Derby volunteer firefighter Chris Matto, a father of two and third-generation firefighter, is preparing for transplant surgery
Utilities and fire agencies are deploying AI-powered smoke-detection cameras to spot wildfires earlier in remote, high-risk areas, giving crews a head start before flames spread
The Avon Lake Historical Society will unveil ALFD1, a restored 1939 Dodge American LaFrance fire truck
The Statesville Fire Department will celebrate its 150th anniversary with demonstrations, fire safety activities and historic displays
Rochester firefighters faced heavy fire and reports of a trapped occupant, working through dangerous conditions and a partial roof collapse
EXCLUSIVES
Safety Stand Down 2026: Start your fitness journey here
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Deputy Chief Darin Wallentine details the fitness-focused Safety Stand Down, happening June 14-20.
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
Voice-operated two-way intrateam networks can improve safety and efficiency across operations
Cumbersome and costly testing methods have long challenged first responders – this product changes that
Like a championship team, success in the fire service requires clarity, consistency and commitment
See how adding on-scene gas identification helps fire and hazmat teams move faster from detection to confident decision-making
OFF DUTY
Non-sleep deep relaxation can help you navigate the sleep troubles that often come with shift work
These easy, versatile and Amazon-accessible finds make holiday decorating a breeze
This selection offers a wide range of handy multi-tools designed for several uses, on and off the job
Get your stocking stuffers, favorites and more while the deals are still live!
Share your public safety pride with an ornament on your Christmas tree
Healthy, portable, delicious choices for quick fueling
Add on-the-go supplements, hydration and sleep aids to ward off winter illnesses
For first responders, mocktails offer a way to join in the festivities while staying sharp and ready for any call
Leaders must instill in firefighters early that recruitment is a part of their identity
Find answers to all your questions surrounding this five-day online shopping bonanza
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
As critical as the research is on how modern furnishings burn, the real importance lies in what we do with the results
Firefighter Kelly Wong, 29, fell from an aerial ladder; he leaves behind his wife and an infant son
Firefighter Scott Deem was honored by the San Antonio Fire Department by having a mock 2,400 square foot home named after him