FEMA has activated its National Response Coordination Center and deployed response teams and resources to Texas, Virginia, Georgia and Pennsylvania
Kansas City Station 10 firefighters’ Facebook post goes viral ahead of a winter storm, poking fun at risky travel excuses, including nail appointments, while urging residents to stay off icy roads
Firefighters battled a blaze in a leasing office building at the Lakeview Apartment Complex in Gloucester Township
Reading firefighters were forced to withdraw from the home after personal belongings clogged hallways and rooms
In Cameron Park, a KB Home neighborhood is marketing fire-resistant construction and ember-blocking design as a way to reduce wildfire danger and improve insurability
EXCLUSIVES
You only get one shot: Train for the moments that matter
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Zam explains how Eminem’s anthem about owning a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity applies to hard truths in the fire service
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
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
Get the insights, expert advice and tools to help your agency score big on grants
Best practices for building your next apparatus – or fleet
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
From drones and AI to virtual reality, emerging innovations promise to reshape operations, enhance safety and strengthen decision-making across the fire service
Public safety drones are purpose-built to meet the real-world challenges faced by first responders
Red flags are rarely subtle in hindsight
Explore future-ready fire & EMS technology that supports first responders across the entire incident lifecycle
WATCH NOW
Is your department ready to launch a natural disaster response amid reduced staffing and backup systems?
OFF DUTY
From budget-friendly options to high-security models, find the perfect product to secure your firearm in your personal vehicle
Discover innovative solutions for keeping your guns both secured and accessible at home
Eight choices for any budget to protect your property from the elements and reduce your heating and cooling bill
Cleaning your firearm is not just about maintaining its aesthetics or functionality; it’s essential for ensuring safety and reliability
We explain the types of cases, share our favorites for fire department challenge coins and offer a few tips to choose the right case
By incorporating neck training into your daily fitness routine, you can prevent injury, reduce pain and even improve physical performance
Track your body’s biometrics with these top Amazon picks
The benefits are numerous, but the startup can be daunting; become a meal-prepping pro with these top-rated solutions
Could intermittent fasting be the wellness key you’ve been searching for?
From triathlons to parkour and beyond, these extreme sports align ever so nicely with first responder functional fitness workouts
PRODUCT RESEARCH CATEGORIES
Firefighting boats are specialized vessels equipped with high-capacity pumps, water cannons, and advanced navigation systems, designed to tackle fires on ships, along coastlines, and in port areas. These boats play a crucial role in marine firefighting operations, providing rapid response capabilities and enhanced safety for firefighters in challenging aquatic environments.
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
The Folds of Honor scholarships are awarded yearly to the spouse and/or dependents of a responder who has fallen or been catastrophically wounded
The Charlie Riley Community Service Scholarship Foundation has given 333 scholarships over 17 years
Plus a call to manufacturers and legislators to provide more funding, education and resources to properly equip first responders