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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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FireRescue1 Grants
Calif. FD receives $3M SAFER grant to hire firefighters, staff future station
The federal grant will help Rocklin expand fire staffing and prepare for a fourth station to meet growing emergency service demands
October 30, 2025 09:23 AM
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Legal Issues
Md. FF allegedly used firehouse Wi-Fi to upload child pornography
The Prince George’s County lieutenant is being held without bond and faces multiple charges
October 29, 2025 11:49 AM
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National First Responders Day
Ky. county first responders take center stage at hospital’s ‘Heroes Fest’
Firefighters, EMS crews and police officers connected with Warren County families, highlighting the training and teamwork behind public safety
October 28, 2025 09:51 AM
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National First Responders Day
Ohio town honors first responders with bridge dedication
The new Hubbard Main Street bridge marks the city’s first tribute to local first responders, with officials praising their courage and commitment
October 28, 2025 09:08 AM
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National First Responders Day
Tractor Supply to honor first responders, military and veterans with $1M in donations
As part of a two-week campaign beginning on National First Responders Day, each store will donate $500 to fire, police and veteran groups in over 2,300 communities
October 28, 2025 08:44 AM
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Line-of-Duty Death (LODD)
Tenn. EMS instructor dies after fall during training
Washington County–Johnson City EMS is mourning the loss of veteran EMT Fred Kemp after a training accident
October 24, 2025 01:33 PM
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APTOPIX White House Demolition
Fire Safety Codes
What President Trump’s White House ballroom project can teach us about building codes and fire sprinklers
The high-profile project highlights IBC/NFPA requirements and how past landmark fires shaped today’s assembly occupancy rules
October 24, 2025 11:53 AM
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Technical Rescue
‘This is a TV moment': Texas firefighters describe tollway overpass rescue
Members of the McKinney Fire Department’s Technical Rescue Team called the dramatic operation a once-in-a-lifetime rescue
October 24, 2025 10:18 AM
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Leadership
9 Ohio firefighters reinstated after uproar over leadership shake-up
Jefferson firefighters who quit in protest after new leadership took over were reinstated following a heated council meeting that also led to the city administrator’s resignation
October 24, 2025 09:00 AM
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Legislation and Funding
IAFC, IAFF call for legislators to end government shutdown, support fire, EMS departments
Organizations say the ongoing shutdown has left federal firefighters working without pay, blocked vital fire and EMS grants, and cut Medicare ambulance reimbursements
October 23, 2025 09:29 AM
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