On September 11, 2001, 2,977 people were killed in a terrorist attack, 343 of them were firefighters. Countless survivors suffer illnesses from the attack ranging from physical and emotional trauma to cancers and so much more. In honor, appreciation, and remembrance of the sacrifices made on … [Read more...] about First Responder’s Day 09.11.23
At the NCSFA’s 136th Annual Meeting and Annual Banquet the Board of Directors and membership honored several special award recipients. Chief Leon Apple from Whitest Fire Department was the recipients of one of the five issued Valor Awards of the evening. Chief Apple's actions during a rescue on … [Read more...] about 2023 NCSFA Firefighter of the Year and Valor Award Recipients
Earlier this month, the NVFC sent out an action alert asking you to contact your Senators and Representative requesting that they properly fund and reauthorize Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant programs. This action alert is a … [Read more...] about Reminder to Ask Congress to Fully Fund the AFG and SAFER Grants
Maintaining Our Legacy Through New Leadership Tim Bradley, EFO, CFO, FIFireE The loss of Chief Bobby Halton in December, who was the editor-in-chief of “Fire Engineering” magazine and the educational director for the Fire Department Instructors Conference, left those of us who knew him and knew … [Read more...] about Maintaining Our Legacy Through New Leadership
Dear Rail Safety Partner: The reality remains that every 3 hours in the United States (U.S.), a person or vehicle is struck by a train. We recognize your role as first responders, educators, and safety and government organizations in helping to reduce the number of deaths and injuries that occur … [Read more...] about Operation Clear Track Letter from Amtrak/OLI
Relief Fund Reporting and Financial Statement Submission Period Is Open This notice serves as a reminder that the annual North Carolina State Firefighters’ Association relief fund reporting period opened on July 1, 2023 and closes at mid-night on October 31, 2023. The Treasurer’s reporting … [Read more...] about Relief Fund Reporting and Financial Statement Submission Period Is Open
The 2023/2024 Legislative Season ***Please Contact Your Legislator Regarding HB 488 Veto Overide*** During this years session, the NCSFA and the NC Fire Marshals Association, along with other groups, opposed HB 488, Code Council Reorganization and Various Code … [Read more...] about 2023/2024 Legislative Season – Contact Your Legislator Regarding HB 488 Veto Overide
Recruitment and retention are vital elements for the success of any volunteer fire or emergency medical services (EMS) department. Volunteer departments play a critical role in safeguarding communities, but without enough dedicated volunteers, these departments struggle to fulfill their … [Read more...] about USFA Releases New Manual on Retention and Recruitment
