In the fire and emergency services, hard work is more than a job requirement—it’s a way of life. The profession demands physical strength, mental acuity, emotional resilience, and integrity. However, ...

Congratulations, you have just been hired by a fire department and you’re now set for life, right? Wrong! Sorry to burst your bubble, but there are only a few things in life that are guaranteed, one ...

HENRY COUNTY, Ga. — At 53 years old, she put on the gear for the first time; it wasn’t just about fighting fires—it was about proving something to herself. Lillie Sims, now the oldest firefighter ...

In the last year, the City of Napa Fire Department has hired and trained 10 new reserve firefighters, all of whom hope to become full-fledged, full-time firefighters one day. The new reservists, who ...