Chelmsford firefighter Nick Spinale was welcomed home after weeks in intensive care, while union officials say his injury leave could run out before his recovery is complete
The settlement tied to Jason Arno’s 2023 line-of-duty death is the largest involving the Buffalo Fire Department and follows a report citing missed mayday calls, poor accountability and equipment issues
Danielson’s interim fire chief unveiled a recovery plan focused on recruitment, morale and emergency readiness after more than half the volunteer department resigned
Fire crews battled large wildfires in Broward and Miami-Dade counties as smoke reduced visibility, forced road closures
Cameron Hamilton, who was fired after defending FEMA’s role in disaster response, would take over an agency facing staffing losses, reform pressure
EXCLUSIVES
Schaeffer: The fire service can’t afford CAVE leadership
Learn how ego, burnout and the “Chiefs Against Virtually Everything” mindset can stall progress.
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
Like a championship team, success in the fire service requires clarity, consistency and commitment
Leadership in public safety is not about rank, charisma or generational labels; it’s rooted in people
Cumbersome and costly testing methods have long challenged first responders – this product changes that
Protection matters, but so does performance — here’s what to know
OFF DUTY
From grabber tools to car safety handles, discover affordable devices designed to assist with mobility and reach, reducing the risk of injury
Some first responders take the unique experience of serving the public into the political arena
Discover how one public safety professional rebuilt her identity and found new purpose after an injury led to early retirement in her 30s
Preparing yourself for colder conditions will decrease your odds of missing out on training time due to sickness or injuries
Through Project Fire Buddies, firefighters volunteer time to lift up the most vulnerable children in their communities
Become familiar with the signs associated with date rape drugs like Ketamine, GHB and Rohypnol, and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim
From deep fryers to cookie cutters, get everything you need to tackle holiday meal prep and serving with ease
Modern amenities to keep you productive and healthy
Discover essential tools to help individuals with limited mobility navigate daily life more easily and securely
Dating might be a battlefield, but with these tips and tools, you’ll be ready to navigate it like a pro
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