🔥 #OnThisDay in 1871, the #GreatChicagoFire raged for three days, destroying 17,000+ buildings and claiming 300 lives.

Its devastation led to new safety laws – and inspired the creation of #FirePreventionWeek, the longest-running public health observance in the U.S.

🙌🔥 NEW MEMBERS IN NORTH CAROLINA!

Congrats to the 26 new recruits who joined IAFF #Charlotte Firefighters in North Carolina.

Welcome, brothers and sisters, to our great union!

#UnionStrong #OrganizeTheSouth

Being in a #union means you never have to fight alone for your health, safety, and the protections you deserve.

Together, we’re #UnionStrong. 🤝

🔥 It’s #FirePreventionWeek.

Lithium-ion batteries power everything from cell phones to e-bikes. But when damaged, improperly used, or incorrectly charged, they can cause dangerous fires.

👇 Find tips to help your community charge safely in the comments.

🧠 Could float rest help #firefighters w/ PTSD?

Sign up for a free webinar to find out more:

"Float Rest for Nervous System Regulation: Exploring a Non-Medication Approach to PTSD for Fire Fighters"
📅 10/7
⏰ 12–1:30 p.m. ET
💰 Free
🖥️ Zoom

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🏛️🔥 The Senate has confirmed Keith Sonderling as the next U.S. Secretary of Labor.

“We look forward to working with Secretary Sonderling to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of our members,” said @IAFFPresident.

Learn more ⬇️

Enter the IAFF Pink T-Shirt Contest!

🏆 The winning Local will receive one FREE registration to the 2027 Strive for Excellence Summit in Las Vegas.

Entries open today and close Oct. 30 at 4 p.m. ET. ➡️

Voting runs Nov. 2-13.

🎗️ For #firefighters, breast cancer is an occupational risk. One study* found a 46% increase among female fire fighters compared to the general population.

For #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, show us how your Local is going pink. 👕

Enter the Best Pink T-Shirt Contest! Details ⬇️