Expert Columnists & Contributors
FireRescue1 features a diverse team of fire service leaders and experts, tackling topics that touch on every facet of a firefighter’s career, from the early days serving as a firefighter recruit at the Academy to training on fire-rescue operations to commanding incidents and, ultimately, the department.
Columnists and authors hail from volunteer, career and combination departments, big and small, stretching across the country. They are experts in their respective fields, and many have advanced degrees and certifications to support their ongoing training.
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Stay engaged, show your appreciation and find time to break bread together
A look at discounted tech, gear and personal essentials that align with patrol and off-duty needs
Firefighters report more low-air events, close calls and injuries — and limited follow-through from their organizations
Simple, consistent actions can drive meaningful improvement without complicated plans or equipment
The fire service is filled with former teachers, Navy SEALs, even software programmers — all offering experience that can improve department performance
Budget constraints, staffing, apparatus procurement, and the electric vehicle transition