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Podcasts

Videos

Cal Fire Captain Pleads Guilty to Killing Girlfriend, Son
Darin McFarlin, a Cal Fire captain, will be sentenced in April after he pleaded guilty to the shooting deaths of his girlfriend and her son in Cameron Park.
March 18, 2026
Chicago Firefighter Seriously Hurt at Building Fire
Chicago Firefighter Mike Altman fell through the floor into a fully involved room.
March 17, 2026
WBZ
Boston Lt. Ed Walsh, left, and Firefighter Michael Kennedy were killed in 2014 while battling a brownstone fire.
Kathy Crosby-Bell, who lost her son, Boston Firefighter Michael Kennedy, in 2014, is frustrated that proposed measures have fallen on deaf ears.
March 17, 2026
Retired Columbia, MO, Firefighter Killed at Texas Race Track
The veteran Columbia firefighter taught vehicle extrication throughout the central United States.
March 17, 2026

Operations & Training

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Ventura firefighters and Cerro Gordo deputies pulled the homeowner outside the residence where lifesaving measures began.
Ventura firefighters and Cerro Gordo County Sheriff's deputies resuscitated the man after he was rescued from a house fire.
March 18, 2026
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Bloomfield, CT, Fire Chiefs Describe Heart-Breaking Rescue Attempt after Explosion
By the time Bloomfield crews reached Thomas Moore, trapped in the basement, it was too late.
March 16, 2026
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The CFSI National Advisory Committee has made several recommendations on the FEMA Reform initiative.
The report, that stresses the contributions and needs of responders, was compiled by the CFSI National Advisory Committee.
March 16, 2026
Heather Rademacher
Several ladders were in operation Friday as the wind spread the flames.
The captain suffered burns when a ceiling collapsed on him while battling a two-alarm apartment complex fire in Frederick.
March 14, 2026

Leadership

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The Loveland Fire Rescue Advisory Commission posted an update on their website that stated the group was going on hiatus while working on identifying projects that align with their mission and goals.
The citizen-based Loveland Fire Rescue Advisory Commission is on pause as the fire board determines the department's future.
March 18, 2026
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NVFC, Pearl Milling Company Partner for 2026 Nutella Stacks for Giving Back Program
Nutella's "Stacks for Giving Back" program collaborates with NVFC and Pearl Milling Company to provide grants and pancake kits to U.S. volunteer fire departments, enhancing their...
March 12, 2026
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Beyond the Bugles: Lessons That Build a Legacy
The Firehouse Yak
On this episode of Beyond the Bugles, Chief Jacob Johnson is joined by retired Chief Dennis Reilly as they discuss integrity, moral courage and setting the tone in your fire company...
March 9, 2026
Mitchellville mayor says fire chief dismissed over leadership, conduct concerns
Mitchellville firefighters reportedly were involved in harassment and making derogatory statements about citizens and officials.
March 9, 2026

Stations

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After their individual meetings during the 1-on-One sessions, Station Design Conference attendees often say that the third-party review discussions can save time and money.
Investing in a second opinion for fire station projects ensures alignment with community needs, safety standards, and long-term durability, saving time and costs by avoiding costly...
March 17, 2026
H2M architects + engineers
Fire departments can take advantage of access to centralized or shared facilities, whether located on a shared property or within a larger municipal building.
David B. Sherland highlights the importance of shared facilities and training centers for municipal fire departments that enhance operational readiness, foster inter-agency collaboratio...
March 17, 2026
CNH Architects
Station Design Awards - Coon Rapids, MN, Fire Station No. 3 - CNH Architects
The Coon Rapids Fire Station No. 3 combines toxin-reducing apparatus bays, dedicated decontamination zones and wellness amenities.
March 17, 2026
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Station Design Awards - Branson, MO, Fire Station No. 4 - Hoefer Welker
The Branson Fire Station No. 4 showcases a blend of community-oriented design, energy efficiency and firefighter-centric features.
March 17, 2026

Safety & Health

National Fire Protection Association
NFPA's Sparky the Fire Dog Turns 75
Marking 75 years of fire safety advocacy, NFPA's Sparky the Fire Dog continues to serve as a friendly guide in promoting life-saving fire prevention tips.
March 18, 2026
Providence Firefighter Hurt in Fall Down Elevator Shaft
The veteran firefighter was trying to free people from an elevator when he fell, Providence Fire Chief Derek Silva said.
March 17, 2026
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A firefighter searches the pile at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001.
The reassignments of personnel exacerbates the wait time for patients affected by the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, advocates say.
March 16, 2026
Boston Firefighter Suffers Cardiac Arrest at Building Blaze
The firefighter's condition has not been released by Boston fire officials.
March 15, 2026

Careers & Education

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FDNY EMTs were outside Elmhurst Hospital in Queens recently.
Some FDNY EMS personnel are so destitute they are living in homeless shelters, according to Oren Barzilay, the president of EMS Local 2507,
March 16, 2026
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Frederick County Fire Chief Tom Coe discusses the $9.7 million Green Valley fire station.
A stretch of highway near the new Green Valley fire station is dedicated to Battalion Chief Josh Laird who answered his final alarm in 2021.
March 13, 2026
Former Clarksville Firefighters Sue City for Retailiation
The five probationary Clarksville firefighters were terminated after participating in a public campaign to outline alleged issues in the department.
March 13, 2026
UL Research Institutes
UL Research Institutes Releases New Technical Report for Residential Home Size-up and Search & Rescue Operations Project
The new report from ULRI’s Fire Safety Research Institute expands on results of previous research and gives three new search and rescue tactical considerations.
March 12, 2026