Programs will be held from February through November in Albany, Broome, Cayuga, Clinton, Cortland, Erie, Fulton, Monroe, Oneida, Otsego, Rockland, Schoharie, Steuben, Suffolk, and Ulster Counties.

The program, which includes lectures and hands-on training on topics such as "Firefighter PPE Water Survival," will be held February 24-25 in Freeport, NY (Nassau County). Hosted by the Lawrence Cedarhurst Fire Department.

The New York State Fire Service Alliance seeks legislation for ambulance service cost recovery.

NYSAFC issued a statement following two home fires that occurred within a span of two days in the month of December, killing eight New Yorkers.

"The Survivors" – a compelling podcast series from the NFPA Fire Sprinkler Initiative – follows the story of a family that suffered the devastating loss of two children in a home fire. It presents the story of fire that the statistics don't show.

Robert Fitch of the East Herkimer Volunteer Fire Department died on November 28.

David Jahnes of the Nyack Fire Department died on December 18.

Massive fire destroyed three residential buildings and damaged 28 others in the city of Cohoes.

Russell Brooks sought compensatory benefits from the city due to a medical condition he says is the result of his response to ground zero following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in New York City.

Watertown firefighters union lost a court fight in its long battle with the city, but is planning to appeal.

12 firefighters whose salaries and benefits had been covered by a FEMA grant that expires next year are expected to be laid off.

Report highlights data on injuries sustained by firefighters on duty in 2016. 62,085 estimated firefighter injuries mark the lowest rate since NFPA began analyzing this data in 1981.

The deadliest nightclub fire in U.S. history still influences safety codes and burn care.

Guide for developing an EMS safety program and IAFC community paramedicine guide are now available.

The partnership will develop new and innovative risk management programs and safety initiatives for the benefit of New York’s fire service community.

A review of training requirements for building safety inspectors and code enforcement officers.

Home fires occur more in winter than in any other season. Resources on heating and winter storm safety, as well as proper Christmas tree disposal are available from the USFA and NFPA through the "Put a Freeze on Winter Fires" public awareness campaign.