A new scientific study is raising concerns for firefighters about what’s in their turnout gear, especially newer gear marketed as “PFAS-free.” Researchers analyzing 12 sets of used turnout gear from ...

Across the nation, fire departments are facing a growing challenge: finding and preparing for the next generation of firefighters. With seasoned professionals retiring and fewer young people ...

Firefighters are always reevaluating what works and doesn’t work when it comes to firefighting tactics. We change how we do things based on data, science, and experience. Why aren’t we taking the same ...

Some firefighters in Pittsburgh are starting a new support group to target PTSD among first responders. The group is learning techniques endorsed by the nonprofit group Healing The Hero, WTAE reports.

If we look back across the history of the fire service, from its earliest days to now, one truth remains: We still run toward the danger while others run away. Whether it’s fire, medical emergencies, ...

Photo courtesy Indianapolis (IN) Fire PIO. Reading smoke is a pivotal task for the officer in the front seat upon arrival. This information-gathering responsibility improves tactical decision making ...

The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) has asked the Superior Court in Boston to dismiss with prejudice (meaning IAFF cannot file the same suit against NFPA) all remaining claims ...

At some point, you’ve asked a firefighter how things were going and heard one of the usual one-word responses: “Fine,” “Good,” or “Okay.” Whether it was about a recent call, a new station assignment, ...

The acronym SLICE-RS represented a revolutionary advancement in firefighting tactics, not only in its effectiveness but also in the process of leveraging a data-driven, scientific approach. The ...

We live in a polarized America where scrolling through social media often feels like watching a never-ending brawl. Outrage is constant, shock value is currency, and the voices we once held up as ...

When it comes to the selection and hiring of our next generation of firefighters, physical fitness should never be left to chance. The fireground doesn’t care how you look in uniform or what you bench ...

I was honored to receive a promotion to the position of fire chief. Within 24 hours of the news breaking of my new opportunity, I received multiple phone calls. While most were filled with ...