Our deepest condolences go out to the family, friends, and colleagues of Alamogordo Police Officer Anthony Ferguson, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. May he rest in peace, and may his loved ones find comfort during this incredibly difficult time.
Mark your calendars! The NMPFFA Fly Fishing Tourney returns to the world famous San Juan River for 2021! We have also added a golf tournament for two action packed days benefitting the NM Firefighter Foundation. Register ASAP - space is limited! https://t.co/26UQgyelZ9 @team10th
Treacherous weather & road conditions persist throughout Southern New Mexico and West Texas, but know that your White Sands Firefighters are ready for whatever comes our way. Stay safe, keep warm, and please remain home if at all possible.
Photo credit: Cavin Williamson
Attention Team 10th IAFF delegations: here are some quick tips how to properly submit your IAFF election ballot. Make sure you check @MahlonMitchell for General President, @LimaforGST, and @gilmanfordvp10 for 10th District Vice President.
"When unity is more important than ever, you are the best choice to champion the causes of firefighters throughout the United States and Canada." #unitediaff#freshstart@wsmrpffa
Never leave food cooking unattended, and do not allow children to use the stove unsupervised.
Nearly half (44%) of reported home fires started in the kitchen, making cooking the leading cause of home fires & home fire injuries in the U.S.
Watch your children around fireworks! The risk of fireworks injuries for children under 15 is twice as high than the general population. #IAFF#IAFFSafetyTips
The burden of proof is nearly impossible to meet because firefighters respond to a wide variety of emergencies, working in different environments and conditions.
NMPFFA leadership is advocating for important legislation including presumptive disability for federal firefighters.
As it stands today, federal fire fighters must pinpoint the precise incident that caused a disease, including cancer, for it to be considered job-related.
NMPFFA members are in Washington D.C. attending the IAFF Legislative Conference. Today they met with Senator @MartinHeinrich , @repbenraylujan and @RepTorresSmall to discuss key issues affecting fire fighters and their families. #IAAFFLegCon@team10th
It's time to spring forward! Check your smoke alarms when you change your clocks for Daylight Saving Time. Press and hold – you should hear a loud beep if it is good. #IAFF#IAFFSafetyTips
Local F294 is excited to announce our unanimous endorsement of Jim Johnson for 16th District Vice President of the IAFF. Thank you DVP Johnson for your service to federal fire fighters, we look forward to your continued leadership.