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Nov 18, 2025, 1:09:17 PMNov 18
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November 18, 2025

   
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

IAFC NEWS

 
 
 
The Future of Connectivity in Fire and Safety

Modern firefighting is increasingly defined by connectivity. From the fireground to the command post, robust communication links are becoming as crucial as the water supply on the first due engine. The ability for firefighters, ladder trucks, drones, and command centers to share information can spell the difference between a coordinated attack and a mayday.  

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It’s Not Too Late To Register for Technology Symposium International (TSI)

December 9 - 11, 2025 | Irving, TX

 

Attending TSI is one of my department's and my highest priorities. The value we have received from the discussions on tackling our struggles with data analytics is well worth the cost of attending. However, the value significantly exceeds that as it provides an opportunity to hear from others, learn from case studies, evaluate existing technology, and get a glimpse of what is ahead of us in the future. It has been such a great thing for my department that, for the past two years, we have brought along leadership from our County's IT team to better understand our challenges and evaluate potential solutions alongside us. Additionally, the networking opportunities it has provided with others across the nation (and beyond) that are trying to get the most out of what technology can offer to our communities makes this event second to none. — Jay Cullinan, EFO, CFO, FSEDI, NREMTP, Fire Chief, Spotsylvania Fire, Rescue & Emergency Management

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Stay Connected. Stay IAFC. Renew Today.

Leadership doesn’t stop when the calendar resets. Renew your IAFC membership and keep your seat at the table where fire and EMS leaders shape the future. If your membership has expired, we’d love to have you back in the IAFC community. Rejoining is simple. Just log in to the member portal at community.iafc.org to rejoin.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Is Technology Ruining Our Future Fire Department Leaders?

In a recent Substack article, writer and professor Brian Klass explores an idea that’s become a common focus of many parents and educators: how to ensure some level of learning and development amidst the pervasiveness...

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Fire Recruits, Mental Stress, and the Role of Instructors

Becoming a firefighter is one of the most physically and emotionally demanding career paths that an individual can take. Those entering the fire academy are not only preparing to start a career, they are also stepping...

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One Firefighter's Journey to Becoming a Behavioral Health Advocate

During this episode of We Can’t Believe They Gave Us a Show, hosts Nick Magoteaux and Jim Burneka welcome guest Frank Leto, the recently retired deputy director of the Counseling Service Unit (CSU) for FDNY...

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That Guy Really Knows How To Use A Nozzle

We seem to take it for granted that firefighters just naturally know how to operate nozzles effectively. Sure, everyone has used garden hoses since they were kids, maybe even to put out small bonfires. Contrary to what...

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