All the training and race day essentials for any first responder’s first time on the course
Recognize your dad for both his fatherly and fire service achievements by getting him one of these great gift ideas
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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The FireRescue1 Scheduling and Time Tracking Software product category features information, product listings and resources for researching software, staff management, and crew scheduling tools.
FEATURED EDUCATION
Members of the association’s Safety and Health Section and Fire and Life Safety Section are now working on a lithium-ion toolkit for fire departments
Educating firefighters about responding to emergencies including electrolyte releases, overheated batteries, fires and environmental events involving ESS