Social Media
The FireRescue1 Social Media topic covers news about social media and firefighting, including the way social networks are impacting work and jobs at fire departments.
Firefighters and EMS providers created and shared these informative, fun posts and videos
Firefighters in Williamsport rescue an occupant on the roof of a burning house
Video shows Orange County firefighters rescuing an unresponsive woman from a Mission Viejo house fire
The Sacramento Fire Department has developed a social media following for its unique for food prep videos
“For the third time, we told you we are out of service,” an EMT is heard saying on a recording of Baltimore City Fire Department radio traffic
There’s no place for sweeping generalizations during go/no-go decisions on the fireground
The post circulated as the Miami-Dade Police Department was mourning the loss of Detective Cesar Echaverry, who was shot in the head
If a fire service career doesn’t pan out, some of these responders may have a career waiting in Hollywood
In this tip from risk expert Gordon Graham, he explains the community benefits of an active fire department social media presence
“Caroline’s Law” was first introduced after an EMT posted a murder victim’s photo to Facebook in 2009
Richard Curtis was identified after he uploaded images and video of child pornography through the Moyers Corner Fire Department Wi-Fi
It’s the punniest day of the month, giving organizations the chance to show off the Photoshop skills of their firefighters and EMS providers
Authorities are accusing him of pressuring a 14-year-old girl into sending him nude photos
Don’t worry, you can still experience elements of the show from afar
Graham and Central Pierce fire departments, Puyallup Police Central and the state Department of Natural Resources get in on the silliness
The boy died in the fire, but the attempt by Greenville firefighters to rescue him is being called heroic
The Houston firefighter removed the post when asked by the family, but Mickey Reed says he wants others to learn from the firefighter’s actions
Posts under the platform’s #firechallenge hashtag show people holding lighters and other devices that produce flames
“This could easily have led to a fatality as well as a major fire in the house,” said East Haven Fire Chief Matt Marcarelli
These are the stories our readers loved, hated, clicked on, shared, and had a lot to say about on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn
Mesa Fire Captain Trevor Madrid used the social media platform to raise awareness of occupational cancer and stay positive through his experience
For military veterans who now serve their communities, it’s safe to say they have a special calling
Fairview Fire & Rescue posted images of the trespasser captured by the station’s security cameras
Calls involving celebrities, chemical restraint, protests and mass shootings are just some of the scenarios that will put you in the public eye
Check out these social posts from departments with their support on full display
Billings Firefighter Ryan Benton was photographed with the girl in his lap on the side of the road at the crash scene
Departments across the country are using this year’s theme, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety,” to engage with their community
Follow simple steps to build connections between fire service leaders and the newest generation of firefighters
Jason Blubaum, a deputy fire marshal based in Coeur d’Alene, said despite multiple calls reporting full gas canisters in the woods, none have been found
Agencies emphasized the critical role of EMS in the fire service and highlighted the accomplishments of EMTs and paramedics
The rewritten version of “Burning Down the House” by the Talking Heads warns residents of common fire hazards
Former McDonald Green Fire Chief Francis Ghent was initially suspended for posting “Dear Police, stop responding to these black neighborhoods”
McDonald Green Volunteer Fire Department Chief Francis Ghent’s post suggested police should stop responding to Black neighborhoods
