Fire Prevention News

IAFC President Chief Donna Black on Lithium-Ion and Energy Storage Systems

December 2, 2022

Release of new resource page dedicated to lithium-ion batteries preparedness. read more

Get Ready for Fire Prevention Week

September 25, 2014

This year``s Fire Prevention Week campaign is "Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month." The campaign provides an ideal ... read more
Leading Your Community in Risk-Reduction Strategies

September 25, 2014

October is typically known for Fire Prevention Month and the increase of community education. This includes school visits, department open ... read more
Fire & Life Safety: Invest in Knowledge

November 20, 2014

An investment in knowledge pays the best interest. –Chief B. Franklin Have you heard this before? "We``re volunteer/combination. We``re just ... read more
Fire & Life Safety: Finding Solutions for Stovetop Cooking Fires

February 12, 2013

As fire chiefs, it``s important we share innovative solutions that reduce community risk. I believe the phrase Noblesse Oblige says ... read more
Fire & Life Safety: Implementing Property Security Programs during Economic Challenges

January 15, 2013

Fire prevention is also loss prevention, so during times of a slowing economy, the role of fire prevention in protecting ... read more
Total Cost of Fire Up 38% from 1980: NFPA Reports $328 Billion Impact of Fire

April 29, 2013

The National Fire Protection Association has released an updated report on the Total Cost of Fire in the United States... read more
Fire & Life Safety: Reduce the Impact of Fire One Smoke Detector at a Time

March 25, 2013

Is it possible to reduce the impact of fire on a community through leadership? Many would argue that responding faster, ... read more
Knowledge is Power: Cooktop Safety

October 4, 2013

Fires originating from cooking appliances account for the largest shares of home structure fires and associated fire injuries in North ... read more
Near-Miss Reporting: <BR>National Fire Prevention Week

September 14, 2012

National Fire Prevention Week is traditionally the time of year that fire/rescue departments hold open houses and other public-safety events. ... read more
Establishing an Effective Fire Investigation Unit

July 25, 2012

Most if not all fire agencies across the United States continue to encounter ongoing financial turbulence. During these challenges, difficult ... read more

IAFC News

Submit Your Nomination for the 2023 IAFC Ben Franklin Award for Valor

March 27, 2023

Presented annually at Fire-Rescue International (FRI) by the IAFC and Motorola Solutions, the award honors a firefighter(s) for their expert training, professional service and dedication to duty displayed in saving human life. read more
Full U.S. Senate to Consider Legislation to Protect the FIRE and SAFER Grant Programs!

March 20, 2023

Within the next few days, the U.S. Senate may be considering legislation to reauthorize funding for key grant programs. read more
Submit Your Nomination for the 2023 IAFC Fire Chief of the Year Award

March 20, 2023

The IAFC is now accepting nominations for the IAFC Fire Chief of the Year Award through June 9. Since 1996, this prestigious award has recognized one volunteer and one career fire chief. read more