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Yantic, Taftville, Occum and Laurel Hill departments allege the Norwich city manager and fire chief exceeded their authority by imposing a unified command policy
A petition calling for the Loveland chief’s reinstatement and a “no confidence” vote in the board gained hundreds of signatures, while a GoFundMe for his legal fees drew quick support
Baltimore County firefighters rescued multiple people from a second-floor fire in Woodlawn
Four firefighters and the Abundant Life Fellowship Church pastor are in critical condition after an explosion inside a Boonville-area church
The Binghamton Fire Department marked the first anniversary of John “JR” Gaudet’s line-of-duty death as city leaders renamed West End Park in his memory
Covington Firefighter Terrance Smith spotted smoke while driving home after a 24-hour shift and alerted residents
EXCLUSIVES
How’s your leadership pipeline?

On this week’s Better Every Shift, Battalion Chief Jesse Schilling shares advice for navigating career transitions.

SPECIAL REPORTS
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More than 1,600 firefighters weigh in on the perennial debate about whether aggressive tactics and safety culture are mutually exclusive
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From biophilic design to cancer-risk reduction and sustainable construction, discover the trends shaping the next generation of fire stations
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Safety Stand Down 2024 goes back to basic training
The latest methods and the strategic value of implementing Gas Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) devices
Follow the SROVT principles – solid, realistic, ongoing, verifiable training – to develop strong incident commanders
Listen as Dr. Rachelle Zemlok takes the Better Every Shift crew inside the psychologist’s office
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What you need to know to prepare for the likely changes ahead
How to address real-world scenarios
New insights and solutions
During the webinar “Violence prevention — the fire and EMS safety checklist,” Dr. Jennifer Taylor details the emerging threats of violence
Maximizing the power of response vehicles
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Explore future-ready fire & EMS technology that supports first responders across the entire incident lifecycle
From drones and AI to virtual reality, emerging innovations promise to reshape operations, enhance safety and strengthen decision-making across the fire service
Modern fire apparatus may meet emissions standards, but diesel exhaust can still linger inside stations – and firefighters’ lungs
Public safety drones are purpose-built to meet the real-world challenges faced by first responders
OFF DUTY
Brian McCaffrey himself can remind your crew that “you go, we go”
Insightful reads that pass on the FDNY Bravest experience to the next generation of firefighters
Firearms instructor Todd Fletcher went from a competitive power lifter to a retiree managing pre-diabetes and high blood pressure, showing the impact of shift work on wellness
From smartwatches to hydration, here are four mission-ready picks to help you build strength, regulate stress and stay fit for the job — and for life
The incident has reignited debate over department directives and personal beliefs
Score discounted duty gear, workout tools and everyday essentials July 8-11 with our curated list of budget-friendly buys
What a week in the Sahara taught one chief officer about leading with purpose and building organizational endurance
July 4 is a time to reflect upon what makes this country extraordinary — and commit to protecting our freedoms
The series offers a window into the experiences of first responders through the use of real stories from real law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMTs
Help create a welcoming space by using the time gathered together to empower, uplift and inspire your colleagues, instead of belittling and bad-mouthing
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