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Your department's ISO rating can do more than measure performance—it can help unlock funding, staffing, and operational improvements. Join two veteran fire chiefs to learn how...
July 20, 2026
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As fire departments continue to focus on firefighter health and safety around fireground contaminants, this eHandbook dives into current and evolving firefighter PPE decontamination...
June 18, 2026
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Disconnected data can hold your fire department back from true operational readiness. In this webinar, discover how bringing firefighter training, staffing, equipment, and incident...
May 14, 2026
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Fire departments are embracing technology across all aspects of the job, including training for emergencies, managing incidents and enhancing firefighter safety. Sponsored...
March 26, 2026

Podcasts

Videos

Mom Arrested after Home Alone Kids Burned in House Fire in Columbia, SC
Columbia firefighters said the three children, 2, 4 and 6, suffered severe burns.
July 1, 2026
Baltimore County, MD, Tackle Tire Fire During Extreme Heat
One firefighter was transported for a heat-related issue during the operation in Rosedale.
July 1, 2026
Three Dead in Econo Lodge Fire in Wooster Township, OH
Wooster Township firefighters were unable to reach the victims, Fire Chief Dallas Terrell said.
July 1, 2026
Details Emerge about Shelters after Firefighters Killed Battling CO Wildfire
The three federal firefighters killed and two injured over the weekend in western Colorado deployed their shelters after a burnover.
June 30, 2026

Operations & Training

RoGo Communications
RoGo Communications' DropBlock and Mobile App Tracks Wildland Firefighters
DropBlock 2.0 provides real-time GPS tracking, point-to-point communication, and hyper-local weather data, helping first responders manage wildfires more effectively.
July 1, 2026
Pender County is set to unify its fire and EMS services under a single county-operated system starting July 5, following a year-long consolidation effort approved by the Board of Commissioners.
Starting July 5, Pender County will operate a consolidated emergency services system, integrating fire and EMS departments into a single county-run agency.
July 1, 2026
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Wildland fire has a way of exposing every weak point in a community’s preparedness plan. A fire may start in dry grass, brush, timber, or along a roadside. At first, it ...
July 1, 2026
Wharton, WV, Fire Chief Drives Across Trestle During Flood Rescue
As raging water continued to rise, Wharton-Barrett Fire Chief Mark White made a quick decision to get victims to safety.
June 30, 2026

Leadership

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Syracuse Police Chief Mark Rusin (left) and Fire Chief Michael Monds participated in the dedication Tuesday.
Syracuse Firefighter Ethan Cunningham died after a call while Officer Michael Jensen was killed in an ambush.
July 1, 2026
New Marble Hills, TX, Fire Station Dedicated to Late Fire Chief Killed in '25 Flood
Fellow firefighters fulfilled Marble Hills Fire Chief Michael Phillips' dream of a new firehouse.
June 29, 2026
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The lawsuit claiming the First Amendment rights of four Grand Blanc Township firefighters was dismissed voluntarily by their attorney.
June 26, 2026
Sparks, NV, Fire Department's Staffing Shortages Persists
Sparks Fire Station 6 remains unstaffed while another is impacted by a firefighter shortage.
June 26, 2026

Stations

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Firefighters spend extended periods inside the station during each shift; these toxins add to the overall health risks that firefighters could face throughout their careers. During...
July 1, 2026
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The Marion Fire Station No. 1 is the first fire station to receive the AIA COTE Top Ten Award, emphasizing its industry-leading sustainable design.
OPN Architects' Marion Fire Station No. 1 has received the prestigious 2026 AIA COTE Top Ten Award, highlighting its excellence in sustainable and biophilic design.
June 23, 2026
Study: Stations, Personnel Needed in Montgomery County, VA
Hiring a fire marshal for Montgomery County is vital and should be done immediately, MissionCIT officials wrote.
June 23, 2026
H2M architects + engineers
The process of futureproofing the new Friendship Engine and Hose Company firehouse in Merrick, NY, includes the additions of bunk rooms for for constant staffing and other spaces that support the non-traditional respond from home requirements of the past.
Rachael Grodzki and Patrick O. Stone explore the importance of future-proofing volunteer fire stations through adaptable design, addressing shifts in staffing models to ensure...
June 16, 2026

Safety & Health

One year since Canfield Mountain ambush
Coeur d'Alene Fire Battalion Chief John Morrison, 52, and Kootenai County Fire & Rescue Battalion Chief Frank Harwood, 42, ambushed on Canfield Mountain were honored at a service...
June 30, 2026
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Explosion rocks Tacoma apartment complex
The explosion occurred when Tacoma firefighters entered an electrical room and shut power off.
June 29, 2026
City of Mabank
Mabank Fire Chief Charles Woodard was struck while directing traffic at the Mabank Rodeo Grounds on Saturday night. He died from his injuries at the hospital.
Mabank Fire Chief Charlie Woodard was struck by a passing pickup truck while directing traffic at the Mabank Rodeo
June 29, 2026
Honeywell
Honeywell Unveils Advanced Smoke Control, Connected Life Safety Innovations
Honeywell's NOTIFIER INSPIRE platform now includes fully integrated smoke control, reducing hardware needs and simplifying installation and maintenance.
June 27, 2026

Careers & Education

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SB 325 mandates criminal background checks for all new and existing fire and EMS personnel in Delaware.
The proposed Delaware bill seeks to by mandate criminal background checks for new and existing fire and EMS personnel.
June 30, 2026
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Bill Would Get CAL FIRE Firefighters' Pay Close to Other Departments
“A top-ranked Cal Fire engineer with a family of four qualified for free school lunch because of his income. That tells you how much we’re struggling.” said IAFF Local 2881 President...
June 26, 2026
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UL Solutions Debuts Code Authority Leadership Awards at NFPA Conference
The awards were presented at the NFPA Conference and Expo in Las Vegas, emphasizing the importance of code authorities in public safety.
June 26, 2026
Stephen Maichle, the former Wilmington Manor Fire Chief, was convicted of misdemeanor offensive touching for slapping a female employee.
A judge sentenced ex-Wilmington Manor Chief Stephen J. Maichle to six months of probation for slapping a female firefighter's buttocks.
June 25, 2026