International Association of Fire Chiefs
Inside the Public Safety Communications Research division’s work – and innovative Prize Challenges – to advance uncrewed aircraft system use
We already know from past innovations how AI will really impact our work – driving us deeper into the grind
The IAFC Career Fire Chief of the Year details some of the innovative programs at the Colorado Springs Fire Department
The IAFC president shares how it can be difficult to release the reins, but seeing your members be successful is truly the greatest achievement
The Anne Arundel County fire chief underscores the importance of transparency and trust when stepping into a new leadership role
A review of statements and past efforts related to fire service funding, wildfire risks, responder pay and other critical topics
Live from the exhibit hall floor, educational sessions and networking events
Firefighter/EMT-turned-attorney Steve Wirth addressed the criminalization of medical errors in cases like the Elijah McClain trial
Follow what’s happening on the exhibit hall floor, during educational sessions and at networking events
The outgoing IAFC president reflects on his accomplishments, lessons learned and impactful moments from the past year
Setting clear expectations helps build the service attitude that all members must exhibit on the job
Colorado Springs Fire Chief Randy Royal and Cuba Fire Chief Christopher Vaughan were honored for their exemplary representations of leadership
How fire service leaders can learn from key principles advocated at The Citadel
Use innovative methods, modern technology to educate your community about fire safety
Chris Lombard was presented the Chief Harlin R. McEwen Public Safety Broadband Communications Award
Chief Marc Bashoor details what makes this year’s event unique
The initiative calls for the suspension of non-emergency activities to focus solely on safety and health training and discussion
What it means to talk about safety and survival in an inherently unsafe profession
FireRescue1 contributors and board members share their top back-to-basics training
Identifying drone needs, building training program, and deploying on the incident scene
Inside the intense rescue operation that earned Hilton Head Island (S.C.) Fire Rescue Truck 6 crewmembers the IAFC Ben Franklin Award of Valor
Chief Charles Flynn, immediate past chair of the IAFC’s Volunteer & Combination Officers Section, passed away surrounded by his family
Nominees for the Fire Chief of the Year Award and Ben Franklin Award of Valor can be submitted through May 17, 2024
The campaign emphasizes the importance of training by reinforcing proper strategies and tactics with a focus on the fundamentals
The U.S. fire administrator, FDNY chief fire marshal, IAFC president and FSRI executive director detailed lithium-ion battery dangers facing firefighters and the general public
Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell and other leaders will travel to Detroit, Chicago and Columbus, Ohio, to draw public attention to winter fire safety measures
Fire Chief John Butler said the verdict sets a dangerous precedent for firefighters and paramedics
