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.

LATET ARTICLES

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Labor and Union Issues

Union workers at Sutphen strike as Ohio officials urge return to negotiations

About 85 Teamsters at Sutphen, Columbus’ main fire truck supplier, are on strike, raising concerns as the city faces an aging fleet

May 28, 2025 04:36 PM

Bill Carey

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911 and Dispatch

Pa. FD responds to public criticism for not responding to house fire

Citing a no-bid response protocol, Springdale firefighters say they were following rules when they didn’t respond, despite being just minutes away

May 28, 2025 10:47 AM

Bill Carey

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Fire Department Management

Va. county bans FD from responding to calls, citing ‘operational deficiencies’

Greene County officials revealed internal issues ranging from missed training and pending criminal charges, which led to the sudden closure of the Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company

May 27, 2025 12:12 PM

Bill Carey