Pepco on the Walk of Honor®: Honoring a Public Safety Partnership in Action
On Monday, November 14, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation was humbled to unveil Section 52 — the latest addition to the Walk of Honor®. This new span on the walkway was made possible by the Pepco Holdings, Inc. (PHI) Emergency Services Partnership Program.
Remembering New York City’s 23rd Street Fire
Twelve FDNY firefighters died as a result of the 23rd Street fire on October 17, 1966.
Best wishes to Laura Kavanagh from the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
We send our congratulations to Laura Kavanagh on her appointment as commissioner of the New York City Fire Department (FDNY).
Hanover County Vehicle Accident (VA)
This discussion features Battalion Chief Lynwood Buchanan, of the Hanover County Fire and EMS Department (VA), who recalls a vehicle accident that resulted in the line-of-duty death of Lieutenant Bradford T. Clark on October 11, 2018. Also joining the discussion, is Brad’s father, retired Henrico County Battalion Chief Bob Clark, who shares both the family and fire service perspective.
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Chief Ron Siarnicki Named Fire Sprinkler Advocate of the Year
AFSA’s Fire Sprinkler Advocate of the Year award honors individuals not directly involved in the fire sprinkler industry whose efforts have significantly advanced the fire protection industry and automatic fire sprinklers. Nominees are recommended by AFSA’s Legislative Committee and approved by the Board of Directors.
Watch the Replay – U.S. Fire Administrator’s Summit on Fire Prevention and Control: State of Science
On October 11, USFA, in partnership with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, hosted the U.S. Fire Administrator’s Summit on Fire Prevention and Control: State of Science. This video is for anyone who wants a better understanding of the challenges and recommended solutions to the critical fire problem in America.
NFFF Earns 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for the 7th Year; Once Again Receives GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation is honored to announce that we have once again earned a 4-Star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. We are equally excited to share that we’ve earned the GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency—their highest level of recognition—for the second year in a row.
Watch Highlights from the 2022 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend
America’s fallen fire heroes, who died in the line of duty, were honored at the 41st Annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend on October 8-9, 2022. The names of 148 firefighters became a permanent part of the National Memorial in honor of their sacrifices.
148 Fallen Firefighters to be Honored at NASCAR Xfinity Series Race this Weekend
As Fire Hero Families gather in Emmitsburg for the 41st Annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, Whelen Engineering and Richard Childress Racing (RCR) have teamed up with National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) to honor these fallen fire heroes at the NASCAR Xfinity Series race on October 8, 2022, at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
Congressional Flag Ceremony Honors 148 Fallen Firefighters
On Thursday, September 29, leaders of the Congressional Fire Services Caucus presented 148 American flags flown over the U.S. Capitol to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
Benton Harbor, MI: The Yore Opera House Fire
The twelve Michigan firefighters died as a result of the Yore Opera House fire on September 6, 1896.
Lexington Vehicle Accident (SC)
This discussion features Fire Chief Mark Davis, of the Lexington County Fire Service (SC), who recalls a vehicle accident that resulted in the line-of-duty death of Firefighter Paul Edwin Quattlebaum Jr. on October 4, 2019.
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