Chief Richard Price, founder of the PulsePoint app and a 33-year fire service veteran, has been honored for his national impact on non-clinical EMS innovation
LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
Departments must shift from asking women to “fit in” to empowering them to add value
One study shows that injuries for firefighters working 48-hour shifts are highest during the second day of the shift
How fire service leaders can create clarity, avoid chaos and prepare for what’s next
The Decatur (Illinois) Fire Department’s new permanent lift assist fee for calls to skilled nursing facilities or nursing homes is resonating with responders around the country
FIRE CHIEF NEWS
- World Trade Center Health Program workers rehired after bipartisan outcry
- ‘A true legend in the fire service': Ariz. firefighter dies while on duty
- Tuition-free college for Mo. first responders advances to governor’s desk
- Retired firefighter, 9/11 first responder wins $500,000 in Connecticut Lottery
- Lawsuit alleges fireground missteps led to S.C. FF’s death in apartment collapse
- IAFF suspends LAFD union officials after financial audit
- Police name suspect in killing, burning of Pa. firefighter/EMT
- NIOSH: Activation of mental health crisis team beneficial in S.C. LODD
- Trump’s 2026 budget proposes consolidating federal wildfire roles into single agency
- Lack of staffing causes temporary closure of Mich. firehouse
FIRE CHIEF DIGITAL EDITIONS
IAFC & FIRE-RESCUE INTERNATIONAL
WATCH & LEARN
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?
Lessons learned from organizational culture-focused research
It’s critical that fire officers know how to best mitigate hostilities between members
We can’t all have FDNY-level staffing, but we must find staffing solutions to enhance fireground operations and survival
Known as the “American fire service war college,” the National Fire Academy offers advanced fire training to thousands of students each year in a variety of formats
Carroll County’s Department of Fire and EMS has successfully staffed 13 of 14 stations 24/7 with over 200 career personnel, completing its transition plan a year ahead of schedule