International Association of Fire Chiefs
Chief Marc Bashoor told Wolf Blitzer that the training pause will lead to a “degradation in our services”
The fire service must heed relevant warnings to prepare for predictable major events and increase department resilience for the truly unpredictable events
The organizations are mobilizing fire service personnel and advocates to contact their elected officials and push for reopening the National Fire Academy
Connect with finance staff early and often to ensure mutual understanding of needs, requirements and limitations
The Senate version of the DHS Appropriations bill would cut AFG and SAFER grant funding by $22 million
Call your senators about restoring the proposed $22 million in fire grant program cuts
Whether it’s your first time visiting Cowtown or you’re a regular at Arrowhead Stadium, this year’s conference location offers something for everyone
Eric Valliere, chair of the Fire Department Safety Officers Association, spoke with FireRescue1 about this year’s safety push around electric batteries
Deputy Chief Darin Wallentine details this year’s Firefighter Safety Stand Down theme, from EVs to e-bikes and beyond
The Butte County fire chief describes the Camp Fire response that ultimately earned him the IAFC’s Ben Franklin Award for Valor
Reflecting on my time as chief and the honor of being the IAFC’s 2022 Volunteer Fire Chief of the Year
The items of significance will be displayed at the fire and EMS museums during the IAFC’s 150th anniversary year
Black requested that the AFG and SAFER programs be authorized through FY 2030 and that the USFA be authorized through FY 2030 with an increased authorization of $95M per year
A leader’s success is often on the shoulders of so many supporters
A message from the IAFC president, calling for a renewed commitment to these principles in our efforts to prevent and respond to fires
The funds could go toward building or renovating stations, adding emission control systems, installing backup power systems and building personnel quarters
The award honors a firefighter (or firefighters) for their expert training, professional service and dedication to duty displayed in saving human life
The IAFC award recognizes one volunteer and one career fire chief for their leadership, innovation, professional development, integrity, public service and contributions to the fire service
Taking place June 18-24, the weeklong event encourages firefighters to focus training on the theme “Lithium-ion batteries: Are you ready?”
Members of the association’s Safety and Health Section and Fire and Life Safety Section are now working on a lithium-ion toolkit for fire departments
Recent actions (and cautious optimism) suggest a finely tuned performance ahead from our fire service organizations
Understanding the various factors that impact PPE service life – and why retirement rules aren’t so simple
A list of relevant and authoritative situational awareness resources for use by fire and EMS leaders
Newport News Fire Chief Jeff Johnson received the Alan Brunacini Fire Service Executive Safety Award
Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell also delivered the oath to 1st Vice President Chief John Butler, 2nd Vice President Chief Josh Waldo and Treasurer Chief Steven Locke
Fire Chief (ret.) Craig Daugherty recalled the day he responded to shots fired at the high school where his 15-year-old daughter was in lockdown
FOMO got you down? Follow along with tweets of the general sessions, exhibit hall floor, award winners and educational sessions
Speaking to a room of chief and company officers, Dr. Moore-Merrell outlined a plan to track suicides, attack wildfires and refocus data-gathering
AAA, IAFC, IAFF and NAEMT write to Secretary Pete Buttigieg to restore production levels
Chiefs Gary Ludwig and Marshall Turbeville were selected for their contributions in the areas of leadership, innovation, professional development, integrity and public service
Three members from Colerain Township, Ohio, were nominated for their “incredible bravery and perseverance” during a swiftwater rescue
Three Colerain Township firefighters are recognized for their brave actions during a swiftwater rescue
