Data Not Drama

USFA On-Duty Death: Kentucky

The firefighter was involved in a vehicle crash involving his personal vehicle while responding to an MVC.

The Picture Superiority Effect, Fear and Firefighters’ Perception of Risk

Add in social media, a culture of decision-shaming and institutional decision-making shaped by fear, and you begin to see how firefighting is being silently reshaped—not by what is happening, but by what is seen happening.

USFA On-Duty Death: Indiana

The firefighter/EMT was found unresponsive at home the day after responding to a call.

Kansas City Firefighter/Paramedic Dies After Being Stabbed by Patient

The firefighter/paramedic was stabbed by the patient during transport.