EMS News

FEMA Announces FY 2021 Fire Prevention & Safety Grant Application Period: January 18 – February 18

January 11, 2022

IAFC members are encouraged to start reviewing the application materials on the FEMA FP&S website. read more

FEMA Releases Audit-Related Guidance for Entities Receiving COVID-19 Public Assistance Funds

April 8, 2021

Fire and EMS chiefs are encouraged to review this document to help them maximize their cost recovery through the FEMA Public Assistance program while meeting all the reporting requirements. read more
Ebola Resources Continue to Be Relevant

April 5, 2021

The IAFC encourages fire chiefs to review its recommendations for potential responses to Ebola patients read more
Help Vaccinate America

April 2, 2021

Register for an opportunity to help distribute the COVID-19 vaccine to communities. read more
Medicare Holds Claims Pending Congressional Action

April 1, 2021

Medicare announced it will hold claims until Congress delays pending rate cuts read more
CDC Releases New Guidelines for Vaccinated Individuals

March 10, 2021

The CDC has released new guidelines for individuals who have received their COVID-19 vaccinations. Everyone is encouraged to review these guidelines and do their part to help control the spread of COVID-19. read more
FEMA Releases 4 Emergency Medical Services Resource Typing Documents

March 10, 2021

Resource typing is a key component of NIMS and enables organizations from across the country to work together during incidents of all types and sizes. read more
Your Role in Improving EMS Flight Safety

February 2021

After your call, the operator should assess the risks—such as weather, flight conditions, and which pilot is on duty—to determine if it’s safe to accept the flight. read more
NHTSA Encourages First Responders to Review its Guidelines for Incidents Involving Electric of Hybrid Vehicles Following NTSB Study on Risks Posed by These Vehicles

February 22, 2021

Guidance for responders when responding to incidents including electric vehicles. read more
HHS Announces ASPR TRACIE Website to Provide Information for Healthcare Practitioners

February 17, 2021

Fire and EMS chiefs are encouraged to review this website and bookmark it as appropriate. read more
USFA & IAFC Co-Host Webinar on Public COVID-19 Vaccination Campaigns

February 12, 2021

On February 11, 2021, the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) and the IAFC hosted a webinar on fire department participation in public COVID-19 vaccination campaigns read more