Year in Review
This past year was filled with stories of tragedy and heroics — and some really unusual stuff; this is the best of that stuff
Anecdotal evidence suggests we may have finally hit bottom and begun our ascent in one critical life-safety area
Our collective ambivalence toward the future hamstrings us from better protecting the public and grooming our next leaders, and that has to change
From the Los Angeles wildfires to dramatic rescues, we’re looking back at the biggest stories of the year captured on camera
Our 2025 walkaround breaks down the year’s controversies and triumphs — and opportunities for growth in the new year
Let us be grateful for the amazing organizations we work for and the quality of the people who serve our communities
A chance diagnosis, a national call for help and a liver donated by a fellow firefighter
Explore the most-popular resources of the year, from tactical guidance and command insights to station planning and wellness support
The FireRescue1 team found 10 standout videos that capture the mission, culture and evolving expectations of the job — and we want to hear which you like the best!
Explore the books fire leaders, FireRescue1 contributors and experts recommend to advance your career, build leadership skills and inspire the next generation
Sacramento Fire Captain Keith Wade, once a TikTok skeptic, is now on a mission to show fire service leaders how the app’s reach could be the answer to staffing woes
Know the newest fire- and EMS-related laws
Highlighting the most eye-opening results from the annual state-of-the-industry survey
Remembering the service and sacrifice of those lost this year in service to their communities
Consider what you want to accomplish in the next 12 months and build an actionable framework to achieve it
Recapping the themes that dominated events, headlines and kitchen table conversations, plus tips for how to thrive in 2025
Following a devastating accident, a paramedic shares his profound journey through Maryland’s trauma care system, offering new insights into patient care and recovery
From escaped kangaroos and raccoon invasions to mistaken international rescue calls, these bizarre incidents show that not every emergency is life-or-death
Check out these classic comedy sketches involving firefighters, EMTs and paramedics
We asked FireRescue1 contributors and board members to share the technology they are hoping to use in the year ahead
When gunshots filled the air, Sgt. Joelle Harrell ran in their direction before coming face-to-face with a bloodied Ricky Pearsall, a wide receiver with the San Francisco 49ers
From game-day rescues to chaotic showdowns, these unforgettable events put public safety in the spotlight this year
Chiefs from FDNY, Los Angeles, Atlanta and Charlotte offer lessons from the front lines of past civil unrest
Daily reading will make you a better provider, stronger leader and a more gracious colleague
Honoring the service and selflessness of those we lost this year
U.S. Fire Administrator Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell’s focus on consistent messaging has reached fire service organizations; the next step – firefighters
Major responses, award and honors, conflicts overseas, devastating wildfires and e-Bike blazes made headlines
Detailing the big news of the year
FireRescue1’s newest board members share personal passions and insights about what’s to come in the new year
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