I was 32 years old when I became a career firefighter. My only regret about going into the fire service is that I did not start it sooner in my life. I love being a firefighter, and want to share my ...

The informality of a combination fire department and the more frequent interaction with leadership that results from that might appeal more to some firefighters who considering a move than to others.

James Richey reminds current and future fire chiefs that the time might come when they will be obligated to share warnings of staff, training and equipment shortfalls, which will put those chiefs' job ...

Des Moines metro fire departments are facing a shrinking pool of applicants, leading to new recruitment strategies. In-house fire academies and internship programs aim to widen the candidate pool by ...

There is a new addition to the Myrtle Beach fire crew.

In order to become a New York City firefighter, you’re required to first take a civil service exam. But you may be waiting a while. The application to join the FDNY is typically open every four to ...