Fire Prevention News

Update: National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS)

May 5, 2025

NERIS began its FEMA Region rollout campaign to begin transitioning and onboarding departments into the new system read more

First Responders Depend on AM Radio

December 6, 2024

The critical role of AM radio, we urge legislators to support the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act read more
Ensuring Safety in the Age of Lithium-Ion Batteries

November 5, 2024

Resources to assist fire departments during Lithium-Ion and Energy Storage Systems response read more
Public Hearing on Thermal Fuse Reimbursement: A Critical Step Towards Fire Safety

November 4, 2024

CMC to hold public hearing November 8 regarding thermal fuses, a crucial safety device in fire prevention. read more
The IAFC calls upon the United States Senate to consider and pass legislation to help make e-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards fire-safe.

October 11, 2024

IAFC encourages members to contact their Senators and ask them to pass legislation requiring safety standards for lithium-ion batteries in micro mobility devices. read more
Chief Greg Rogers provides insight to NFPA Journal on the Single Exit Stair topic

September 4, 2024

Chief Greg Rogers provides insight to NFPA Journal on the Single Exit Stair topic read more
Fire Chief Ray Reynolds Honored for Excellence in Fire and Life Safety

August 15, 2024

Fire and Life Safety Section presented Fire Chief Ray Reynolds with the 2024 Excellence in Fire & Life Safety Award read more
Call For Presentations: 2025 Community Risk Reduction Leadership Conference

July 29, 2024

Submit your presentation idea as part of the 2025 Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Leadership Conference today read more
Come participate in the conversation about Fire Service Hazards and Building and Fire Code Prevention Measures related to Lithium-ion Batteries and Energy Storage Systems!

July 15, 2024

Join the IAFC and FLSS session on lithium-Ion Batteries during FRI. read more
Firefighter Families Visit Washington DC to Advocate for PSOB Benefits

July 8, 2024

Ask Congress to Pass the Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act (H.R. 1719/S. 930) read more
New Standards Development Activity on Battery Safety

May 24, 2024

NFPA is seeking comments regarding New Standards Development Activity on Battery Safety read more

IAFC News

DHS and FEMA Announce SAFER and FP&S Grant Application Period Starting May 23

May 20, 2025

The application period will open on May 23 at 9 AM (Eastern) and close on THURSDAY, July 3 at 5 PM (Eastern) read more
International Code Council invites building and fire officials to contribute valuable insights for developing resources

May 20, 2025

We kindly request your assistance in sharing the Hydrogen Permitting and Safety Survey read more
IAFC Establishes DHS/FEMA Reform Task Force

May 19, 2025

The IAFC's task force aims to ensure local fire and emergency departments' needs are met amidst reforms read more

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