Rachel Engel

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Rachel Engel

Rachel Engel is the associate editor of FireRescue1.com and EMS1.com. In addition to her regular editing duties, Engel seeks to tell the heroic, human stories of first responders and the importance of their work. She earned her bachelor's degree in communications from Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma, and began her career as a freelance writer, focusing on government and military issues. Engel joined Lexipol in 2015 and has since reported on issues related to public safety. Engel lives in Wichita, Kansas. She can be reached via email.

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COVID-19 variants: What first responders need to know
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Learn about the differences between each strain, how transmissible they are, and what they mean for local communities
Celebrating International Women’s Day in the fire service
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During a month dedicated to recognizing the experiences, nuance and unique perspective women provide, FireRescue1 takes a look at how women have impacted the fire service
‘31 words’: Capt. Andrea Hall reflects on leading Inauguration Ceremonies' Pledge of Allegiance
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The Georgia captain was selected to represent the fire service as a tribute to the dedication and commitment of firefighters during a tumultuous 2020
From Paris to Los Angeles: How the LAFD became the first department in the US to deploy a firefighting robot
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Inspired by technology used by the Paris Fire Brigade during the 2019 Notre Dame Cathedral fire, the LAFD recently took ownership of their own firefighting robot
Will you get vaccinated for COVID-19? Firefighters weigh in
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Firefighters have strong opinions when it comes to getting inoculated
Australian wildfires: Looking back 1 year later
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While last year was one of the most chaotic years in recent memory, thousands of Australian and U.S. firefighters rang in 2020 with the world already on fire
‘Modern Day Rosies’: How one paramedic channeled her pandemic emotions into a tribute to female essential workers
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Kate Bergen taught herself to paint nearly 20 years ago, but it was the pandemic that turned her into an artist
The 'Year of the Mask': Firefighters show commitment to wearing face masks
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Face masks became just another part of the PPE lineup in 2020
Video: A tribute to the firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2020
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As we look toward a new year, we honor the memory of those who put their life on the line to protect their community
Protecting the People’s House: How DC Fire & EMS helps keep the White House safe
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Every helicopter takeoff and landing, every suspicious package, every hint of civil unrest – Station 13 is ready to respond
10 firefighter books that make for great holiday gifts
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Check out this list, and find a book for the special first responders in your life to curl up with next to the fireplace
Deck the halls: FDs share their fire station Christmas trees
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Holiday decor can brighten the firehouse and bring some holiday spirit to the community
12 holiday gifts for your favorite firefighter
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The holidays are right around the corner; let us help you with your gift shopping list
Holiday gift guide: 10 gifts under $30 for new firefighters
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Here's a roundup of gift ideas to help your newest firefighter feel prepared and, in some cases, entertained
Hands-on training: Firefighters weigh in on their favorite types of evolutions
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When it comes to hands-on training, what do you look forward to the most? Live-fire evolutions? Aspects of technical rescue scenarios?
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