Orange Fire Marshal James Vincent fired back at critics online and defended volunteers who had just worked 24 hours straight during a blizzard
LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
Detailing how the first-arriving unit should take command, perform an initial size-up, and communicate with dispatch and other responding units
When resources run short during disasters, disciplined command becomes the key to prioritizing needs and coordinating aid
Five steps can mean the difference between a smooth process and a last-minute rush
Intentional networking, trust and shared experience can turn informal conversations into an impactful network
FIRE CHIEF NEWS
- Ohio firefighters train with tactical medical team for high-risk rescues
- Va. fire captain honored for 51 years of service
- Conn. lawmakers scrap single-stairwell apartment code change after fire safety concerns
- NVFC seeks volunteer firefighters for mental health video campaign
- Plan to shut down Texas fire engine, shift resources to EMS met with criticism
- LODD: Ga. FF/paramedic suffers on-duty medical emergency
- Conn. city, FD agree to mediation in dispute over shutdown
- Ind. first responders complete crisis intervention training to better handle mental health calls
- Photo of the Week: Mo. structure fire attack
- N.C. firefighter, Marine on administrative leave after protest during Senate hearing
FIRE CHIEF DIGITAL EDITIONS
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WATCH & LEARN
Understand how experience, education and humility combine to shape leaders who crews want to follow
Getting a junior firefighter program off the ground requires policies, advisors and serious commitment – but it’s all worth it
After 30 years and five as chief, through historic unrest, major fires and diversity gains, Fire Chief Bryan TTyner will step down Dec. 31
Minnesota firefighters continue to support one another and serve the department with a monthly breakfast that helps maintain their identity as firefighters
How we onboard recruits and probationary firefighters says a lot about department culture to firefighters and the community
Line officers stepping into administrative roles face a culture shock — and a steep learning curve — that rarely gets addressed
Carroll County officials say his operational suspension mirrors his Montgomery County status and reinstatement depends on the case outcome
It’s essential to establish clear rules, expectations and training for all command functions
Videos allegedly shot at Engine 38/Ladder 51 show rookies doing cake-face pushups and hugging naked men
The Nov. 18 event will feature expert-led sessions that support operational excellence and leadership readiness