Miller Furniture Company Fire Claims Two Denver Firefighters
On March 29, 1952, two Denver firefighters died in a collapse at the scene of the Miller Furniture Company fire.
First Responder Cancer Benefits Bill Introduced
H.R. 1719, the Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act (Honor Act), has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation will ensure first responders and their families receive federal benefits for occupational cancer. More specifically, the legislation will ensure firefighters, EMS personnel, and police who die or become disabled due to occupational cancer receive benefits under the Public Safety Officers’ Benefits (PSOB) program.
Executive Director Ron Siarnicki Discusses NFFF Programs at WGRZ Town Hall in Buffalo
Executive Director Ron Siarnicki appeared on Buffalo TV station WGRZ regarding the tragic line-of-duty death in Buffalo, NY on March 1. He emphasized the support and services NFFF can provide during this difficult time—to the family, to the department, and to the community, beginning with our Local Assistance State Team (LAST). Our deepest condolences to the family, department, and community of the fallen Buffalo firefighter.
Light Up Red for Fallen Firefighters
As dusk turns to dark during the first week of May, iconic buildings, landmarks, homes and fire departments across the country will glow in respect to the fallen and their families for Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters. This nationwide lighting, sponsored by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), leads up to the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend on May 6-7, 2023.
Join a Nationwide Tribute for Fallen Firefighters
You can be part of a national tradition to honor the memories of firefighters who died in the line of duty and show your support for their families. Join the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) in Bells Across America for Fallen Firefighters.
The Millard Hotel Fire: Remembering Local Fire Inspector and Six Omaha Firefighters
On February 8, 1933, six Omaha firefighters and an inspector died in two collapses at a four-alarm fire.
For Today’s Fire Departments: NFFF’s VAP Finds the Gap
The Vulnerability Assessment Program (VAP) is a FREE online risk assessment tool developed by the NFFF in coordination with the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), in support of the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives. The VAP is a hands-on component of NFFF’s mission to reduce preventable firefighter injury and death.
National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend: May 6-7, 2023
During the 2023 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, we will remember 79 firefighters who died in 2022 and 65 who died in previous years.
Seven-alarm Little Rock Fire: Remembering Firefighters Jerry Jacobs and Eric Oliver
On Saturday, January 15, 1972, two Little Rock firefighters died in a wall collapse during the warehouse blaze at 3rd and Main Streets.
Henry Donates $25K to NFFF
Mr. Anthony Imperato, CEO of Henry Repeating Arms, visited the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation today to make a $25,000 donation to the NFFF.
Kick-Start Your 2023 With the USFA Podcast
The U.S. Fire Administration is kick-starting 2023 with a new season of the USFA Podcast. The first episode features U.S. Fire Administrator, Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, as she looks back on 2022 and shares her insights on what the USFA has in store for 2023.
Chief Ron Siarnicki Receives FDSOA Chairman’s Award
The Fire Department Safety Officers Association presented Chief Siarnicki with the Chairman’s Award at the 2023 Annual Health and Safety Conference in St. Pete Beach, Florida.
