ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Maryland — The quote “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” coined by Benjamin Franklin, exemplifies a foundational principal represented during National Fire ...

During Fire Prevention Week, we call on every household and community to prioritize fire prevention by taking steps that reduce risks and strengthen safety. Americans honor the steadfast courage and ...

Occupational cancer is now the leading cause of death among fire fighters – surpassing heart disease. The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and the Firefighter Cancer Support Network ...

The primary responsibility of any fire prevention official is to enforce the fire codes adopted by their respective jurisdiction. The common highest goal in any fire prevention effort is providing ...

Crews taught the kids how to make sure the smoke alarms in their homes are working, how to call 911 in case of an emergency, and where to go if a fire does break out. "They get to see how the smoke ...

Thousands of fires occur in American homes and businesses each year. Since individuals developed more efficient safety measures, the fatality rate from fires declined. Companies want to eliminate ...

Washington, DC – The IAFF has announced it is taking important steps in the prevention of suicide in the fire service. The IAFF is training members to recognize warning signs, ask direct questions and ...

FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. — When roommates Zamario Cooper and Andrew Vasquez encountered a fire in the kitchen of their home Dec. 4 in St. Robert, a little training they recently received at work went a ...

The Escondido fire department hosted free fire disaster awareness training for local families.