Keeping Fire and EMS Operations Running During Technology Disruptions Fire and EMS departments rely on digital systems for dispatch, emergency communications, incident management, patient care documentation, and daily operations. But what happens when those systems fail? The International Association of Fire Chiefs ... read more

Major events often require on-site medical capability to treat minor illness and injury, stabilize higher-acuity patients, reduce unnecessary ambulance transport, and preserve EMS system capacity. A medical aid station should not be treated as a tent with supplies. Its mission, staffing, treatment capability, ... read more

Major events can fail when roles are unclear, key people are missing, or communications systems do not work together. This checklist helps agencies build a clear command structure, improve information sharing, and confirm communications are ready before operations begin. read more