Watch IAFC President and Bozeman Montana Fire Chief Josh Waldo’s statement on a current wildfire situation in Southern California.
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FRI 2027 is seeking presenters to share practical knowledge, fresh perspectives and solutions for today’s fire and emergency service challenges. read more
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Quotes and reflections, shared by first responders, preserve the personal truths of that day, ensuring we never forget the sacrifices made and the lessons learned. read more
Fire and emergency service agencies are navigating a fundamentally different apparatus market. Longer manufacturing timelines, rising and less predictable costs, supply-chain constraints, workforce challenges, and increased demand have made traditional purchasing and replacement practices increasingly difficult to sustain. The Emergency ...
Overview of the 'RSG - Youth Engagement' Document The Building More Resilient Communities Through Youth Engagement publication outlines strategies for engaging youth in wildfire safety education and community resilience efforts using the Ready, Set, Go! (RSG) framework. The main goals are to ...
The Special Events Planning Toolkit was developed to make event planning more practical for fire service leaders. Large events can create many of the same planning problems regardless of venue or jurisdiction. Those problems usually involve fire and life safety, ...
The Be Smoke Ready provides guidance on preparing for and responding to wildfire smoke to protect health and safety. It emphasizes the importance of smoke readiness, as wildfire smoke can travel long distances and impact air quality for extended periods. ...
The IAFC hosted a Fire Department Exchange that brought together fire service professionals from the United States, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and Portugal. This diverse group of leaders engaged in dynamic, solution-focused discussions centered on the most ...