The first COVID-19 case in the United States was announced on Jan. 21, 2020, in the state of Washington.
The WHO declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency on Jan. 30, 2020, and declared it a pandemic in March.
The first fatality in the United States was announced on Feb. 28, 2020 – the same day that more than two dozen firefighters were quarantined following possible exposure at a care facility.
Find COVID-19 breaking news, what first responders need to know about the novel coronavirus, and tips for public safety leaders in how to prepare for and educate the public on the coronavirus here on FireRescue1 and on the EMS1 coronavirus resource page.
The IAFC Coronavirus Task Force recommends several steps to help return to restoration of normal public safety services
“Our department has lost a great man,” Gumtree Fire & Rescue shared about Firefighter Gary Butner
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Nickolas Ramirez "absolutely loved the fire service and was an outstanding paramedic," the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department said on Facebook
Dr. Jim Augustine offers guidance for how fire service leaders can continue the lessons from the IAFC's Emergency Stand Down on COVID-19
Several members left during COVID, and many remaining members feel beaten down or unsure how to establish a "family feeling" with the rookies
In this video, risk management expert Gordon Graham discusses the importance of first responders staying vigilant to keep themselves protected from COVID and other pathogens
3 DC Fire & EMS members recovering from coronavirus share their stories about donating plasma as part of a MedStar treatment study
Simple steps to refocus on exercise and nutrition during the COVID-19 pandemic
FireRescue1 offers several articles that tackle each of your top stressors related to the pandemic
Resilience expert Mike Taigman provides strategies first responders can use to manage stress during the long haul of this pandemic
In this inspirational message, Lexipol co-founder Gordon Graham says it’s time for war once again – this time against a disease we do not yet fully understand. Working together, he says, we can defeat this enemy just like we did 80 years ago against the Nazis.
In this video, risk management expert and Lexipol co-founder Gordon Graham discusses how a pandemic plan is a vital resource for public safety organizations in the event of a widespread public health crisis. It can provide these organizations with the strategies and procedures they need to protect and preserve lives.
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