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What happens when a department realizes it’s been wearing PPE without truly understanding the “why” behind maintaining it? Join Brandon Barkley and Michael Williams as they share...
April 13, 2026
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Feb. 3, 2026
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Feb. 24, 2026
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Nov. 17, 2025

Podcasts

Videos

Salinas crews rescue 4 people, 4 dogs stranded on Carr Lake island after water rises
Paso Robles firefighters used an inflatable boat to perform the rescue as the swollen Salinas River raged.
Feb. 20, 2026
Cat responsible for starting fire in Greensburg, Pennsylvania
"That's the first time I've ever witnessed an animal causing a fire," Greensburg Fire Chief Tom Bell said.
Feb. 20, 2026
Naked man steals ambulance in Wisconsin, leading police on wild chase
When the thief emerged sans clothes, it was abundantly clear to Wood County deputies that he was not armed.
Feb. 19, 2026
Seattle Fire Department responds after lift crashes into power line in Queen Anne
Settle firefighters used foam to keep the flames from a natural gas line from spreading.
Feb. 19, 2026

Operations & Training

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The Fire Service Scoop: IAFC New CEO, Tablet Command Team Expansion and More Fire Service Updates
This week, the Fire Service Scoop looks at leadership changes from IAFC and Tablet Command, along with updates on INTERSCHUTZ 2026 and more fire service updates.
Feb. 20, 2026
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If approved, Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority will see funding go from 43.5 percent to 46 percent.
Feb. 20, 2026
Calls to police reveal details in fire, explosion at Koch Foods Plant
Fairfield firefighters found the body of one worker in a collapsed area of the Koch Foods plant.
Feb. 18, 2026
Extreme weather fuels wildfires in multiple states, burning thousands of acres
Three Rosston firefighters were injured when their fire truck rolled over.
Feb. 18, 2026

Leadership

Tablet Command and Watch Duty
Tablet Command and Watch Duty Partnership to Accelerate Trusted Public Safety Information Sharing During Emergencies
This new integration connects field operations with public information, helping agencies share verified updates faster during rapidly evolving emergencies.
Feb. 20, 2026
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Yantic, Other CT FIre Companies Sue Norwich
The suit from four volunteer companies claims Norwich Fire Chief Sam Wilson does not possess blanket power to establish unified command.
Feb. 19, 2026
IAFC
IAFC Names Donna Black as New CEO
The International Association of Fire Chiefs appointed Donna Black the next CEO.
Feb. 18, 2026
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OroraTech Names New CTPO to Lead the Next Era of Global Thermal Intelligence
OroraTech's new CTPO is Ignacio Zuleta and will help lead the development of a thermal data space infrastructure for persistent intelligence.
Feb. 18, 2026

Stations

Storm rips roof off Fresno County fire station, breaks power pole
No firefighters were in the Tranquility station when the roof was blown off and landed in the road.
Feb. 17, 2026
H2M architects + engineers
A feasibility study is often the first step in the process of documenting, enhancing, rethinking, or modernizing fire station/public safety building projects and they are critical for when public safety leaders are asked to make facility decisions long before the path forward is clear.
Aubrey Dunn and Dennis Ross use examples like the Massapequa Fire District on how comprehensive feasibility studies evaluate needs, costs, and challenges for fire station design...
Feb. 17, 2026
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AI Is Shaping Your Next Fire Station: Are You Ready?
Janet Wilmoth looks at a Station Design Conference session that explores how AI is changing fire station design by providing data-driven insights without replacing human expertise...
Feb. 17, 2026
H2M architects + engineers
Four architects from H2M architects + engineers reflect on nearly 80 years of fire station designs and share key lessons that can be applied to fire stations in the future.
Patrick O. Stone explores the evolving landscape of fire station design by sharing insights from his peers with varying experiences and time in the industry.
Feb. 17, 2026

Safety & Health

Boonville Fire Co
When the Boonville church roof shifted under the weight of heavy snow, it damaged a propane line.
Feb. 19, 2026
Simultaneous Multi-Alarm Fires Challenge Firefighters in Bethlehem, PA
Two separate house fires in Bethlehem prompted a mutual aid response and left two firefighters with burn injuries.
Feb. 15, 2026
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The Fire Service Scoop: CSFI Awards, Pierce Manufacturing Appointment and More Fire Service Updates
The Fire Service Scoop brings fire service updates that include Elkhart Brass winning "Coolest Thing Made in Indiana and one of Dräger's SCBA's being available in the United States...
Feb. 13, 2026
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Cleveland Firefighter Johnny Tetrick
Judges heard arguments about recklessness and murder following decisions in lower courts in the death of Cleveland Firefighter Johnny Tetrick.
Feb. 12, 2026

Careers & Education

INTERSCHUTZ
INTERSCHUTZ Presents the Firefighting World of Tomorrowv
At INTERSCHUTZ 2026, industry leaders will present innovations in firefighting, rescue and civil protection, focusing on digital integration, safety equipment and strategic leadership...
Feb. 13, 2026
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It would remove Los Angeles County leaders' final say on salaries and conditions for public safety personnel.
Feb. 11, 2026
Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue
Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue is seeking applicants for the position of fire lieutenant to oversee the agency's logistics.
Hilton Head Island is seeking an experience fire lieutenant to manage the Fire & Rescue agency's logistics functions.
Feb. 10, 2026
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Holyoke Firefighter Charged in Drug Ring Probe
The 28-year veteran Holyoke firefighter reportedly sold balls of cocaine to an undercover officer.
Feb. 10, 2026