Community Risk Reduction
Fire departments are primary advocates for community risk reduction (CRR). While fire prevention, inspections and public education remain integral parts of fire department activities, the CRR concept takes a more holistic approach to improving civilian and firefighter safety.
Welfare check calls may seem routine, but they can escalate fast — learn the critical questions to ask dispatch and the red flags to watch for before knocking
When false fire alarms from a fraternity house hit a breaking point, one fire officer found the answer in equal parts authority and allyship
In Troy, officials are working to remove Red X signs from marked buildings by investing in repairs rather than demolitions
We must consider patient evacuation, resource allocation and training ourselves and our communities in the wake of an assassination attempt on former President Trump
An Audubon Society group estimates there are approximately 150 people living in the Sepulveda Basin area
Firefighters in the Baton Rouge area take time to deliver CPR, and AED training to middle school students
Effective responses to the latest chemical threats
None of us gets through a career in firefighting unscathed
The Community Connect feature allows citizens to provide critical information to Newburyport firefighters
Arson in Flint rose 41% in 2023 compared to 2022 and is on pace to be higher in 2024
Rick Gilbert, Milton Hershey School senior director of campus safety, shares his strategy
New York City has over 1 million buildings, most of which predate 1960.
Over 2,000 illegal destructive devices and 10 pounds of bulk homemade explosives were also confiscated in Gardena
School’s curriculum, internship program prepared teen to properly react in critical moment
Download this FireRescue1 fire prevention products buying guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation
Disaster preparation for a flood includes gathering necessities, relying on local media sources and being aware of the dangers rising waters bring
Key factors fire departments should consider when developing procedures for EVs and other devices powered by lithium-ion batteries
The best way to help firefighters working wildfires is a simple “thank you”
The new position in the Owensboro Fire Department will increase community risk reduction efforts
The fire department’s PSA to outdoor enthusiasts went viral on social media as temperatures soared above 100 degrees in Arizona
New ordinance allows the fire chief to declare a building a “public nuisance” and have a structure torn down
Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater is promoting stricter regulation of corrugated stainless steel tubing
Bruno’s impact on the fire service is far-reaching and profound, particularly in the areas of safety, command and customer service
American Hose Company No. 2’s 1948 American LaFrance fire engine is the centerpiece of the Pottsville mural
June event in Ontario will honor and recognize the invaluable contributions of firefighters
Members of the Menomonie fire and police departments were surprised by the gift
The event will take place during the International Association of Fire Chiefs Community Risk Reduction Leader Conference
Middletown firefighters came to rescue for a delivery to The Shepherd Home for veterans
Sam Sloan donated the money to the Calhoun Volunteer Fire Department to help make improvements
Torin Slaughter is raising money to install about 100 Stop the Bleed kits at Case High School
A debate forms over what is an emergency for a Longview man and first responders
Former state trooper helps MHS students become comfortable with law enforcement
