Each year during the holidays, we travel to be with family and friends, but this year will be much different due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to make sure members stay safe as infections are on the rise in both the United States and Canada.
During this year’s historic fire season, the Discovery Channel embedded with CAL FIRE fire fighters to film six mini-episodes on DiscoveryGO to give viewers a first-hand look at some of California’s most destructive fires. CAL FIRE Local 2881 President Tim Edwards was interviewed and may be featured in an episode.
The Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association (UPFFA) of Connecticut is proud to announce Stamford, CT Local 786 is reaffiliating with the state association after a 12-year absence.
The Electoral College in all 50 states gathered to cast their ballots for President-Elect Joe BIden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris. In California, 10th District Vice President Frank Lima was the first IAFF member to participate in the process.
The connection between firefighting and cancer is real, and it’s killing IAFF members at much higher rates than the general public. As part of efforts to prevent and reduce fire fighters’ risk of occupational cancer, the IAFF and the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) are partnering to designate January as Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month.
The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2021 contains a number of provisions to benefit IAFF members, including provisions to address toxic chemicals in turnout gear and improve the work schedule for a significant number of 16th District members.
Mission, TX Local 3609 members are doing their part to ensure everyone in their community has something to eat by supporting Mission Food Pantry and its Blessed Box program.