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As 2026 comes to a close, is your fire department fully prepared for the year ahead? Join us Nov. 12 to review key training, certification, compliance, and documentation priorities...
Nov. 12, 2026
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Sept. 24, 2026
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Sept. 22, 2026
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May 18-20, 2027
Orlando, FL

Build for the call. Design for the future.

Station Design Conference is the premier educational event dedicated to the efficient, effective, and future-ready design of fire stations, police stations, and public safety facilities. Each year, department leaders, city managers, architects, and project teams come together to learn what it takes to plan, design, fund, and build stations that support operational excellence for decades to come.

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Podcasts

Videos

A firefighter involved in the operation at the B.F. Goodrich plant recalled the numerous explosions.
Oct. 21, 2026
"Today's outcome is deeply disappointing for the families of Lt. Paul Butrim, Lt. Kelsey Sadler, and EMT/Firefighter Kenny Lacayo, whose lives were tragically cut short in the...
Oct. 21, 2026
Lawyers are challenging the Appeals Court's ruling that Redmond didn't have to make special accommodations for firefighters who refused to be vaccinated.
Oct. 20, 2026
This station prioritizes emergency response efficiency, firefighter health and community connection through strategic site layout and safety features.
Oct. 20, 2026

Operations & Training

San Luis Ambulance is vying for the contract to continue the service it has provided since 1945.
Oct. 21, 2026
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The $10 million fund will help the 14 fire companies purchase apparatus, Carroll County Fire Rescue Chief Michael Robinson said.
Oct. 20, 2026
Lockland Fire Chief Doug Wehmeyer said firefighters would have reached the house in about 30 seconds if the crossing hadn't been blocked.
Oct. 19, 2026
Firefighters from Waldorf and Bryan Roads battled the two-alarm fire that caused $3.5 million in damages.
Oct. 19, 2026

Leadership

UL Research Institutes’ Fire Safety Research Institute leads international Communities of Practice to address critical fire safety challenges through collaborative research, knowledge...
Oct. 21, 2026
Immediately after his arrest, Firefighter Zackary Cooper was terminated by Rhome Fire Rescue.
Oct. 20, 2026
The treasurer of United Firefighters of Los Angeles reported the alleged incident to police, who are investigating.
Oct. 20, 2026
Beyond the Bugles
In Beyond the Bugles, Chief Jacob Johnson and Jake Barnes discuss all things leadership, how to go about social media and even discuss some practical pranks.
Oct. 19, 2026

Stations

This fire station features a thoughtfully planned layout that enhances response times and responder safety through direct connectivity and rapid access features.
Oct. 20, 2026
Designed by WBA Architecture, the station features open communal spaces, strategic layout for privacy and communication and multi-use facilities that serve firefighters and the...
Oct. 20, 2026
Designed with durability and efficiency in mind, the station includes response bays, training facilities and community rooms, while honoring local history and prioritizing firefighter...
Oct. 20, 2026
This fire station was built to support high call volumes and evolving service demands, incorporating phased construction to maintain full emergency response.
Oct. 20, 2026

Safety & Health

Polyglass USA has become the first manufacturer to receive CAL FIRE BML approval for a complete low-slope, Class A fire-rated roofing system.
Oct. 21, 2026
The three occupants in the vehicle that hit the Troy ambulance ran away.
Oct. 19, 2026
After four days, jurors said Monday they are split on whether a man started the fire that killed three Baltimore firefighters.
Oct. 19, 2026
Durning the Rose Garden event, National Volunteer Fire Council Chairman Steve Hirsch presented a helmet to Trump.
Oct. 16, 2026

Careers & Education

After an internal investigation, Syracuse fire officials terminated Jeremy W. Warters, 25, accused of raping a victim under 17.
Oct. 20, 2026
Sperry Fire Chief Mitchell Williamson faces charges of misdemeanor assault following a heated argument that turned physical during a department meeting.
Oct. 16, 2026
Residents made it clear they oppose cutting firefighter and police officer positions in Pasco.
Oct. 15, 2026
The Firefighters' shortstop talks about what it means to him to honor the fire service every game, his path to Banana Ball and why you should become a fan of the sport.
Oct. 15, 2026