Volunteer Training Insights

Three firefighters in full turnout gear and air tanks advance a hose line toward a large training fire outdoors while flames rise into the air. A fire engine is parked behind them as water sprays across the scene. A red banner at the bottom reads, “Thanksgiving Safety: Simple Steps to Keep Your Holiday Fire-Free,” alongside a “Step Up” firefighter recruitment graphic.

Thanksgiving Safety: Simple Steps to Keep Your Holiday Fire-Free

Thanksgiving is one of the busiest days of the year for fire departments, with cooking fires leading the way. From kitchen and turkey fryer safety to heating and holiday travel precautions, simple steps can prevent emergencies. Learn how to keep your home, family, and community safe this Thanksgiving while supporting your local volunteer firefighters.

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Apr 214 min read

Two firefighters wearing helmets and air tanks stand beside the rear of a fire engine stocked with neatly stacked hoses. The truck displays high-visibility red and yellow chevron striping. A red banner across the bottom reads, “Fourth of July Safety: How to Celebrate Independence Day Without an Emergency Call,” alongside a “Step Up” firefighter recruitment graphic.

Fourth of July Safety: How to Celebrate Independence Day Without an Emergency Call

The Fourth of July is one of the busiest holidays of the year for fire departments — but most emergencies are preventable. From fireworks and grilling safety to heat illness and water awareness, simple precautions can protect your family, pets, and community. Learn how to celebrate Independence Day responsibly while supporting the volunteer firefighters who keep your neighborhood safe.

Megan Kalbach

Apr 144 min read

Firefighters in full turnout gear walk across a training ground toward a controlled vehicle fire. Several fire engines and emergency vehicles are lined up in the background, and flames rise from the car while water reflects on the pavement. A red banner at the bottom reads, “Holiday Safety: Protecting Your Home and Family During the Christmas Season,” alongside a “Step Up” firefighter recruitment graphic.

Holiday Safety: Protecting Your Home and Family During the Christmas Season

The Christmas season brings lights, decorations, cooking, and celebration — but it also increases the risk of home fires and winter emergencies. From Christmas tree and candle safety to heating and holiday travel precautions, simple steps can help protect your home and family. Learn how to celebrate safely while supporting the volunteer firefighters who serve your community.

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Mar 174 min read