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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
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Download this executive summary to see what ISO reviewers expect and how to deliver, with insights from Vector Solutions’ recent webinars.
March 13, 2026
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Feb. 27, 2026

Podcasts

Videos

FDNY Firefighter Hurt in Bronx Firehouse Blaze Leaves Hospital
Firefighter Laurie Galioto was greeted by applause from his FDNY colleagues and hospital staff.
April 3, 2026
Crews Battle Vacant Sawmill Fire in Port Alberni
"Certainly, being an old industrial site there’d be some wood in there that would be saturated with oil over the years," Port Alberni Fire Chief Mike Owens said.
April 3, 2026
After fire crews missed body in Wellston house fire, department making procedure changes
Changes in search operations are in the works, Mid County Fire Protection District Chief Randall Sanders said.
April 2, 2026
Miami-Dade Firefighter Resigns after Sending Inappropriate Text to Teen
The high school student, who received the text, was taking part in an EMS ride-along program with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.
April 2, 2026

Operations & Training

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FDNY is among early technology adopters by understanding where technology can help mitigate incidents. Here, a drone hovers among FDNY vehicles that are used in a collaborate effort to prevent drownings at beach in the Borough of Queens.
Jason Moore showcases fire department technology innovation, like mobile labs for hazmat incidents and emphasizes that technology adoption is driven by real needs and data collection...
April 3, 2026
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Witmer Public Safety Group Acquires 3 Rivers Fire Equipment Company
This move allows WPSG to strengthen its presence in Western Pennsylvania, offering fire departments increased resources, product variety and support while preserving the trusted...
April 3, 2026
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The Wilderness Society said the restructuring is “a solution in search of a problem.”
"This is a costly bureaucratic reshuffle that will hand more power to corporations and states like Utah to log, mine and drill the public’s forests for private profit," said Taylor...
April 2, 2026
Off-duty Pattonville, MO, Firefighter Saves Woman from Fire
"They're dealing with the unfortunate side of insurance instead of hosting a funeral," Pattonville Firefighter Greg Degreeff said.
April 1, 2026

Leadership

Pierce Manufacturing Named Atlantic Emergency Solutions as its 2025 Dealer of the Year
Atlantic Emergency Solutions received the 2025 Pierce Dealer of the Year award, recognizing their exceptional sales, profitability and service expansion efforts.
March 31, 2026
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NVFC Fire Service Achievement Awards Recipients Announced
The NVFC's 2026 Fire Service Achievement Awards honor exceptional volunteers and professionals, including lifetime service, health leadership and youth programs.
March 28, 2026
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The State Ethics Commission’s Enforcement Division alleges that Clinton Fire Chief Michael Lutes violated the state’s conflict of interest law in relation to his supervision of his two firefighter sons.
After receiving complaints about his son, the State's Ethics Commission says Clinton Fire Chief Michael Lutes assigned his son to spots which increased his overtime pay.
March 28, 2026
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MEIKO USA Appoints New Director of Sales for MEIKO Protect USA
MEIKO USA has appointed Bjorn Rowland as Director of Sales for MEIKO Protect, focusing on expanding PPE decontamination solutions to improve firefighter safety and reduce carcinogen...
March 24, 2026

Stations

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When the engine is back in its stall, the call may be over, but a less visible but equally serious threat lingers: airborne toxins within the fire station. As firefighters spend...
April 1, 2026
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The cost of the Kingston's new Central firehouse has risen to $10,431,000. The city’s engineer said all bids for the project came in over estimate and among changes to the original plans are a rooftop solar array.
Kingston officials removed a rooftop solar array from plans for a new fire station to save $124,000. They will look for increased federal incentives down the road.
March 28, 2026
Living Conditions Force Closure of Dentsville, SC Fire Station
Columbia-Richland Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins said the firefighters and apparatus have been transferred to other stations.
March 25, 2026
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To celebrate Centennial joining SBM Fire, the departments held a unification ceremony.
Fire departments throughout Minnesota have been consolidating to save money, bolster staffing and enhance service to communities to help with long-term sustainability.
March 23, 2026

Safety & Health

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NVFC, MSA Cairns 1836 Giveaway Submissions Open
The NVFC and MSA Safety are offering volunteer firefighters four chances in 2026 to win a state-of-the-art MSA Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet, with entries open through April 30.
April 3, 2026
NE Firefighter Cancer Benefits Bill Defeated by Filibuster
The measure that would have made career Nebraska firefighters automatically eligible for workers' compensation died by a filibuster.
April 2, 2026
Colleagues, Citizens Pause to Remember Chicago Firefighter
As Amazing Grace was played by bagpipers, Chicago Firefighter Michael Altman's casket was lifted into the hose bed of a fire truck.
April 1, 2026
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April 1, 2026

Careers & Education

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Operations would suffer if the department loses 12 firefighters.
The loss of 12 firefighters would have a significant impact on the department's operation, Auburn Fire Chief Mark Fritz warned.
April 3, 2026
Broward, FL, Fire Lieutenant, Wife Charged with Locking Girl in Room for Years
Joel Kohnert was placed on leave without pay by Broward Sheriff's Office Fire Rescue after his arrest.
April 2, 2026
Cincinnati Fire Chief Asked to Prepare for Five Percent Budget Cut
The notice of the budget axe falling came on the same day as a fatal fire in Cincinnati.
April 2, 2026
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Judge Orders Reinstatement of Muncie Fire Captain's Credentials
The state can still prohibit Muncie Fire Capt. Troy Dulaney from being a proctor at certification exams.
April 1, 2026