International Association of Fire Chiefs

Inspiring Valor: Chief David Hawks speaks to harrowing wildfire incident response

The Butte County fire chief describes the Camp Fire response that ultimately earned him the IAFC’s Ben Franklin Award for Valor

Photos: IAFC leaders present historical memorabilia to DC, Fairfax fire museums

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The items of significance will be displayed at the fire and EMS museums during the IAFC’s 150th anniversary year

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IAFC president testifies at congressional hearing to support fire grants

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Black requested that the AFG and SAFER programs be authorized through FY 2030 and that the USFA be authorized through FY 2030 with an increased authorization of $95M per year

America Burning’s key principles: ‘As relevant today as they were 50 years ago’

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A message from the IAFC president, calling for a renewed commitment to these principles in our efforts to prevent and respond to fires

IAFC Ben Franklin Award for Valor nomination period now open

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The award honors a firefighter (or firefighters) for their expert training, professional service and dedication to duty displayed in saving human life

Fire Chief of the Year Award nomination period now open

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The IAFC award recognizes one volunteer and one career fire chief for their leadership, innovation, professional development, integrity, public service and contributions to the fire service

NVFC announces Safety Stand Down 2023 will focus on lithium-ion battery fires

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Taking place June 18-24, the weeklong event encourages firefighters to focus training on the theme "Lithium-ion batteries: Are you ready?"

IAFC launches resource page for lithium-ion battery responses

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Members of the association’s Safety and Health Section and Fire and Life Safety Section are now working on a lithium-ion toolkit for fire departments

IAFC curates Hurricane Ian resources for first responders

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A list of relevant and authoritative situational awareness resources for use by fire and EMS leaders

Va. fire chief recognized for ‘unique commitment’ to safety

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Newport News Fire Chief Jeff Johnson received the Alan Brunacini Fire Service Executive Safety Award

Chief Donna Black sworn in as IAFC president

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Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell also delivered the oath to 1st Vice President Chief John Butler, 2nd Vice President Chief Josh Waldo and Treasurer Chief Steven Locke

FRI 2022: Top tweets from the big show

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FOMO got you down? Follow along with tweets of the general sessions, exhibit hall floor, award winners and educational sessions

FRI 2022 Quick Take: Worried about retention? Invest in the fire family

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Clinical psychologist Rachelle Zemlok, a firefighter spouse, emphasizes the role fire families play in the career decisions of firefighters

IAFC announces 2022 Ben Franklin Award for Valor winners

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Three members from Colerain Township, Ohio, were nominated for their "incredible bravery and perseverance" during a swiftwater rescue

IAFC Fire Chiefs of the Year honored at Fire-Rescue International

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Chiefs Gary Ludwig and Marshall Turbeville were selected for their contributions in the areas of leadership, innovation, professional development, integrity and public service

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