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Professional Fire Fighters of Chesapeake, Local 2449

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS

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The labor union for fire fighters and emergency medical workers in the United States and Canada.

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iaffofficial International Association of Fire Fighters @iaffofficial ·
14 Feb

πŸ“£ #IAFF leaders from CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, & VT – join us for the 3rd District Conference!

June 15-17, 2026
Mashantucket, CT

Connect with fellow leaders to:

🀝 Share what’s working in your Locals
πŸ”₯ Build practical strategies

Save the date, and stay tuned for more details.

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iaffofficial International Association of Fire Fighters @iaffofficial ·
14 Feb

πŸ’ͺβ€οΈπŸš’ Happy #ValentinesDay to #IAFF members who show up for one another every call, every shift.

When we stand together, there’s nothing our #union can’t achieve.

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iaffofficial International Association of Fire Fighters @iaffofficial ·
13 Feb

🩺πŸ”₯ Check out "Hot Topics for Modern #EMS Providers: Trends, Threats, and Tactics" at #StriveforExcellence on March 30, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. in Las Vegas.

The class covers EMS updates like NFPA 455, workload metrics, and more!

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iaffofficial International Association of Fire Fighters @iaffofficial ·
12 Feb

πŸ”₯πŸ’ͺ 9 ORGANIZING VICTORIES IN JANUARY!

The #IAFF has started 2026 strong by organizing 9 new Locals and departments.

Congrats to all new members for joining our great #union!

#OrganizeTheSouth #UnionStrong

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iaffofficial International Association of Fire Fighters @iaffofficial ·
12 Feb

πŸ›οΈπŸ”₯ Another win for IAFF members on Capitol Hill!

Congress's FY2026 funding bill protects the WTCHP for 9/11 first responders, boosts AFG & SAFER funding for fire departments nationwide, & addresses other key priorities impacting U.S. #firefighters.

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iaffofficial International Association of Fire Fighters @iaffofficial ·
11 Feb

πŸ”₯ At #StriveforExcellence, #IAFF members can earn Confined Space Rescue certification in just 5 days – blending classroom instruction with hands-on, real-world scenarios.

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iaffofficial International Association of Fire Fighters @iaffofficial ·
11 Feb

🚨 Apply Now: #IAFF Political & Advanced Communications Training Academies

Don’t miss your chance to join hands-on programs focused on political action and advanced strategic communications.

πŸ—“ Applications close Feb. 18.

Secure your spot today!

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iaffofficial International Association of Fire Fighters @iaffofficial ·
10 Feb

πŸ”₯#OnThisDay in 1863, Alanson Crane was granted a patent for the very first portable fire extinguisher.

This innovative tube design proved to be far more effective than earlier models, which were made of glass and filled with saltwater to prevent freezing during winter months.

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