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USFA Latest News

Chiefs’ Corner: Hard Times

Feb 9: Deputy U.S. Fire Administrator Glenn Gaines offers suggestions for fire chiefs trying to provide essential fire and emergency medical services during difficult financial times.

Fire Administrator Attends WMD Incident Command Course

Feb 4: Following his challenge to fire service leaders across the nation to remain engaged in training and professional development, U.S. Fire Administrator Kelvin Cochran recently attended a Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) incident command course at the Center for Domestic Preparedness in Anniston, Alabama.

Hotel and Motel Fires

Feb 4: This new report examines the causes and characteristics of hotel and motel fires. Annually, these fires are responsible for 15 deaths, 150 civilian injuries, and $76 million in property loss.

2/2/10
Continuing Education Credits for On-Campus EMS Courses

1/28/10
New Reports: Residential Building Heating Fires and Portable Heater Fires

1/28/10
Student Recruitment: Hazardous Materials / Special Operations Program Management – Pilot Offering

1/20/10
National Fire Academy Completes Management Curriculum Overhaul

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