Volunteer Fire Service
Volunteer firefighters provide fire suppression, rescue and emergency medical services in communities of all sizes. Volunteer firefighters, motivated to help others and serve their community, balance training and service with jobs and family obligations. Learn more about latest volunteer fire service news, access FireRescue1 training resources and explore funding and recruitment resources for volunteer fire departments.
The longtime volunteer, safety and health advocate underscores the power of showing your members you care
A New London volunteer firefighter died after being involved in a crash while responding to an earlier MVC
Volunteer fire captain and steelworker Jeff Denard’s story was told in part of President Trump’s speech on tariffs and American jobs
A Pinedale volunteer firefighter suffered major head trauma during a grass fire
With sleep deprivation being directly linked to poor decision-making, physical ability and communication, firefighters must be well-rested on and off the job
Whether new or used, apparatus costs are skyrocketing, and departments need to develop a plan
Most of these skill-building exercises can be used year-round and with minimal cost and equipment
Four common retention pitfalls, plus simple solutions for improving department culture and keeping firefighters happy
Developing a firefighter recruitment plan starts with getting real about why people aren’t joining the fire department
Town of Ulster officials are allowing a property tax reduction to first responders who live in a district other than the one they serve
Barneveld volunteer firefighters were on the roof trying to remove snow minutes before the collapse
The issue of age isn’t a simple problem to solve, particularly in the volunteer fire service that’s struggling for members
Four key steps for minimizing incident command challenges
Hempfield Fire Chief John Kottmyer said the firefighters have been suspended during the investigation and the department is working to reinstill public confidence
A positive experience with a firefighter is sometimes all it takes to motivate someone to consider a new vocation
While not always obvious, our commanders-in-chief and firefighting have intersected throughout history
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said there have been 1,000 rescues across the state since the storms began on Feb. 15
Grant County firefighters CW and Emily Forrest understand what it is like to be the spouse of a first responder
Port Edwards’ first responders-only program has increased membership by focusing on those who do not want firefighter training
The Big Elm Volunteer Fire Company firefighter suffered a medical emergency and was found by others at the fire station
Factors include growing tax bases that allow for full-time positions and more intense training requirements
Despite rising call volumes and training requirements, more volunteers can be recruited and retained with effort and forethought
82% of U.S. fire departments are all or mostly volunteer and, often, their funding depends on people stepping up to help
Grant funds are the lifeline of the volunteer fire service so we must set ourselves up for success in the application process
Most live-in volunteers at Berkeley Hills, Edgewood , Monroeville and Penn Hills stay for an average of three to five years
East End Firefighter Eric Frantz worked with fire chiefs to create a new source of future first responders
While firefighters love visitors, consider these guidelines when planning your trip
The Jack Daniel’s Distillery fire brigade was created after a blaze tore through the distillery in 1930
