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Tag Archives: Health & Wellness

Update to USFA 2025 End-of-Year LODD Total

None of the deaths were traumatic fireground deaths, but were medical emergencies. The USFA’s total at the end of 2025 was 81.

Posted byData Not DramaMay 2, 2026Posted inLine of Duty DeathsTags:Bill Carey, Data, Health & Wellness, Line of Duty Deaths, United States Fire AdministrationLeave a comment on Update to USFA 2025 End-of-Year LODD Total

What the NIST PFAS Turnout Gear Study Actually Shows — and What It Does Not

Before repeating absolutes or making fear-based claims, educate yourself first. Read the study. Understand the conditions used. Understand its limits.

Posted byData Not DramaApril 21, 2026April 24, 2026Posted inHealth & WellnessTags:Health & Wellness, Risk, TrainingLeave a comment on What the NIST PFAS Turnout Gear Study Actually Shows — and What It Does Not

‘Everyone Goes Home,’ Except Some Applicants and Recruits

Applicant and recruit deaths constantly point to the majority of our LODDs and our training shortcomings.

Posted byData Not DramaAugust 23, 2025Posted inHealth & Wellness, TrainingTags:Bill Carey, Health & Wellness, TrainingLeave a comment on ‘Everyone Goes Home,’ Except Some Applicants and Recruits

Pa. Fire Chief Dies After Teaching At Wildfire Academy

The chief died after working as an instructor at the state wildfire academy.

Posted byData Not DramaJune 5, 2025June 12, 2025Posted inLine of Duty DeathsTags:Health & Wellness, Line of Duty Deaths, TrainingLeave a comment on Pa. Fire Chief Dies After Teaching At Wildfire Academy

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