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Calif. battery storage project sparks opposition; fire chief assures ‘highest level of scrutiny’

Novato Chief Bill Tyler said officials will work to ensure the facility has ample notification and warning systems to quickly stop potential fires from spreading

Central Florida Tourism Oversight District vows to work with FFs on contract

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The DeSantis appointees also said they would help award death benefits to Lesly Dorminy, the widow of longtime Reedy Creek firefighter Lt. James Dorminy

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Fla. governor signs law stripping Disney World of Reedy Creek control

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Ron DeSantis signed the bill in a Reedy Creek fire station bay; local firefighters and EMS providers backed him and presented him with a ceremonial ax

The chief doesn't care to be a chief!

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Ego issues aside, a chief in title only is a huge liability for the fire department

DeSantis’ bill changing Disney’s special district keeps tax benefits intact

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The legislation has first responders' support, the Reedy Creek firefighters' union says

Ground Zero firefighter to attend State of the Union address

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Former Firefighter Michael Weinstock, who suffers from a neurological condition, hopes to raise awareness of the healthcare needs of 9/11 emergency responders

Senators ask Biden administration to examine housing challenges for wildland firefighters

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The bipartisan group is asking for information about federal housing in the hopes of bolstering the ranks

Chief Tim Sendelbach: ‘This profession can’t afford the status quo’

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The Loveland, Colo., chief shares lessons from his time in media and urges leaders to maintain forward progress for their organizations

After 2022 wildfires, N.M. governor proposes elite firefighter corp

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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham also aims to create a $75 million fund to address the causes of water scarcity and climate change

Calif. congressman reintroduces Fire Victim Trust income tax bill

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"Fire survivors ... should not be taxed on the settlements from the PG&E Fire Victims Trust," Rep. Mike Thompson said

U.S. fire administrator honors fire victims, discusses strategy to address fire threats

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"Fire remains a serious threat to public safety — and America is still burning," said Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell on a three-city tour

Reedy Creek firefighters back plan for state control of Disney district

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The district is slated for dissolution on June 1 under a Florida law DeSantis signed last year

'Fifth bugle work': A promotion unlike any other in the fire service

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In a world of gradation and perpetual change, fire chiefs must constantly adapt and accept new roles

Lack of funding: How ballot measures can fill in the gaps for local fire departments

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Ballot measures give communities the opportunity to provide additional funding fire departments need for staffing, equipment and other areas

Wash. city council passes $1.2B budget with funds for dozens of new fire, police positions

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Spokane FD overtime allowances were doubled in the budget, although the city hopes the new positions will reduce the need for unbudgeted OT

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