Seven victims were shot inside a Tumbler Ridge secondary school, and two were found dead at a connected residence
Community and fire service supporters rally for the Loveland Fire Rescue Authority fire chief as he navigates termination process
A 19-year-old driver accused of underage drinking is facing felony charges after investigators say he drove through an fire scene in Dover, ran over a charged fire hose and attempted to spit on deputies
More than 230 FDNY firefighters and EMS personnel responded as flames tore through a subdivided Elmhurst home and an exposure
The animal-rights group is giving 3rd Lt. Pete Bergamo a Compassionate Firefighter Award after he waded into icy water to save a goose trapped on the Bantam River
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
View this webinar to hear about use cases deployed on Zebra devices running Windows Pro and how you can adopt these technologies for your teams
Learn how technology will shape the future of public safety operations, based on results of the second annual Verizon Frontline Public Safety Communications survey
Optimize your readiness for natural and manmade disasters and other expanded response efforts
Facts are your friends when it comes to making the case for more money
Get an early look at the changes on the table and their likely consequences, and learn more about the decision to restructure PPE-focused standards
Unpacking the command-focused survey results and how ICs can level up their skills through training and operations
How to manage inside-out rescues, who runs command, when to engage the suppression team and more questions addressed
How fire service leaders can help their members build a resilient mind, employ functional fitness, and access useful nutrition and sleep resources
Find out how one rural fire department went mobile and improved communication among its volunteers and the department’s situational awareness
Find out how one rural fire department went mobile and improved communication among its volunteers and the department’s situational awareness
Learn from grants experts where to look for funding, how to prepare your application and more
Watch this webinar to learn how to be prepared to face this challenging and dangerous event
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
Demystifying NERIS requirements with practical, hands-on examples
WATCH NOW
A renewed focus on people, community connections and clear communication can help rebuild the recruitment pipeline
OFF DUTY
During Memorial Day weekend many retailers kick-off the summer with deals and discounts
The American flag is considered a living symbol under federal law. We must treat it as such.
Flag code requests we follow specific guidelines when displaying the American flag at our stations and on fire apparatus
Scrolling can’t save you — but a conversation might
How to help younger generation firefighters improve their in-person communication skills
Easy tips for building a personal oasis at home where you can decompress, recharge and sustain your mental wellbeing
Understand how the experiences you have as a first responder can shape your relationships with your family
Discover top pet care solutions that keep your pets safe and comfortable while you’re on duty
You’ve got the requisite emergency response training, but do you have the knowledge to survive a lawsuit?
The data on how often firefighters divorce may surprise you, and it offers three interesting takeaways
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