Four Jacksonville firefighters have been booked on misdemeanor criminal mischief after paintballs struck vehicles and investigators found paint and spent shells at a LaVilla station
Despite assurances the South Tucson FD would remain, memos show Rural Metro will begin staffing Feb. 1 and nearly 30 firefighters were told their contracts end Jan. 31
Pasco County leaders say the move will improve recovery time, mental wellness and work-life balance, while supporting recruitment and retention as overtime hours trend down
A $2.2M renovation project has modernized two longtime Cañon City fire stations, adding updated bunk areas, HVAC systems and advanced alerting technology
The CPSE Center for Innovation Strategic Scan proposes six actionable takeaways related to apparatus purchasing challenges
EXCLUSIVES
Better Every Shift asks:
Who leads fire command at large-scale incidents?
Who leads fire command at large-scale incidents?
Chief Bryan Frieders breaks down the fire department role at major events like the Super Bowl and large festivals.
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Captain Richard Birt shares a bread-and-butter approach to mitigating residential structure fires involving solar panel and energy storage systems
The latest research promoting firefighter safety
Learn how to maintain a sense of calm so you can help others
What you need to know about the new consolidated standard and what that means for your department
Skills and insights for tomorrow’s challenges
How AI and deployable communications are changing the field
Preventing disruptive emergency communication outages
Gain reliable and explainable results safely using Raman, FTIR, and SERS
Chiefs John Oates and Dena Ali break down the latest survey findings related to fire department leadership at all levels
Effective responses to the latest chemical threats
Leveraging emerging technology to enhance firefighter safety
Safety Stand Down 2024 goes back to basic training
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Fashion & Accessories
Why reliability matters for firefighters, EMTs, paramedics and station personnel
From drones and AI to virtual reality, emerging innovations promise to reshape operations, enhance safety and strengthen decision-making across the fire service
As home fire risks grow more complex, departments are working with developers to show how sprinklers enhance safety and reduce long-term costs
Red flags are rarely subtle in hindsight
OFF DUTY
Their quick thinking after a series of sudden deaths led to the discovery of cyanide-laced Tylenol — and a turning point in consumer safety
On National Punctuation Day, test your knowledge of punctuation
Discover how firefighters can improve sleep and fight fatigue with simple changes like air filters, blackout curtains and humidity control
Ruby has been assigned to Minneapolis Fire Station 7 for three months when she finally responds to her first house fire
How new federal tax rules could affect your paycheck, deductions and long-term savings
Calculate your net worth, evaluate your cash flow, and develop your strategies and tactics to take action
From paddleboarding and kayaking to fishing in remote areas, discover the gear, training and self-defense strategies outdoor enthusiasts need to stay safe on the water
Insulated, smart, and high-capacity bottles designed to help first responders beat dehydration on shift and beyond
Brian McCaffrey himself can remind your crew that “you go, we go”
Insightful reads that pass on the FDNY Bravest experience to the next generation of firefighters
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FEATURED EDUCATION
David and Stacy Morse voiced their frustrations with the investigations and detailed the culture at the fire academy where their son died
A call to respond to a flaming trash bin may be as simple as it sounds, or it could spread and become a much larger and more difficult blaze to fight
Crews were gathered for training when an 18-year-old tumbled over a cliff at a quarry; she was conscious and flown to a hospital