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Bill Carey

Associate Editor

Bill Carey is the associate editor for FireRescue1.com and EMS1.com. A former Maryland volunteer firefighter, sergeant, and lieutenant, Bill has written for several fire service publications and platforms. His work on firefighter behavioral health garnered a 2014 Neal Award nomination. His ongoing research and writings about line-of-duty death data is frequently cited in articles, presentations, and trainings. Have a news tip? He can be reached at news@lexipol.com.

LATEST ARTICLES
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Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI)
Ga. FDs win award for leadership in firefighter safety and health
The Roswell and Allentown departments will receive the Senator Paul S. Sarbanes Fire Service Safety Leadership Award at the 35th Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner
December 17, 2024 11:34 AM
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Labor and Union Issues
Union representing Chicago firefighters, medics issues no-confidence vote on leadership
Members of Local 2 issued the vote after going without a contract or raise since June 2021
December 16, 2024 12:02 PM
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NIOSH
Report: Cultural cleansing ceremony, disabled alarm system among several factors in death of N.Y. firefighter
Nearly a dozen contributing factors, including a lack of pre-incident planning and crew integrity, are listed in the report on the death of a Spring Valley firefighter in 2021
December 16, 2024 11:21 AM
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Social Media
Access to social media does not make you a PIO
Think twice before posting about an LODD, as your rush to spread the word could cause harm
December 11, 2024 08:58 PM
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Firefighting History
Inside the Collyer Mansion: How extreme hoarding sparked a warning phrase for firefighters
The dangers associated with hoarding conditions are the same whether you call it “heavy clutter,” “Collyer Mansion conditions” or “hoarder house”
December 05, 2024 02:51 PM
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National First Responders Day
Station visits: 5 things to know before dropping by your local firehouse
While firefighters love visitors, consider these guidelines when planning your trip
October 28, 2024 10:56 AM
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Fire Department Management
Does your fire department have an S-2?
Lighten the duties of your officers and chiefs using skilled administrative members who want to help but not respond to calls
October 16, 2024 10:46 AM
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