Assistant Chief (ret.) Jo-Ann Lorber underscores the power the delegation amid the expanding expectations of the fire chief
LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
Breaking down the CFSI National Advisory Committee’s recommendations
When resources run short during disasters, disciplined command becomes the key to prioritizing needs and coordinating aid
Explore the books fire leaders, FireRescue1 contributors and experts recommend to advance your career, build leadership skills and inspire the next generation
Here’s a look at some fire service hacks for getting around an unruly Old Man Winter
FIRE CHIEF NEWS
- Pa. firefighters rescue occupants hanging out of windows during hotel fire
- Ind. FD to test 48/96 schedule to boost firefighter health and family time
- Ala. FD to equip firefighters, medics and inspectors with body-worn cameras
- Utah rescuers save hiker trapped in quicksand
- Explosion, 2-alarm fire destroys Ore. fourplex
- Roof collapses during NYC 4-alarm apartment fire
- ‘Home away from home': Minn. FD reopens firehouse closed 15 years ago
- Over $850K in grants available to N.Y. FDs for wildland fire protection
- Medic critical, 3 others injured in Fla. ambulance crash
- Firehouse immersion training sharpens service dog response
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WATCH & LEARN
Fennessy announced his retirement from the Orange County (Calif.) Fire Authority and the tentative acceptance of the new federal-level director role
Eric Valliere will serve as CEO, and Lance Vinson will serve as chairman of the Board of Directors
Salt buildup can occur on just about any area of your fire apparatus or ambulances, but it is especially common on areas affected by road spray
A renewed focus on people, community connections and clear communication can help rebuild the recruitment pipeline
AI, cognitive friction and the future of fire service leadership
Three Marion County firefighters and one paramedic face felony charges after allegedly stripping, beating and waterboarding a 19-year-old co-worker at Fire Station 21 in Ocala
Stay engaged, show your appreciation and find time to break bread together
If the closest unit is available, why isn’t it responding?
A Boston firefighter was charged with trafficking a minor for sexual servitude, multiple counts of child rape and indecent assault spanning 2018–2024
A county firefighter just 0.7 miles away crossed into Lawrenceburg’s city zone to save a child, triggering a turf dispute