FAMA Awards 2024 Phillip L. Turner Scholarship to Vincent Orfini
Orfini was selected to receive the $5,000 scholarship in recognition of his passion for volunteerism further supported by his strong GPA.
What Every Firefighter Should Know About Heat Stress and Turnout Breathability
October 3, 2024 | 1 ET
In this free webcast, we'll discuss how heat stress affects firefighters physically and mentally.
In this free webcast, we'll discuss how heat stress affects firefighters physically and mentally.
SC Firefighter Remains Hospitalized Following Weekend Fire
A Columbia firefighter remains hospitalized with severe injuries following a fire over the weekend.
Los Angeles Arson Investigator Sues City Over Discrimination
Afara Lalaind is seeking damages of more than $25,000, including for loss of earnings and employee benefits and the anxiety and anguish she says she has suffered.
Worker Hurt in Gas Explosion at MA Construction Site
A worker was injured in what fire officials described as a “gas explosion” at a construction site in Lynn.
Battery Facilities Aim to Shore Up CA Power Grid, Though Fire and Safety Risks Remain
Fires have burned at battery installations in Elkhorn and San Diego county, among other locations, prompting scrutiny from officials.
Extreme Heat at CO Airshow Sickens About 100; 10 Hospitalized
Extreme heat at a Colorado airshow caused about 100 people to seek emergency treatment and sent 10 people to area hospitals.
MA Governor Signs Law Phasing Out Toxic PFAS in Firefighters’ Gear
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey signed into law Thursday a bill that would phase out the use of PFAS in firefighters' protective gear.
Pierce and IAFC Celebrate Leadership with 2024 Fire Chief of the Year Awards
Since 1996, the IAFC has annually recognized one volunteer and one career fire chief for their outstanding service.
OH Crews Respond to Fire at Abandoned Industrial Complex
The Springfield Fire Rescue Division arrived to find a large, abandoned, multi-building industrial complex, with one of the buildings heavily involved in fire.