Dive into a compelling discussion with Kevin Sofen and Chris Anthony as Chris shares insights from his transformative career in fire management and technology. This episode of Wildfire Chronicles covers his shift from traditional forestry roles to pioneering efforts in fire service innovation. Listen to gain a unique perspective on integrating technology with firefighting and […]
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In this engaging Tech Talk Tuesday session, the hosts discuss practical approaches to purchasing and implementing technology for fire departments. They emphasize the importance of conducting a thorough needs assessment rather than simply acquiring the latest gadgets. The conversation includes introductions of the guests, each sharing their backgrounds and expertise, setting the stage for a
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While no deaths or injuries have been reported, fire officials are working to verify the safety of at least 14 people.
Firefighters, Hotshots Continue Efforts to Control Washington Wildfires Read More »
Socially vulnerable groups are significantly over-represented in high wildfire-risk areas across the United States and should be prioritized for targeted mitigation measures, research has found. A study in the International Journal of Wildland Fire identified census tracts across the US where high wildfire risk and high social vulnerability intersect – and found that American Indian/Alaska Native
Everyone deserves access to cleaner indoor air during wildfire smoke events. But when there are smoky conditions from wildfires, commercial air cleaners can be difficult to obtain because of limited availability or high cost. EPA and other health, environmental, and nonprofit organizations are providing instructions and materials for making Do-It-Yourself (DIY) air cleaners as a solution to reducing
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It’s time to treat mental fitness as a trainable, job‑critical skill so firefighters are prepared for the psychological demands of the job. A beautiful thing about the fire service is that there are many mentors and role models that we meet along the way.
Why Mental Fitness Training is the Next Evolution of the Fire Service – Or Needs to Be Read More »
Please join us in Lincoln, Nebraska for the 2026 Missouri Valley Division (MVD) of the International Association of Fire Chiefs’ (IAFC) annual conference. There will be exciting speakers, networking with colleagues, and you’ll hear from the Missouri Valley Division board about their efforts to support you. Every year the MVD of the IAFC comes together
Explore the ignition pathways and flame spread mechanisms in the built environment, examining vulnerabilities at both the individual structure and community levels to guide considerations for structure triage during Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) fire incidents.
Training: Structure Triage for Wildland Urban Interface Firefighting Read More »
March 5, 2026 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. This is an annual update on what is happening here in Washington, DC. The IAFC Government Relations and Policy department will discuss major issues being considered on Capitol Hill, including funding for the USFA, AFG, and SAFER programs.
How AI will reshape the future of fire‑EMS operations, dispatch and governance, according to the ChatGPT. Here’s a snapshot:
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