A Missouri firefighter, 27, died in the line of duty Friday after an apparatus crash. Butler County Fire District Shift Commander Jackson Warren was killed in a single-vehicle rollover crash that ...

The transition from firefighter to fire officer is both an honor and a trial by fire. One day, you’re riding backwards with your crew, and the next, you’re the one making decisions that can affect ...

A new scientific study is raising concerns for firefighters about what’s in their turnout gear, especially newer gear marketed as “PFAS-free.” Researchers analyzing 12 sets of used turnout gear from ...

Flip through just about any firefighter calendar and you’ll see shredded abs, bulging pecs, and bodies that look more like fitness models than working firefighters. Now, I’m not knocking the guys and ...

The acronym SLICE-RS represented a revolutionary advancement in firefighting tactics, not only in its effectiveness but also in the process of leveraging a data-driven, scientific approach. The ...

When it comes to the selection and hiring of our next generation of firefighters, physical fitness should never be left to chance. The fireground doesn’t care how you look in uniform or what you bench ...

Let’s face it, midnight munchies on shift are practically a rite of passage in the firehouse. Whether you just got back from a call, can’t sleep, or you’re still riding the caffeine wave from earlier, ...

I was honored to receive a promotion to the position of fire chief. Within 24 hours of the news breaking of my new opportunity, I received multiple phone calls. While most were filled with ...

The fire service is built on a foundation of bravery, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to the safety of our communities. Yet, beyond the flames and smoke, there is another battle that ...

Advancing to the position of company officer is one of the most gratifying promotions in the fire service. Whether moving up to lieutenant or captain, this transition from firefighter to company ...

Listen to the latest episode of Igniting the Shift Within for a wake-up call Host David Dachinger and guest Dr. Sara Jahnke examine the impact of shift work on firefighter health and performance. They ...

Fire marriages are simply not normal and can be very difficult and isolating. When the average couple reaches the alter, they say “I do” to one another. Their pledge is only to each other, and their ...