For too long, suicide in the fire service lived in the shadows. Today, the IAFF is confronting that reality by training members to recognize warning signs, ask direct questions, and step in before a crisis becomes a tragedy. Across North America, Locals are adopting suicide prevention programs built for the fire service. In Washington, D.C.,...Read More
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department launched an internal review after a viral TikTok alleged a 911 dispatcher acted unprofessionally. Police concluded that the 2021 call in question was handled with ”courteous and professional communication,” and released the audio for transparency. The Bakersfield Police Department said on Monday, February 16th, 2026, we became...Read More
EASTON, Pa. – A major three-alarm fire at the Hampton Hotel in downtown Easton left six people injured Friday, including a firefighter who fell 20 feet while attempting a narrow escape from the third floor. Firefighters were called to the Hampton Hotel in the 400 block of Northampton Street just before 11:30 Friday morning. The fire...Read More
