Vote for Fire Chief James Silvernail for IAFC Treasurer
Author: James Silvernail, Fire Chief Endorsed by the following IAFC Divisions: Missouri Valley Division, Eastern Division, Western Division, and EMS Section My fellow IAFC friends and colleagues, I humbly request your support and VOTE for Treasurer of the IAFC in 2025. As the immediate past president of the Missouri Valley Division of the IAFC, I […]
Firefighter Air Replenishment Systems (FARS) – Do They Belong in Model Codes
Author: Jeffrey Shapiro, P.E., FSFPE, Fire Protection Engineer, Lake Travis Fire Rescue The fire service has experienced many advances in technology and tactics impacting how we do business since I started my career in the 1970s. Some of these innovations, like widespread use of self-contained breathing apparatus, have become foundational. Others, like the use of […]
The Firefighter’s Tactical Advantage: Advanced Fluorine-Free Foam Announced at FDIC
Author: Mark Siem, Manager – Business Development/Chemist, Perimeter Solutions Firefighters from across the country are in Indianapolis this week for FDIC International, connecting with colleagues, exploring the latest firefighting advancements, and searching for new resources that could give them a tactical advantage in the field. Perimeter Solutions, a global leader in the development of innovative […]
Northwest Leadership Seminar: Empowering Leaders for Tomorrow
Author: Jeff Griffin, Executive Director of the Oregon Fire Chiefs Association This year’s theme, “The Great Leadership Challenge: Leading a Culture of Change,” will focus on building resilient and committed cultures, addressing inclusion and diversity through a neuroscience lens, and navigating trauma, emotional survival, and ethics in leadership. Attendees will gain critical insights from top […]
Helping Keep Public Safety Connected During Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires
Author: Scott Agnew, President – FirstNet, AT&T The Palisades and Eaton wildfires are some of the most destructive fires in California’s history and more fires continue to burn across the West. And it is in the face of disaster that we come together as a community. I was awed by the first responders on the […]
Western States Unite: A Collaborative Response to Southern California’s Wildfires
Author: Mark Niemeyer, President, Western Fire Chiefs Association As wildfires continue to devastate areas of Southern California, the urgent need for coordinated action has never been clearer. Our thoughts are with our colleagues and their communities facing a crisis very few of us will ever experience- while wildfire is a national problem, it is profoundly […]
Elevate Your Firefighting Arsenal: The Power of Foam
Authors: Norbe Puroll and Mark Siem, Perimeter Solutions Firefighting is a dynamic and demanding profession that requires constant adaptation to evolving fire threats. While water remains a fundamental tool, the strategic application of foam can significantly enhance firefighting capabilities. By understanding the differences in various foam technologies that are available, firefighters can optimize their response […]
Fire Retardant Evolves to Help Battle Longer, More Intense Wildfire Season
Author: Shannon Horn, Commercial Business Director, Perimeter Solutions Since the inception of aerial firefighting in the 1920s, the tools and techniques used to combat wildfires have evolved significantly. Major advancements in aircraft, equipment, and fire retardant technology have helped firefighters to better address the growing challenges posed by longer, more intense wildfire seasons. Today, PHOS-CHEK® […]