San Rafael police Officer Mark Wilkinson closes his eyes against smoke from the Tubbs Fire in Santa Rosa, Calif. Credit: Paul Kuroda Want more? Subscribe to our newsletter to get our investigations ...

First of the critical building features is construction method. Building construction influences both fire behavior and structural stability under fire conditions. Combustible construction such as ...

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As anyone in the fire service can attest, spending enough time on the job brings incredibly diverse experiences. After nearly two decades, I had an eerie experience that older firefighters I learned ...

Professional development is a cornerstone of the fire service. It is a profession built on continuous learning, leadership development, and adaptation to evolving challenges. Yet for many dedicated ...