Off the Cuff: Salt Is a Seasoning, Not a Flavor
There are times when firefighters have a right to be angry. What's concerning is when that anger becomes your entire personality, says Stephanie White.
Charlton (VA) Firefighters Pass Overwhelming No Confidence Vote Against Fire Chief
Charlton Firefighters Local 4023 voted no confidence in Chief Rob Barton, citing workplace concerns and turnover. The union says 20 of 26 firefighters have left in 21 months.
Kansas City (KS) Fire Chief Resigns Amid Tensions With Firefighters Union
Kansas City Fire Department Chief Dennis L. Rubin is stepping down Oct. 31 after 3½ years.
Fairmont (WV) Launching Wellness Program for Fire Department
Fairmont’s fire department received a $246,000 FEMA grant to launch a health and wellness program for 41 full-time firefighters, including cancer screenings, health checks, and behavioral health support.
Boise (ID) Fire to Increase Staffing at Three Fire Stations After Winning Three-Year Grant
Boise Fire received a more than $2.3 million FEMA grant to hire nine firefighters and expand four-person staffing to three additional stations.
The Science Behind Female-Specific Firefighting PPE
Camilla Callesen, chief designer at VIKING Fire & Rescue, and retired firefighter Kendall Taylor discuss the research, engineering, and field testing behind the VIKING VALKYRIE.
Here’s Why Experts Say Now Is an Ideal Time to Protect Yourself from Flu
Doctors urge fall flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccination.
Cedar Rapids (IA) Firefighter in Line to Be Next Chief
Cedar Rapids City Council is set to vote on naming Brent Smith as fire chief. Smith, a longtime department member and current assistant chief, was recommended by City Manager Jeff Pomeranz.
GA Firefighter Resigns After Investigation into Antisemitic Comments
A Cobb County firefighter resigned after an internal investigation into antisemitic comments made while on duty, according to Fire Chief Michael Cunningham.
Argenta-Oreana (IL) Fire Chief Avoids Injuries After Crash
Argenta-Oreana Fire Chief Kurt L. Michener was in an accident while responding to a call Thursday evening. He was not seriously injured, and the other party was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.