Brotherhood and Sisterhood
“I am not giving up; I am just moving on to a different venue to continue the fight”
Understanding the origin, meaning and controversy related to the thin red line flags
In this video, risk management expert Gordon Graham encourages first responders to consider the impact of their time in the fire service
Joining the National Firefighter Registry is a simple way you can help protect protect current and future firefighters
“There are still good people,” said Brian Hammond, a Russiaville Volunteer Fire Department firefighter
Rocco Brienzo discussed his pride in the fire service; Lynn firefighters gave him a personalized helmet and took him for a ride in their new fire boat
Jeff Rothmeier was transported to the same hospital where his daughter recently had a kidney removed
It’s incumbent on every member to help build a supportive culture at the firehouse, one that captures the spirit of serving and invests in the emotional needs of crews
Lost Acres Fire Department members are hosting a fundraiser to support the firefighter, who escaped with his dogs
“It’s gotta be like hell,” said Fire Department spokesperson Larry Langford. “We’re doing all we can to support [Walter Stewart],” who also lost his son
“Every member of Local 2 and the Department mourns with our brother Walter and the Stewart family,” said Local 2 president Jim Tracy
“The response has been overwhelming from firefighters here locally, across the country and internationally,” said Buffalo Mayor Byron W. Brown
Friends, family members, colleagues and hospital staffers cheered as Lt. Bill Doody was wheeled out of Staten Island University North Hospital
Buffalo Mayor Byron W. Brown said firefighters from around the country and the world are flying in to honor Firefighter Jason Arno’s life and sacrifice
Identifying a handful of key traits can be a game-changer in fostering a healthy organizational culture
“The Fire Department” celebrates the Wausau Fire Department’s recent successes and has fun in its firehouses
“Billy chose to give life after his death. He is truly our forever hero,” said his widow, Kristina Moon
“What is so very special is that the donor for John is one of our own, FF Tim Belcher. I am speechless, humbled, and forever thankful,” wrote Lexington Lt. Joe Sexton
Whether NFL player or firefighter, when one of our own goes down, the impacts are amplified beyond our routine responses
Lawrence Firefighter Patrick Sweeney was gifted a new axe, complete with an engraving of his grandfather’s dog tags
As Matt Myers battles Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome, his colleagues at the Shawnee Township Fire Department are grateful for public’s kindness
Reflections on the man who powered Fire Engineering and FDIC for so many years
“Bobby was a larger-than-life personality who dedicated his life to God, family, and the fire service,” said Eric Schlett, executive vice president of Clarion Events
William Moon’s wife, Kristina, shared a statement noting that her husband’s organs can provide “Christmas miracles” for others
Several members left during COVID, and many remaining members feel beaten down or unsure how to establish a “family feeling” with the rookies
From locally, to Ecuador and Ukraine, EMS and fire organizations stepped up to make a difference both at home and internationally
One of the key risk factors for alcohol abuse is post-traumatic stress, something many first responders struggle with
Whether you envision a lifelong career or dream about hanging up your gear for the last time, be intentional with your time and service
“We have made a lot of progress, but there is still a lot of work to be done,” said Carter Bevins, chief of the Neon Volunteer Fire Department
Dale Melanson’s helmet has visited more than two dozen departments so far
From setting clear expectations to sharing feedback, simple actions can go a long way to establish yourself as a trusted team member
We’re talking about those members who are constantly in conflict and make everyone around them miserable
Going beyond Chief Brunacini’s guidance to “Be nice”
