NatlVolFireCouncil

The voice of the volunteer fire and emergency services.

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This Veterans Day, the NVFC honors all who have served our nation.

To all who have served and continue to serve, we thank you. Today and every day, we salute you.

#ThankYouVeterans #VolunteerFirefighter

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The NVFC is proud to receive a $155,000 grant from General Motors to help improve roadway safety for emergency responders and the public.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/bsHOf3IVLa

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Bring NVFC training to your department in 2027 — at no cost!
Planning your department’s training calendar or hosting a regional training event? The NVFC offers more than a dozen courses covering critical topics.
🔗 View courses and request training: https://t.co/UJAPkPDG9a

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The NVFC has announced important updates to its Volunteer Firefighter Support Fund, expanding assistance for eligible volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, and rescue workers whose homes have been damaged or destroyed by natural disasters or home fires.
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The NVFC was proud to join the U.S. Department of Transportation and fellow emergency response organizations in Washington, DC, last week for a special event recognizing Crash Responder Safety Week.

#CRSW #MoveOver #ResponderSafety

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Nominations are now open for the NVFC’s 2027 National Fire Service Achievement Awards! Submit your nominations by 5pm EST on January 15, 2027.

Learn more and nominate a deserving volunteer: https://t.co/dSTLKXZ9CG

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NVFC Champion member VFIS - Firefighter & EMS has a long history of helping the emergency service community protect their assets and manage their exposure to loss. This #thankfulthursday, we thank them for the services they provide!

Learn more 🔗 https://t.co/TSob4iTIYt

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We’re extremely saddened by the passing of NVFC 2nd vice chair Reid Vaughan. He made a lasting impact on the fire & emergency services in Alabama and across the nation, and he will be deeply missed. View more here: https://t.co/9WLY6E1sYh

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Enter NOW until November 30 for a chance to receive a personalized MSA Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet!

🔗 https://t.co/Ykbhzg5AoB
🚒 Must be an NVFC member & active U.S. volunteer firefighter

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It's Crash Responder Safety Week! The NVFC stands with the U.S. Department of Transportation in raising awareness about the importance of protecting traffic incident responders as they work to provide roadside assistance and keep our roads safe.

#CRSW2026 #SlowDownMoveOver

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🚑 Have a voice in the future of EMS!

The National EMS Advisory Council (NEMSAC) is hosting a virtual meeting on November 4 from 1–5pm ET, and the public is invited to attend!

🔗 Register now: https://t.co/osWEPyyBmt

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Join the NVFC on November 18 at 2pm ET for a free Roundtable Talk on developing the next generation of fire and EMS leaders.

🎙️ Presenters: John Alston, Jeff Cash, Denis Onieal, and moderator Ken Willette.

🔗 Register now: https://t.co/Q76RrSuY89

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Are training requirements creating unnecessary barriers for volunteer fire departments? 🚒

In this article, retired Chief Joe Maruca explores why training standards should prioritize essential skills while allowing flexibility to meet local needs.

https://t.co/vWCKkOIYJQ

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NVFC CEO Sarah Lee attended the Tesla First Responder Training Event at the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Academy! As technology evolves, opportunities like these help keep first responders prepared and safe. Thanks to Tesla and Fairfax County Fire and Rescue for hosting!

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On this #thankfulthursday we’re recognizing NVFC Advocate member Firecraft Safety Products. FireCraft manufactures structural, extrication, and work gloves and is a master distributor of Sensit gas detectors for the fire industry.

Learn more: https://t.co/f1kb7gaE0v

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Join the NVFC on November 3 at 2pm ET for a free Roundtable Talk featuring insurance industry experts who will discuss common fire service claims, injury trends, and practical ways departments can reduce risk.

🔗 Register now: https://t.co/LERwQqTpBr

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Firefighters are encouraged to complete a brief survey to help NIOSH better understand the human factors involved in firefighter line-of-duty deaths and serious injuries, including how people think, act, and make decisions.

Take the survey: https://t.co/9LArH4mfDb

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Join Dr. Candice McDonald and Chief Joel Cerny, along with special guests Douglas Cline and Chief Corey Smedley, for the next NVFC R&R Coffee Talk focused on recruitment and retention in combination departments.

☕ October 29 | 7 PM ET

🔗 Register now: https://t.co/ZTMt70LYQG

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From enhancing emergency response to improving situational awareness, drones can be valuable tools for public safety. Join the NVFC for a FREE webinar exploring how volunteer fire organizations can use this technology.

📅 Nov 4 | 2 PM ET

🔗 Register https://t.co/jlnrSNTaPP

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