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Bill Carey

Associate Editor

Bill Carey is the associate editor for FireRescue1.com and EMS1.com. A former Maryland volunteer firefighter, sergeant, and lieutenant, Bill has written for several fire service publications and platforms. His work on firefighter behavioral health garnered a 2014 Neal Award nomination. His ongoing research and writings about line-of-duty death data is frequently cited in articles, presentations, and trainings. Have a news tip? He can be reached at news@lexipol.com.

LATEST ARTICLES
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FDNY
Should NYC split EMS from FDNY? Pay, staffing and patient care are on the line
A push to return EMS back to its own agency is gaining momentum amid response times, pay parity demands and warnings from FDNY leadership that a breakup could add cost and complexity
November 14, 2025 11:14 AM
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Social Media
Ohio firefighter fired after Charlie Kirk social media post investigation
The Toledo Fire and Rescue Department found the lieutenant guilty on three policy charges, including conduct unbecoming and social media violation
November 13, 2025 12:23 PM
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Fire Chief
Iowa city appoints 20-year-old fire chief, favoring experience over seniority
The Bloomfield City Council picked the 20-year-old Ottumwa firefighter over veteran local candidates, citing his full-time call volume
November 13, 2025 11:21 AM
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Labor and Union Issues
Fla. firefighters win largest raises in Orlando history under new contract
Orlando’s new contract includes 10% COLA this year and protects 48-hour schedules despite the city’s push for 42-hour cap
November 13, 2025 10:16 AM
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Fire-based EMS
Houston FD’s ‘green’ ambulances face charging issues, undergo repairs
Documents show the Houston Fire Department’s eco-friendly ambulances have faced recurring mechanical and charging issues that reduced response capacity
November 13, 2025 08:54 AM
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Legal Issues
Calif. city to pay $1.7M to settle gender discrimination suit
Fairfield Battalion Chief Jessica Fleshman, a 20-year veteran and former Marine, alleged she faced harassment and retaliation after her promotion, claims the city denied but agreed to settle
November 12, 2025 09:19 AM
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Legal Issues
Md. firefighters acquitted in baseball field flooding case
A district judge dismissed charges against two Montgomery County firefighters, finding insufficient evidence the soaked Montgomery Blair High School field was damaged
November 10, 2025 10:39 AM
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Fire Service Culture
Fla. county reverses ban on fire station logos following community outcry
Esacmbia County officials dropped an order to remove custom station emblems from fire trucks and uniforms after widespread opposition
November 10, 2025 09:57 AM
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Volunteer Fire Service
‘It’s best we all step away': Tenn. fire chief, entire volunteer fire department resign
Former Cornersville Chief Matt Fox and his crew stepped down, citing administrative strain, burnout and funding challenges
November 10, 2025 08:14 AM
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Line-of-Duty Death (LODD)
LODD: FDNY firefighter suffers cardiac arrest while on roof of Brooklyn blaze
The 11-year FDNY veteran suffered cardiac arrest while operating on the roof during an all-hands fire
November 09, 2025 07:31 AM
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