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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.

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Line-of-Duty Death (LODD)
Tenn. fire chief dies after responding to call
Henderson County Fire Chief Joseph Lynn Murphy experienced cardiac arrest hours after responding to an emergency call
December 24, 2024 06:34 AM
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National First Responders Day
Station visits: 5 things to know before dropping by your local firehouse
While firefighters love visitors, consider these guidelines when planning your trip
December 23, 2024 01:20 PM
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National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
NFFF director of Fire Service Programs announces retirement
John Tippet joined the NFFF after 44 years in the fire service, including serving as Charleston’s first deputy chief of operations following the tragic Sofa Super Store fire
December 22, 2024 12:00 PM
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Social Media
N.C. FD takes to social media for firehouse decoration contest
“We had no idea how many Griswolds worked for the Raleigh Fire Department,” the union president said describing the response by firefighters
December 20, 2024 09:23 AM
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Year in Review
7 of the most bizarre 911 calls of 2024
From escaped kangaroos and raccoon invasions to mistaken international rescue calls, these bizarre incidents show that not every emergency is life-or-death
December 19, 2024 02:46 PM
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Structure Fire
‘Santa’ dashes to Pa. duplex blaze
The firefighter left a Christmas event to respond to a fire in Marcus Hook
December 18, 2024 10:38 AM
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Turnout Gear
Denver firefighters begin use of new, lighter PPE to reduce heat stress
Single-layer PPE will provide Denver firefighters with better comfort and mobility while still offering protection
December 18, 2024 05:00 AM
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Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI)
Ga. FDs win award for leadership in firefighter safety and health
The Roswell and Allentown departments will receive the Senator Paul S. Sarbanes Fire Service Safety Leadership Award at the 35th Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner
December 17, 2024 11:34 AM
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Labor and Union Issues
Union representing Chicago firefighters, medics issues no-confidence vote on leadership
Members of Local 2 issued the vote after going without a contract or raise since June 2021
December 16, 2024 12:02 PM
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NIOSH
Report: Cultural cleansing ceremony, disabled alarm system among several factors in death of N.Y. firefighter
Nearly a dozen contributing factors, including a lack of pre-incident planning and crew integrity, are listed in the report on the death of a Spring Valley firefighter in 2021
December 16, 2024 11:21 AM
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