Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations in the US and Canada.

2020 Firefighter Ad 03/27/20 - IAFF Local 1476 FIREFIGHTER-EMT/PARAMEDIC SOUTH PORTLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT A progressive ISO Class One Fire Department on the Southern Maine Coast is looking for qualified, motivated, and career oriented individuals. Preference will be given for Paramedic applicants. The Department is responsible for Fire, EMS and Hazmat response.

2020 Firefighter Ad 03/27/20 - IAFF Local 1476 FIREFIGHTER-EMT/PARAMEDIC SOUTH PORTLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT A progressive ISO Class One Fire Department on the Southern Maine Coast is looking for qualified, motivated, and career oriented individuals. Preference will be given for Paramedic applicants. The Department is responsible for Fire, EMS and Hazmat response.

Friday Update 3-27-20 03/27/20 - IAFF Local 1014

IAFF CORONA virus guidance 03/27/20 - IAFF Local 2180 10 Things Your Local Should Be Doing for COVID-19 Response The current COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented, and it can be easy for affiliate leaders to become overwhelmed.

Maplehurst Dr. Structure Fire 03/26/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 Just before 4:40 on Sunday March 22nd, Local members responded to a working residential fire in the 400 block of Maplehurst Drive in Unincorporated Douglas County. Initial reports stated a garage was on fire with heavy brown and gray smoke showing. Safety 18 arrived on scene and confirmed this was a working fire in a single carport attached garage to the house.

COVID 19 - STATUS REPORT - 3/26 03/26/20 - IAFF Local 2180 Brothers and Sisters- Here is the latest CHULA VISTA IAFF LOCAL 2180 update and information as of MARCH 26: COVID-19 and Local 2180 Members We are happy to report that currently all Local 2180 members are COVID-19 free. Please continue to protect yourself and others by practicing social distancing and wearing PPE when needed.

9-133 03/26/20 - IAFF Local 3650 In May Redmond Fire & Rescue is asking voters to approve local option levy 9-133. Please support our need to maintain Advanced Life Support staffing and equipment. If you would like to host a yard sign, please email info@iaff3650.org with your name and address and we will place one at no cost.

Note to all Members during COVID-19 03/26/20 - IAFF local 2359 We are in this together - COVID-19

Clarification of COVID-19 Exposure Reporting 03/25/20 - IAFF Local 1014

FPF Legislative Session Report 03/25/20 - Suncoast Firefighters Week 9 (March 9-13, 2020) of the Florida Legislative session is complete. Watch as FPF President Wayne "Bernie" Bernoska submits his Legislative Report.

Union Office Closed 03/25/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Brothers and Sisters, Due to social distancing issues, the 12 Lakeside Lane office has suspended office hours until further notice. We can set meetings up on an 'as needed' basis, however, most meetings will be handled remotely. Please let me know if you have any questions.

COVID-19 Return-to-Work Procedures 03/25/20 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters Stay informed and Updated via the IAFF COVID-19 Response Page Download COVID-19: Return-to-Work Procedure PDF here.

Covid-19/Coronavirus updates 03/25/20 - Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association Please let the PPFFA know if your department is running low or having trouble procuring medical supplies. The PPFFA is compiling a database and will forward it to the Governor's office. A template letter that you can use for notifying your employer of a work related Coroanvirus exposure has been added to the Coronavirus/Covid-19 section of the website.

March 25, 2020: Membership Letter from Peter S. Carozza, Pres., UPFFA of Ct. 03/25/20 - UPFFA Membership Letter from Peter S. Carozza, Pres., UPFFA of Ct.

COVID-19 Decontamination Guidance 03/24/20 - IAFF Local 21

Kaiser Permanente Coronavirus Information 03/24/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Attached you find "What you need to know" and a "Questions and Answer" resources from Kaiser Permanente. This information will hopefully help with some of your questions and concerns. Be Safe and Stay Well!

Retirement Of Deputy Chief Richard Englund 03/24/20 - Hoffman Estates Professional Fire Fighters Association, Local 2061 On Friday, March 20, 2020 D/Chief Richard Englund retired from the Hoffman Estates Fire Department.   D/Chief Englund has faithfully served the residents of Hoffman Estates for 30 years.  The Hoffman Estates Professional Firefighters Association, Local #2061, would like to thank him for his 30 years of Service, Leadership, and Brotherhood.

COVID-19 Update 3-23-20 03/23/20 - IAFF Local 1014

State of Missouri - Childcare Needs Memo 03/23/20 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters Please find the letter below from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services regarding eligible entities whose critical staff are eligible for childcard needs.  Here is a link to the Childcare Need Form.

Fundraiser Event Postponed. 03/22/20 - IAFF Local 740 The Fundraiser event scheduled for April 10, 2020 has been postponed due to COVID-19.

Brother Gerry Cahill 03/22/20 - Boston Fire Fighters Boston Firefighters Local 718 and many friends and families of Florian Hall are all saddened by the death of our own Gerry Cahill. Gerry was a member of Local 718 working at Fire Alarm construction for over 35 years. Gerry was also the General Manager of Florian Hall for many years. A dedicated member of Local 718, also a dedicated employee of Florian Hall.

Coronavirus Update-2 03/22/20 - IAFF Local 274 CORONAVIRUS UPDATE FROM LOCAL 274(March 22,2020) Just an update to let you know what has been going on.The union has been working hard to get the answers we need to keep our brothers safe. We have been on the phone around the clock with the City of White Plains and other agencies around the County.

Coronavirus Update-1 03/22/20 - IAFF Local 274 Update on the Coronavirus from the Executive Board and the City of White Plains On 3/18/2020 at 11 oclock in the morning,Executive board members, Joe Carrier,Kevin Heffernan and Bob Barbella met with Chief Lyman,Deputy Chief Bonadies and Deputy Chief Mcmath regarding updates on the Coronavirus.Some important information that came out of the meeting were: 1.

COVID-19 PANDEMIC: MESSAGE TO OUR COMMUNITY 03/21/20 - Cambridge Fire Fighters

Northampton Ct. Structure Fire 03/21/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 4:34 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2020, Local members responded to Northampton Court in Highlands Ranch after a 911 caller reported a fire inside the house. First arriving units from Station 18 found no signs of smoke or fire visible from the street when they arrived. Upon further investigation they found one person with minor injuries and smoke inside the home.

Coronavirus 03/20/20 - Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association Brothers and Sisters the PPFFA has added a Coronavirus/Covid-19 section to the website.  Here we will post links to various resources such as the PA DOH, IAFF, and any other relevant information regarding this pandemic.  Please also follow the Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association on Facebook, or Twitter @ppffa3.

GEORGE CROWLEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP & MICHAEL OSIECKI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP 03/20/20 - UPFFA

Friday Update 3-20-20 03/20/20 - IAFF Local 1014

Day Care Opportunity 03/19/20 - Boston Fire Fighters Local 718 Members: Earlier today, Governor Baker issued an order that all Day Cares across the State must be closed by Monday, March 23rd.

COVID-19 Resources 03/19/20 - PFFNH Attached are resources on protection and exposures regarding COVID-19 from fire service partners. We'll keep you updated with any new developments. As always, please reach out with any questions or concerns. Download the guidelines here.

Home Management of the Coronavirus 03/19/20 - IAFF Local 4349               We here at Rancho Santa Fe Fire, the Local 4349 would like to encourage our community to stay diligent in its measure to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

COVID-19 UPDATE 03/18/20 - Suncoast Firefighters Please make sure to login to IAFF.ORG and register to receive email updates. Also check www.iaff.

March 18, 2020: 55th IAFF Convention 2020 03/18/20 - UPFFA Pursuant to the provisions of the IAFF Constitution and By-Laws, the 55th Convention of the International Association of Fire Fighters will be held at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin in Orlando, Florida, beginning Monday, August 10, 2020. The Convention Call and other related information are available here.

COVID-19 Update 3-18-20 03/18/20 - IAFF Local 1014

STATEMENT REGARDING COVID-19 03/17/20 - Community Fire Protection District Statement Regarding Covid-19  Due to recent events Community Fire Protection District will be accepting office visits by appointment only. Building and Occupancy permits should be printed from our website Communityfpd.org.

April Union Meeting Canceled 03/17/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 To all Local 858 Members; In response to COVID-19, and the recommendations regarding social distancing, the Executive Board has voted to cancel the Union Meetings scheduled for April 1st and 2nd.  We will keep you informed by various methods and assess the possibility of resuming normal meetings in May.

IAFF COVID-19 Updates 03/17/20 - PFFNH https://www.iaff.

Working Together 03/16/20 - IAFF Local 21 Since November 6, 1854 when 18 men adopted a constitution and bylaws creating the Pioneer Hook and Ladder Company and July 15, 1971 when seven fire department ambulance went into service providing medical care to the citizens, Saint Paul Firefighters and Firefighter/Paramedics have been on the front lines protecting our great city.

Local 42's Office CLOSED 03/16/20 - IAFF Local 42 Greater Kansas City Fire Fighters, IAFF Local No. 42 Office is CLOSED until further notice.  If you need to speak with an Officer of Staff you may reach them by telephone or E-mail.  We apologize for this inconvenience.

Monday Morning Headlines 3/16/2020 03/16/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Headlines for today: Funeral Services for Phil Apodaca will be a private event. However, a Memorial Service will be held at the Firefighter Event Center, 12 Lakeside Lane from 2 pm until 7 pm with the family arriving around 4 pm if you would like to stop by you are welcome. The 2020 IAFF Convention Delegate voting will continue until Thursday, March 19th.

2020 "Battle of the Bravest" temporarily "POSTPONED" 03/14/20 - Lets Fire Cancer Due entirely to the COVID-19 medical issue, this year's "Battle of the Bravest" charity hockey game is temporarily "POSTPONED" Once a new date has been established, we will post it here. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

WARRIORS STATEMENT ON CHASE CENTER EVENTS 03/13/20 - Toy Program Due to escalating concerns about the spread of COVID-19 and in consultation with the City and County of San Francisco, the Golden State Warriors announced today that tomorrow night’s game vs. the Brooklyn Nets at Chase Center will be played without fans. In addition, all events through March 21 will be cancelled or postponed at this time.

Message from the Fire Chief about COVID-19 03/13/20 - IAFF local 781 Message from the Chief Douglas Short of the City of Independence Fire Department concerning COVID-19: From the Office of the Fire Chief     Over the last few days I have sat at my desk and have had sleepless nights thinking about what things I need to do to inform the public as we approach this pandemic event.

Corona Virus 03/13/20 - Boston Fire Fighters Good morning Brothers and Sisters,  As coronavirus continues to spread across our country and the number of cases increase, so too does the risk of exposure to each of you who are on the street delivering health care services to your communities. It is important that each of us know the facts, and how to best protect ourselves, our families and our coworkers.

COVID-19 INFORMATION 03/13/20 - Colorado Springs Professional Firefighters The IAFF is keeping up to date information about the CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19).  Follow the link to find the latest information. https://www.iaff.

Friday Update 3-13-20 03/12/20 - IAFF Local 1014

VOTE YES on KC Question 1 on June 2nd Ballot 03/12/20 - IAFF Local 42