Health & Wellness
FireRescue1’s Health and Wellness resource center provides practical, evidence-informed guidance to support physical fitness, mental health and long-term career resilience. Coverage includes injury prevention, nutrition, sleep, stress management, cancer awareness and behavioral health to help fire service professionals remain healthy, capable and mission-ready on and off duty.
FITNESS IN FOCUS
The crash occurred near the scene of a fire, but authorities have not said if the vehicle was responding to the fire at the time of the incident
Understanding the three reasons firefighters tend to avoid seeking help, and what firefighters can do to manage growing stress
“Just keep moving,” Firefighter Heidi Charest told herself during the finals of the Firefighter Combat Challenge World Championships
Two Spokane County Fire District 8 firefighters raised the flag in honor of all members who battled the devastating wildfires in the state in September
Video shows Matt Vann being greeted by fellow firefighters outside the hospital as he leaves SF General for a rehabilitation facility
How to put your best foot forward at orientation, what to expect in the physical and aptitude tests, and other tips for firefighter candidates
The Valley Stream (N.Y.) Fire Department firefighters were injured when a chimney collapsed onto them
One firefighter was injured when a portion of ceiling collapsed while working crews were working inside the building, and a second firefighter suffered a minor hand injury
All firefighters were ordered to evacuate the school bus company building after the roof collapsed
The fire service isn’t all glory – it’s also loss and heartbreak – but we pick each other up and keep helping
COMPLETE COVERAGE
Officials said the fire flashed over when firefighter opened the garage door
Police, firefighters and bystanders all attempted to save the driver and extinguish the flames
One of the firefighters was severely burned when the roof fell, trapping two
The law would apply retroactively to family members of first responders killed in the line of duty since 2010
The firefighters were responding to a call when the apparatus collided with an SUV then crashed into the gas station
One EMS member reportedly suffered serious injuries
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis ordered flags to fly at half-staff in honor of Nucla Naturita Fire Protection District Chief Chester Riley, 57
The grass fire burned about 880 acres and led to near-zero visibility
Key steps for firefighter fitness and prolonging a fire service career, plus how to emerge from the “COVID cocoon” and recommit to a health mindset
Situational awareness and communication are critical factors when master streams are applied with firefighter working interior