Photo courtesy the Mansfield (TX) Fire Department. Historically, higher education within the fire service has not received the level of attention it deserves, suggesting a perceived lack of importance ...

The fire service has always prided itself on tradition, honor, and excellence. But in today’s rapidly changing world, one word seems to stir more debate than ever before: professionalism. How is this ...

Ask any firefighter, and they’ll tell you—no two calls are ever the same. Some are routine: a small kitchen fire that’s knocked down quickly, a motor vehicle crash with a simple door pop, or another ...

Firefighting is among the most dangerous professions in the United States, Canada, and around the world. Firefighters routinely encounter smoke, toxic chemicals, and carcinogenic substances during ...

In this episode of Mental Health Monthly, hosts Dan Degryse and Chris Muscle discuss the complexities of retiring from the fire service. They share their personal journeys navigating the physical, ...

The word “officer” connotes ability, leadership, command, and duty to one’s chosen profession. It says something about the person, but not everything. George Washington, who understood that being a ...

In the fire service, the loudest voices often get the most attention. Ask any seasoned firefighter who truly shaped their career, however, and you’ll rarely hear the name of a politician or a ...

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, ...

Lake County Fire Rescue has been awarded a $7.5 million SAFER grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to pay salaries for 36 new firefighters for three years, WKMG reports. Officials say ...

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 ...

A new program connecting firefighters and EMS providers in Texas to mental health support is now closer to reality, according to reports. House Bill 35 went into effect on Sept. 1 to link firefighters ...