Firefighters were driven from the burning Dryden home by rapidly deteriorating conditions as strong winds fueled the blaze that killed a mother, her young daughter and a relative.
Two Berks County fire chiefs were killed after a swerving car struck their UTV head-on during a search for a missing woman in Richmond Township
Lynchburg officials are asking employees, partners and residents what qualities should guide the search for a new fire chief
The Texas Emergency Management Academy’s fifth cohort put eight months of training to the test in a realistic disaster simulation
The funding will support the construction of a second fire station as Scion Township leaders work to expand fire service coverage
EXCLUSIVES
Leaders, what’s your bold vision?
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Fire Chief Dan Munsey says it’s time to step up to fix what’s broken in the fire service — and that means embracing technology and innovation.
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Effective responses to the latest chemical threats
Leveraging emerging technology to enhance firefighter safety
Safety Stand Down 2024 goes back to basic training
The latest methods and the strategic value of implementing Gas Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) devices
Addressing the hidden dangers of cardiovascular disease
The latest insights and best practices
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
Learn more about First Line Technology’s cutting-edge decontamination solutions and how to maximize the MX908
What you need to know to prepare for the likely changes ahead
How to address real-world scenarios
New insights and solutions
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
A practical guide to finding funding, writing stronger applications and making the case for rescue-specific gear
Vehicle-mounted systems extend protection beyond the bay, addressing cancer risk, space constraints and long-term maintenance challenges
How tethered UAS and rugged tablets expand situational awareness
As urban settings grow more complex, modular training structures offer fire departments greater flexibility than traditional container props
WATCH NOW
Closing the hood-to-mask and hood-to-collar gap helps reduce heat stress and contaminant exposure at a critical interface in the turnout ensemble
OFF DUTY
Discover how firefighters can improve sleep and fight fatigue with simple changes like air filters, blackout curtains and humidity control
Ruby has been assigned to Minneapolis Fire Station 7 for three months when she finally responds to her first house fire
How new federal tax rules could affect your paycheck, deductions and long-term savings
Calculate your net worth, evaluate your cash flow, and develop your strategies and tactics to take action
From paddleboarding and kayaking to fishing in remote areas, discover the gear, training and self-defense strategies outdoor enthusiasts need to stay safe on the water
Insulated, smart, and high-capacity bottles designed to help first responders beat dehydration on shift and beyond
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
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FEATURED EDUCATION
Fire Chief (ret.) Craig Daugherty recalled the day he responded to shots fired at the high school where his 15-year-old daughter was in lockdown
Car fires that ignite in glass-enclosed and mixed-use structures pose enhanced challenges for fire crews
Preplanning the contents and building construction, while performing walk-throughs and training, builds confidence in responding to these low-frequency events