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U.S. Fire Administration The official page for the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). America's fire losses today represent a dramatic improvement from more than 40 years ago.

USFA supports and strengthens fire and EMS to prepare for, prevent, mitigate and respond to all hazards. In 1971, our nation lost more than 12,000 citizens and 250 firefighters to fire. Acting to halt these tragic losses, Congress passed P.L. 93-498, the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act, in 1974 and established the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) and its National Fire Academy. Since that time, through data collection, public education, research, and training efforts, USFA has helped reduce fire deaths by more than 75 percent - making our communities and our citizens safer. USFA joined the Federal Emergency Management Agency in 1979. Our offices and the National Fire Academy campus are located at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, Maryland.

From long shifts to job-related stress, firefighters face a unique challenge that can affect their heart health. A healt...
10/21/2026

From long shifts to job-related stress, firefighters face a unique challenge that can affect their heart health.

A healthy diet, regular exercise, hydration, quality sleep, and preventive care can help reduce your risk!

Learn more in the U.S. Fire Administration’s Cardiovascular Disease in the Fire Service:https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/publications/cardiovascular-disease-in-the-fire-service.pdf

We’re hiring!The U.S. Fire Administration is seeking four Training Specialists to help strengthen the nation’s fire and ...
10/20/2026

We’re hiring!

The U.S. Fire Administration is seeking four Training Specialists to help strengthen the nation’s fire and emergency services workforce.

We are looking for professionals with expertise in:

Incident Management
Incident Management Teams
Wildland-Urban Interface
Fire Investigations

Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to lead and deliver coursework in these specialized areas.

If you are ready to share your expertise and help advance fire-service training nationwide, we encourage you to apply.

Learn more:
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/889038900
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/889039600

Today is Test it Tuesday Tonight, try sleeping with your bedroom door closed. A closed door can help slow down the spre...
10/20/2026

Today is Test it Tuesday

Tonight, try sleeping with your bedroom door closed.
A closed door can help slow down the spread of smoke, heat, and flames. Allowing more time for your family more time to escape.

Being prepared is core to the U.S. Fire administration’s mission! Take time to review fire-safety procedures at your wor...
10/19/2026

Being prepared is core to the U.S. Fire administration’s mission!

Take time to review fire-safety procedures at your work, home, and school.

A prepared community is a safer community.

🍂 Colder weather has arrived in the foothills of the Catoctin Mountains, bringing amazing fall color to the National Fir...
10/19/2026

🍂 Colder weather has arrived in the foothills of the Catoctin Mountains, bringing amazing fall color to the National Fire Academy campus in Emmitsburg, Maryland.

Our campus is full and buzzing as students begin a new session of resident classes, including:

• Managing Officer Development: Leadership, Teams, Technology and Ethics
• Fire Investigation: Essentials
• Exercise of Executive Leadership: Self
• Command and Control Decision Making at Multi-Alarm Incidents
• Fire Inspection Principles II
• Fire and Emergency Services Training Program Management
• New Executive Chief Officer
• Exercise of Executive Leadership: Capstone II

Seats are still available for several upcoming resident classes in Emmitsburg. Registration is first come, first served.

NFA classes are free. Lodging, travel stipends and airport transportation are provided. Meals on campus are at the attendee’s expense.

Learn more and apply:
https://apps.usfa.fema.gov/nfacourses/catalog/search?availability=2

Applications for the National Fire Academy’s Managing Officer Program will be accepted November 2-30, 2026, or until the first 500 applications are received, whichever comes first.

More information:
https://www.usfa.fema.gov/nfa/programs/managing-officer/

We are your National Fire Academy, and you belong here!

10/19/2026

CPSC Warns Consumers to Immediately Stop Using Tristar Products 6-Quart Power Quick Pot Pressure Cookers Due to Risk of Serious Injury from Burn Hazard

The pressure cooker’s lid can open while pressurized, causing hot contents to be expelled unexpectedly.

CPSC has obtained 24 reports of the pressure cookers expelling hot contents unexpectedly, resulting in serious burn injuries.

The importer, Tristar Products, Inc., of Altamonte Springs, Florida, has refused to recall these products or offer a remedy to consumers.

https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2027/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Immediately-Stop-Using-Tristar-Products-6-Quart-Power-Quick-Pot-Pressure-Cookers-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-from-Burn-Hazard

10/19/2026

CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using Kalorik MAXX Air Fryer Ovens with French Doors Due to Risk of Serious Burn Injury Hazard

CPSC’s investigation revealed that the doors can suddenly close on consumers’ arms while the oven is on, causing burns.

CPSC is aware of dozens of reported burns, including at least one report of scarring reflective of second-degree burns.

The original importers, Team International Group of America, Inc. and Kalorik, LLC, went out of business and are unable to conduct a recall. The current owner of the Kalorik brand, The Legacy Companies, LLC, has declined to participate in a recall of the affected ovens.

https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2027/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Stop-Using-Kalorik-MAXX-Air-Fryer-Ovens-with-French-Doors-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Burn-Injury-Hazard

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