Youth firesetting is an ongoing problem throughout the United States and around the world. Fire misuse behaviors in children may be attributed to curiosity or experimentation. Children observe adults using matches/lighters but may not be taught about important fire safety practices. They may also observe unsafe uses of fire in media, videos, and gaming. The

Huntington, WV, was at the forefront of the opioid epidemic that has swept across the country. As a result of this lingering epidemic, the job of first responders has changed drastically, placing more stress than ever on those that serve our communities. This presentation by Huntington Fire Chief Jan Rader will provide an overview of

Join NVFC deputy CEO Dr. Candice McDonald, Recruitment & Retention Committee chair Joel Cerny, and a special guest for an interactive 30-minute conversation on family engagement taking place Saturday, May 21, at 12pm ET. Register.

Observed each May, National Mental Health Awareness Month is designed to shed light on the psychological challenges faced by many people around the country. Mental health awareness has become an ongoing global effort and extends to the lives of firefighters and their families as well. It’s rare that a difficult call leaves a first responder