How Firefighters are Trained to Respond to Riots and Violent Protests
When protests escalate into violence and civil unrest grips a city, firefighters find themselves responding to some of the most dangerous calls of their careers.
Louisiana’s Act 554: A Landmark Win for Firefighter Cancer Screenings
Over the past decade, an emerging body of scientific evidence has shown that the hazards of firefighting go well beyond immediate physical injuries. Due to
An Overview of Trump’s 2025 Wildfire Executive Order
The devastating Los Angeles wildfires of January 2025 killed at least 31 people and destroyed almost 17,000 structures. It may turn out to be among
Texas Wildfires in 2025: Legislative Action & Real Change
A Wake-Up Call The devastating 2024 Smokehouse Creek Fire served as a stark reminder of Texas’s vulnerability to catastrophic wildfires. It was the largest blaze
Harvard, IL Fire Referendum Passes: A Big Win for Suburban Departments in McHenry County
On April 1, 2025, Harvard, Illinois voters delivered a decisive victory for their local fire protection district, approving a crucial referendum that will provide an
Texas SB2: Expanding Flood Emergency Sirens in Flash Flood Alley
On the July 4th weekend, 2025, catastrophic flash floods swept through the Texas Hill Country, claiming at least 137 lives and leaving several people still
Florida’s H.B. 929 Signed Into Law: Enhancing Firefighter Health and Safety
On June 5, 2025, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 929 into law. This landmark legislation represents the most significant advancement in firefighter health and
Pennsylvania Fire & EMS Departments Could Gain Critical Funding Through New Tax Authority Bill
Pennsylvania’s new budget cycle just started with positive news for the State’s first responders: thanks to Tax Act 54, boroughs and townships will finally be
Marshfield, WI Approves Public Safety Referendum: What It Means for Firefighters & EMS
In April 2025, voters in Marshfield, WI showed their support for local first responders in a significant way. Through a referendum, they passed an initiative
Spring 2025 Fire Referendums: How Wisconsin & Illinois Communities Voted on Public Safety
During the Spring 2025 electoral season, emergency services funding emerged as a critical issue for municipalities nationwide. Communities, ranging from small rural areas to expanding
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