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The newest state-of-the-industry survey spotlights aggressive fireground tactics and fire service safety culture
From active firefighter to engaged civilian: It’s time to reflect and move forward
A looming $2 trillion budget reduction means we will need to preserve funding streams where we can
It’s critical we maintain strong convictions that define who we are and what we do to better serve our community
The certification will also be a funding generator for the city, Terra Haute FD Chief Berry explained, as it will be able to charge outside agencies who send firefighters to be trained
In this video, Gordon Graham outlines the steps firefighters should take to ensure they are following their department’s policy for political activity on the job
The firefighter was allowed to return to work after being arrested and charged with a felony sex crime, as well as misdemeanor domestic battery charges
Interagency relationships help solidify the infrastructure of small communities
The terms include a 4% increase for firefighter/EMT classifications, a 2% increase for paramedics and a 1% increase for EMTs
The names of the state’s first 10 Black firefighters are memorialized on a plaque at the location of former Engine Company No. 9 in Richmond
Recruitment efforts ramp up as numbers in the tri-state area have diminished in recent decades
The two Warwick firefighters underwent investigation following a patient’s death
Ousting of Ocala Fire and Rescue’s Shane Alexander draws a crowd during city council meeting