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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Health & Wellness

Beyond the NIOSH 5: We can’t ignore the elephant in the firehouse

Firefighter safety must go beyond the fireground, with cardiac health, roadway risks, fitness and wellness taking center stage in efforts to prevent LODDs

June 10, 2026 09:21 AM

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Fire Stations and Firehouses

Facebook page highlights deterioration of Ohio firehouses

Columbus approved nearly $3 million for repairs, but advocates say mold, asbestos, water damage and failing infrastructure show the problems go much further

June 10, 2026 09:05 AM

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Emergency Management

Community Emergency Response Teams: Fire service force multiplier and CRR tool

Building on lessons learned from major earthquakes, the CERT program has grown into a nationwide network of more than 600,000 trained volunteers

June 09, 2026 06:39 PM

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Fire News

Free FIFA World Cup tickets available to first responders, veterans

FIFA, Vet Tix and Bank of America have partnered to make $2.25M worth of World Cup tickets available as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebration

June 05, 2026 03:25 PM

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Fire-based EMS

Mich. FD explores launching its own ambulance transport service

The Cascade Fire Department is developing a BLS transport program to handle rising low-acuity calls and reduce delays when private providers are tied up on higher-priority emergencies

June 05, 2026 11:52 AM

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FireRescue1 Grants

Ill. FD receives grant to replace gear cleaning equipment

A $19,100 state grant will help the Oswego Fire Protection District replace aging extractors used to remove carcinogens from firefighters’ protective gear

June 04, 2026 10:50 AM

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Fire Service Staffing

N.C. officials may eliminate firefighter manpower unit

Squad 410 firefighters said they were shocked by the proposed elimination of the Cabarrus County support unit, which officials say is no longer needed as more departments add paid staff

June 03, 2026 10:08 AM

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Legislation and Funding

Ill. FD raises fees for repeated non-emergency EMS calls

The Schaumburg Fire Department says the new fee policy is aimed at reducing repeated calls for lift assists and household help

June 03, 2026 09:54 AM

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Line-of-Duty Death (LODD)

Ill. firefighter/paramedic dies while on duty

Harlem-Roscoe Fire Protection District firefighter/paramedic John Morgan was remembered for his dedication to public service and compassionate patient care

June 02, 2026 09:41 AM

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Firefighter Death

Md. firefighter/paramedic dies after 24-hour shift

Firefighter/Paramedic Demair Lloyd, who had served with the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department since 2006, suffered a medical emergency at home

June 01, 2026 09:33 AM

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