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Rachel Engel

Rachel Engel is the Associate Editor of FireRescue1 and EMS1. In addition to her regular editing duties, Rachel seeks to tell the heroic, human stories of first responders and the importance of their work. She can be reached at REngel@lexipol.com.

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What is the Defense Production Act, and could it help slow the PPE shortage?
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A Korean War-era law has been touted by several health officials, political leaders and historians as a way of getting needed supplies into the hands of medical workers
Public safety events postponed and canceled due to COVID-19
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As government and health officials caution large gatherings, conference leaders are heeding the warnings
FDNY hit hard by COVID-19: EMS Chief Bonsignore says historic call volume likely to increase
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FDNY EMS Chief Lillian Bonsignore says “any and all options” are on the table to prevent a lag in response times due to the spread of COVID-19 among members
11 unlikely sources of PPE donations
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As the medical community adjusts to keep up with the pace of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare professionals are receiving PPE donations from surprising places
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
10 fire department recruitment videos that work – and why you need one
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Highlight the tremendous work your members are doing to protect the community and raise your recruitment profile among residents with an eye-catching video
8 things to know about the deployment of US firefighters to Australia
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Hundreds of U.S. firefighters are currently deployed or tasked to deploy to assist their Australian counterparts in battling the worst wildfires in the continent’s history
Alaska’s Sen. Murkowski asks ‘what more can we do’ to help the fire service
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Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski sat down with FireRescue1 to discuss the needs of fire leaders, and how to ensure resources are available for wildfire prevention and disaster relief
Santa offers ‘alternative delivery dates’ for first responders, military
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A letter penned by a military spouse helps explain Santa’s appearance on days other than Christmas for first responders and military members working the holiday
How to prevent – and extinguish – a Christmas tree fire
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Take these prevention measures to lower the chance of your holiday centerpiece going up in flames, and find out what to do if that does happen
‘You’ll never fight fire again’: A Texas amputee firefighter tells his comeback story
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Just six months after losing his leg, and despite what surgeons had told him, Firefighter Gary Weiland was ready to get back on the job
8 holiday safety tips for 2019
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First responders know holiday-related injuries are rampant this time of year; share this downloadable safety graphic and PDF with your community to help prevent as many as possible
7 things public safety officials need to know about Safe Haven laws
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These state laws are designed to prevent infanticide and offer parents a safe place to surrender their child without fear of being prosecuted
Q&A: Launching Hannover Fairs' INTERSCHUTZ USA
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Hannover Fairs USA CEO Larry Turner discusses the complexities involved with launching a new firefighter trade show
7 fireworks safety videos, from the serious to the humorous
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As fireworks season begins, cities and FDs are sharing safety and fire prevention tips to educate citizens and avoid disasters
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