Lt. Col. Harold Moore showed us how we can demonstrate true leadership to our crewmembers and our community
LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
No one wants their strengths to work against them, but they can have that impact if applied in excess
Consider the long-term impacts the pandemic will have on your community, and start making adjustments
Despite a challenging year, firefighters can look ahead to 2021 with hope, inspiration and renewed energy
Achieving a culture of stellar service among firefighters requires multifaceted approach and capacity to care
FIRE CHIEF NEWS
- Death toll from Texas flooding surpasses 100 as search for victims continues
- 27 Camp Mystic campers, counselors lost in devastating Texas flooding
- Remnants of tropical storm bring water rescues to central N.C.
- Bodies of 7 workers missing in Calif. fireworks warehouse explosion found
- Dallas assistant chief picked to lead Ore. FD
- ‘I’m pinned down behind Battalion 1’s rig': Audio reveals chief directing help to ambushed Idaho firefighters
- More rain forecast as death toll from Texas flooding passes 80
- 1 dead as exploding fireworks set 4 Los Angeles homes on fire
- Texas fire chief among the missing in devastating flooding
- Texas flood death toll rises to 70 as families search camp wreckage for missing girls
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WATCH & LEARN
The key for fire service leaders is finding – and maximizing – members’ strengths, even when they aren’t a perfect fit
The San Bernardino County Fire Department looked at new technology using infrared sensors and sound waves to suppress flames
Rochester Fire is now one of just 334 departments worldwide to earn CFAI accreditation and one of only 124 in the nation to pair it with the ISO Class 1 fire protection rating
Smyrna Fire Department’s recognition highlights simple, low-cost habits, from gear cleaning to post-fire showers, that help reduce exposure and protect long-term health
Norwich officials offered a path to reinstate Yantic Fire Engine Co. No. 1 as volunteers press lawsuit over Unified Command and question public safety, costs
The department replaced paper-based workflows with Microsoft tools to improve compliance, accountability and response readiness
Survey data highlights how equipment shortfalls and unclear expectations influence how firefighters act under pressure
Shouldering the weight of the fifth bugle requires a critical mindset shift
When resources run short during disasters, disciplined command becomes the key to prioritizing needs and coordinating aid
The former U.S. fire administrator shares how a colleague’s kindness in her first days on the job set her up for success