🔥The National #Firefighter Registry for Cancer was signed into law #OnThisDay in 2018.

The registry collects data on cancer in fire fighters to help scientists study the link between the two, which could lead to better prevention and safety protocols.

http://cdc.gov/niosh/firefighters/registry.html

🔥 #OnThisDay in 1973, 11 Kingman, Arizona volunteer #firefighters made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Today, IAFF Local 4191 proudly carries forward their legacy of service to the Kingman community.

📷@iaff_local_4191

🇺🇸 This Fourth of July marks 250 years of American independence – a promise carried by those willing to serve & sacrifice.

IAFF members bring those values to work every day, including today, answering the call in communities across the country.

Have a safe Fourth of July.

🔥At the recent #SouthFed Convention in Kentucky, IAFF members celebrated historic victories, reflected on setbacks, and charted the course forward for #firefighters across the South.

Learn more ⬇️

Emily Barker, Nick Hutcherson, and Sydney Watson – who made the ultimate sacrifice working the Knowles Fire – will be honored at a memorial service on Sunday at 11 am MDT.

The public is invited to attend in person or view the services live online.

☀️🔥 🥵 The forecast isn’t just hot – it’s dangerous.

Extreme heat is sweeping across North America ahead of the #July4th weekend, raising the risk of heat-related emergencies.

IAFF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Whu is sharing some tips that can help save lives.

🚒 Fire departments across North America are waiting years – not months – for new fire trucks while costs continue to soar.

Fire fighters are fighting back.

The IAFF is working to document the full impact of this crisis & hold manufacturers accountable.

Today is #NationalWildlandFirefighterDay.

This year, it falls just days after three #wildland fire fighters were killed in the line of duty.

We honor their sacrifice and all those who have given their lives in service.

➡️ http://iaff.org/wildfire