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Pa. bill aims to strengthen volunteer firefighter staffing through job training credits
Senate Bill 466, passed by the House, would allow job training credits to count toward Firefighter I Certification and grant EMS agencies a grace period for state reporting

When in command, be in command: Owning the IC role
Effective incident command requires decisiveness, adaptability and a commitment to both operational outcomes and personnel well-being

Top firefighter TV shows every rookie should watch
Discover the top firefighter TV shows recommended for rookie firefighters. These series offer a blend of realism and entertainment, providing insights into firehouse culture and the firefighting profession

‘I saw you on TikTok’: The fire service recruitment strategy no one is talking about
Sacramento Fire Captain Keith Wade, once a TikTok skeptic, is now on a mission to show fire service leaders how the app’s reach could be the answer to staffing woes

Ill. officials celebrate new fire station built for growth, safety and readiness
Herrin, Illinois, has unveiled a new fire station featuring expanded living quarters, updated safety systems, and training areas

Utah wildfire destroys homes, forces evacuations amid high winds
The Forsyth Fire has burned over 2 square miles, destroying a dozen structures and threatening hundreds more as crews battle steep terrain and red-flag conditions

Time to refresh your training on fighting EV fires
Because when that call comes in — when smoke is pouring from a quiet electric sedan or a burning robotaxi — you won’t have time to guess

N.Y. firefighters treated for heat-related injuries during 2 fires
Four Syracuse firefighters were treated for heat-related injuries, three hospitalized, while battling their second blaze in an hour during extreme temperatures

Texas FD seeks $4M SAFER grant to improve staffing, response times
Corpus Christi officials approved applying for a grant to help meet national staffing standards, but the required city match raises debate over potential tax increases or budget cuts

Post-grant award management for fire departments: Navigating AFG grants and best practices
Mastering post-award grant management enhances department operations and strengthens future funding opportunities