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September 2020

Time marches on — and so does our residential fire season

There’s no rest when it comes to fire prevention. It requires vigilance 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. In this article, Jim Smith provides reminders of the top dangers to watch out for.

Firefighter Training Funds at Near-Record Levels in FY21

The MBFTE has some great news: Their budget for fiscal year 2021 is nearly unprecedented. It’s a great time to look into training for your entire department. Learn more in Steve Flaherty’s article.

Fire Prevention Week and the Silver Lining

We’ve never done Fire Prevention Week during a pandemic before, but don’t worry: Lots of people have been working hard on creative alternatives to meeting in person. Kathi Osmonson’s article will tell you more.

September training update

Whether you want training that’s virtual or in-person with precautions, there’s a lot to choose from. Check out Jake Lindquist’s article​ for options that will work for you and your department.

 

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