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September 9, 2021
Chief Mike Metro of Los Angeles County Fire Department (retired) reflects on September 11th.
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October 18, 2017
Recent wildfires in Sonoma and Napa killed several people, destroyed more than 3,500 homes, forced the evacuation of about 100,000 people and impacted numerous wineries. GIS technology can provide first responders with tools to help manage wildfires.
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August 3, 2017
A collection of digital tools aimed at improving the efficiency of the everyday leader in fire/EMS.
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July 25, 2017
The IAFC believes FirstNet will enhance emergency response operations throughout the fire and emergency service for years to come.
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July 17, 2017
The key to a successful and sustainable drone program is to have a supporting infrastructure in place before that first flight.
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July 11, 2017
IAFC leaders join Virginia governor during letter-signing event declaring the commonwealth as the country's first "opt-in" FirstNet state.
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July 6, 2017
Beware of misinformation circulating about FirstNet.
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June 30, 2017
Finding an individual when they call 911 on their mobile phone from a building that’s on fire and full of smoke is critical to satisfying the intent of the FCC Order and meeting public expectations.
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June 20, 2017
Fire chiefs should talk to their elected officials about the importance of having a nationwide public safety interoperable broadband network.
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June 9, 2017
IAFC hazmat project specialist checks out new app.
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May 17, 2017
IAFC members should be contacting their FirstNet State Points of Contact (SPOC) to get up-to-date information about their specific state plans.
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January 2022
The basic steps and processes outlined in this article should be utilized by departments of all sizes, from small rural to large metropolitan departments.
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January 21, 2022
Eligible IAFC members are encouraged to review the grant announcement and Notice of Funding Opportunity to apply for these grants.
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January 20, 2022
CISA is urging senior leaders at every organization in the U.S. to become aware of critical cyber risks and take urgent, near-term steps to reduce the likelihood and impact of a cyberattack.
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