Rachel Engel

Rendering Aid

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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16 fantastic discounts for firefighters
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Many merchants offer special discounts to firefighters, EMTs and medics and other first responders in order to say ‘thank you’ for their service.
Virtual learning: 4 options for essential workers
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As students around the country prepare to start school virtually, first responders are wondering how to cover homeschooling on-shift
7 must-do steps for hurricane disaster preparation
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From gathering necessities to understanding the hazards once the winds have ceased, these seven steps will ensure your community is prepared for a major storm
7 must-do steps for flood disaster preparation
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Disaster preparation for a flood includes gathering necessities, relying on local media sources and being aware of the dangers rising waters bring.
7 knots you need to learn for NFPA 1001 skill sheet
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Video tutorials are a great way to learn the knots for NFPA 1001 skill set
Reedy Creek: The happiest fire department on earth
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As the sole provider of emergency services for Walt Disney World properties in Orlando, Fla., Reedy Creek Professional Firefighters have one of the most unique missions in the country
How to join a fire academy
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While completing fire academy training is a rigorous challenge that’s not for everyone, it’s a necessity if you want to enter the rewarding field of firefighting
How to put out an electrical fire in five steps
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A community guide for preventing and extinguishing electrical fires
The 4 most common types of fire
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Kitchen, electrical, heater and smoking-related fires are particularly common types of fires
How much does a firefighter make?
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Firefighter salaries and benefits vary by location and rank.
5 common causes of electrical fires
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There are approximately 24,000 electrical fires per year, per the U.S. Fire Administration
What are the firefighter ranks?
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Understanding the difference between firefighter ranks
What is a fire triangle?
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The fire triangle's three sides illustrate the three elements of fire: heat, fuel and oxidization
A fleeting friendship: Paramedic reflects on bond with COVID-19 victim Paul Cary
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The Colorado paramedics lifted each other up during their deployment to New York City virus epicenter
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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