Now more than ever, public safety leaders are called to lead not just with authority, but with authenticity
LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
Here’s how to live your best life in the fire service, according to Poor Richard’s words of wisdom
Breaking down the role of division officers in reducing command overload and supporting tactical execution on complex incidents
Every chief needs to learn when to stay at 30,000 feet and when to get into the weeds
Master mechanics and emergency vehicle technicians recommend the following apparatus maintenance tips to keep trucks on the road in soaring temperatures
FIRE CHIEF NEWS
- Thermal imaging not used to detect embers before blaze grew to become deadly Calif. wildfire
- S.C. couple’s Halloween ‘house on fire’ display keeps triggering 911 calls
- ‘The best career in the world': Minneapolis fire chief to retire after nearly 30 years
- $240K grant helps N.Y. firefighters fight EV fires
- 13 Ohio firefighters resign after new chief calls for captains to resign
- N.D. fire department unveils new $3.2M firehouse
- Tenn. USAR task force announces death of founding member
- Authorities charge man with starting Calif. Palisades Fire, killing 12
- Investigation lists key inspection, prevention flaws in fatal Mass. assisted living facility fire
- N.Y. fire chief apologizes for how firefighters tried to rescue cat in tree
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WATCH & LEARN
Five factors explain why our current crop of firefighters and firefighter-EMTs never make the move to paramedic
A Delray Beach firefigher was terminated following a city investigation into the crash that injured 15 people, including firefighters and train passengers, and destroyed a fire truck
Emergency response requires increased focus; this is a balancing act when approaching a scene with numerous factors in play
A quick trip around the building can illuminate key factors related to victims, building access and fire location
From a firefighter sponsorship program to themed dinners at the firehouse, check out these out-of-the-box strategies for raising your department’s profile in the community
FDIC 2025 opened with a bit of tongue-in-cheek humor that included a popular keynote speech from Ray McCormack
Mass gathering coverage plans and preparedness need to include nearby residents, as well as event staff, volunteers and participants
With the right investment and buy-in, mentorship programs can facilitate skill development, career advancement and improve firefighter retention
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How do we inspire our members to grow and take the reins for the future?