Trending Topics

Code 3 Podcast: A rookie’s guide to surviving the firehouse

Scott Orr interviews Mauro Porcelli about real-world tips for new firefighters

Surviving the Firehouse Podcast Image.png

If you’re a probie or you want to be, listen up. This show’s guest, Mauro Porcelli, has written a new book titled “Surviving the Firehouse.” It’s a guide to life as a firefighter for newbies, and it’s full of real-world tips and advice.

Porcelli retired from the Orlando (Florida) Fire Department with 25 years of fire service experience. He started his career with Marion County Fire/Rescue in 1988. At 23, he was the youngest, highest-ranking professional fire officer in Florida, holding the rank of district commander.

Read an excerpt from “Surviving the Firehouse.”

Code 3 is hosted by award-winning journalist Scott Orr, who has covered the fire/EMS/police beat for most of his 30-plus year career in news. He’s worked around the country in both TV and print. Orr was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease over a decade ago, but that doesn’t stop him from interviewing fire service leaders on issues that concern firefighters around the nation.