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

Friday Update 3-5-21 03/08/21 - IAFF Local 1014

Monday Morning Headlines 03/08/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Good Monday Morning  Monday Morning Headlines Women's History Month IAFF Convention  Lt. Rich Pula Memorial.

March 7, 2021: Congratulations E. Kelly and F. Lima 03/07/21 - UPFFA

COVID-19 RETIREMENT CREDIT 03/06/21 - Cambridge Fire Fighters Brothers and Sisters: Please look over the attached document below from our PFFM Legislative Agents regarding the bill HD1794/SD1686 "An act relative to providing a Covid-19 retirement credit". We will have more information in the coming weeks and this matter will be discussed in greater length at our next monthly State Meeting in March.

TODAY Lt. Rich Pula Returns Home  03/06/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 TODAY Lt. Rich Pula Returns Home  Staging 10:00am - 10:30am - Arrival 11:00am Please come and support Lt. Pula's family as he returns home to 3290 Field Street in Wheat Ridge. Members are requested to be at the Pula residence between 10:00am and 10:30am to prepare for his arrival at approximately 11:00 am.

Coronavirus Update #17 03/05/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund Original Article posted 03/04/2021  Covid-19 Antibody Infusion Treatment Finally after many months of trying we now have the Bamlanivimab Covid-19 Antibody treatment at the Wellness Center. If you qualify for it we can immediately start the treatment which is an IV infusion. This medication has great results in arresting the developments of Covid-19.

IAFF Delegates Elect New Officers 03/05/21 - PFFMaine Ed "EDZO" Kelly Elected IAFF General President Jay Colbert Re-Elected IAFF 3rd District Vice-President Mark Ouellette Re-Elected IAFF Region 2 Trustee STRONG IAFF LEADERSHIP FROM IAFF DISTRICT 3 - Congrats to All! As provided in the election rules, all ballots were to be at the office of our election vendor, Survey & Ballot System (SBS) by 6:00 p.m. (ET) today, Thursday March 4, 2021.

UPDATE: Honor Walk and Return Home of Brother Rich Pula 03/04/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 We have TWO needs for Brother Pula if you are available.

Philadelphia Local 22 03/04/21 - PPFFA The PPFFA is proud to annouce that Philadelphia IAFF Local 22 has rejoined our association.  We are honored to represent the fine men and women of their organization, as we fight for the rights of our members in Harrisburg and around Pennsylvania.

Union Meeting Today 03/04/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Union Meeting Information Session via ZOOM   Thursdays, March 4, 2021, at 8:30 am - Click Here to get your ZOOM Link Union Meeting in-person attendance  As the numbers increase for occupancy in the Event Center, we are still not able to have full capacity.

Monday Morning Headlines 03/02/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Good Morning This week,  Honor Watch for Brother Pula Women's History Month Union Meeting & Information Session 3/3 & 3/4 Collective Bargaining Survey HealthCare Update National Firefighter Ski Races

2021 Scholarship Applications Posted 03/01/21 - New London Fire Fighters 2021 Dr. Wies and John O'Connor Scholarship applications have been posted to the Scholarship page found in the menu above.

Women's History Month | March 2021 03/01/21 - IAFF Local 21 We are all products of our life experiences. Our gender, our religion, our race, our ethnic background, our sexual orientation, where we grew up, along with many other factors, contributes to who we are and what we value. We are often different in many ways from the individuals we work with, side by side, day after day. Our workplaces are characterized by this diversity.

IAFFMediaAwardWinner 03/01/21 - Suncoast Firefighters

Honor Watch for Lieutenant Richard Pula 03/01/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Brother and Sisters,  Honor Watch is a longstanding and solemn tradition for line-of-duty deaths in the fire service. At least two other firefighters will remain with the fallen firefighter's body around the clock on "honor watch" in the days leading up to the funeral. Firefighters are always together, and we never leave anyone behind.

KCFD Marker Event Dedication 03/01/21 - IAFF Local 42

Brother Rich Pula 03/01/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 It is with great sadness we inform you of the passing of Retired Lieutenant Rich Pula. Rich was born on December 1, 1970 and was hired on August 16, 2002. He was promoted to Lieutenant in October of 2010 and retired in July 2018. Rich was diagnosed with Cancer in 2015. Rich passed away this morning with family and friends at his bed side.

Funeral Arrangements - President Emeritus Raymond D. Shea 02/28/21 - UPFFA

Friday Update 2-26-21 02/27/21 - IAFF Local 1014

Local 21 Regrets to Announce the Passing of Retired Captain Roger Beesley 02/26/21 - IAFF Local 21 Local 21 regrets to announce the passing of retired Fire Captain Roger Beesley. Captain Beesley started with the Saint Paul Fire Department on December 1st, 1948.  He was promoted to Fire Captain on August 1st, 1958. Captain Beesley retired in the mid 1980's as Captain of Ladder 07 on the B Shift. Roger passed away at the age of 94.

Rich Pula Update 02/26/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Brothers and Sisters, Our Brother Rich Pula’s health has drastically declined. He spent the last 2 weeks in the hospital and has returned home as of yesterday, now in the care of hospice. Unfortunately, it is hard for him to eat, drink, or even talk. Close friends are with him and working around the clock to keep him comfortable.

#VaccinateLivonia 02/26/21 - IAFF Local 1164       We are so grateful to our City of Livonia leadership and employees, our Livonia Fire & Rescue firefighters and paramedics and our Livonia Police Department and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers for their support and dedication! Our #VaccinateLivonia initiative would not be possible without them.

Livonia operates city-run COVID-19 vaccination clinic 02/26/21 - IAFF Local 1164 LIVONIA, Mich (WXYZ) — It’s day three of vaccinations at the Livonia Civic Park Senior Center, and those with appointments are getting in line to get their shot. “Oh we’re excited," said Livonia resident Ilene Suchora. "We’re excited. We’ve been waiting for it.

The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is hosting an online education series for IAFF members 02/25/21 - UPFFA The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is hosting an online education series for IAFF members, other first responders, healthcare providers, clinicians and the community at large. Upcoming March webinars include: Grief and the Fire Service March 4, 2021 | 12:00 p.m.

Female Firefighter Reproductive Cancer Coverage 02/25/21 - PFFMaine On Wednesday, February 17th, 2012 first responders testified in support of a bill that would provide more protections under the workers' compensation system for fire fighters who contract reproductive cancers due to their employment. LD 213, sponsored by Rep.

Courtyard by Marriott Structure Fire 02/24/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 Shortly before 3 p.m. on Wednesday, February 24th,Local members were dispatched to a smoke investigation at the Courtyard by Marriott near I-25 and County Line Road. The response was upgraded to a working commercial structure fire when crews confirmed there was smoke and fire in the ceiling of the swimming pool room.

Kalispell Ct. House Fire 02/24/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 4:58 p.m. on Monday, February 22nd, Local members along with members from Local 1209 responded to a reported garage fire at 5781 S. Kalispell Court in Centennial. As units were responding, a large plume of black smoke was visible from miles away.

Friday Update 2-19-21 02/24/21 - IAFF Local 1014

Join Team Hurricanes for the Dolphin Challenge Cancer on April 10th 02/23/21 - IAFF 1826 /Team%20Hurricanes%20x%20DCC%20Flyer%20FIREFIGHTERS%20VS%20CANCER.

Community COVID Vaccine Volunteer Opportunity 02/23/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Local 858 Members and F.I.R.E. Members, Denver Firefighters Local 858 and F.I.R.E. want to continue this great volunteer opportunity. City Council members have been pleased with our participation and would like us to continue to help get the COVID Vaccine out to the public.

Two people taken to hospital after fire in Springfield 02/22/21 - IAFF Local 648 Two people taken to hospital after fire in Springfield NEWS by: Sofía Hernández Carrillo Posted: Feb 20, 2021 / 08:13 AM EST / Updated: Feb 20, 2021 / 08:16 AM EST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Springfield Fire department was called to a fire at 106 Clarendon St 2 on Saturday morning.

Chimney fire at Indian Orchard home 02/22/21 - IAFF Local 648 Chimney fire at Indian Orchard home HAMPDEN COUNTY by: Tony Fay Posted: Feb 22, 2021 / 05:38 AM EST / Updated: Feb 22, 2021 / 05:38 AM EST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Springfield firefighters put out a chimney fire at a home in the city’s Indian Orchard neighborhood early Monday morning.

7th District FIREOPS 101 2021 02/22/21 - IAFF 7th District The annual 7th District FIREOPS 101 is shceduled and we are taking applications.  The date is May 20-21 and the event will be held at the new Boise Fire Department Training Center.  This event if for you to assist a policy maker from your jurisdiction to "walk a day in your boots".  The spots are limited to 42 so register early.

Powhaton Road Brush Fire 02/21/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 3:24 p.m. on Saturday, February 20th, Local 2086 and 1290 members responded to a grass fire along the west side of Powhaton Road just north of County Line Road. Gusty winds from the approaching cold front were pushing the fire south and west toward homes. Members began initial fire attack from the road while additional units were sent into the neighborhood for structure protection, if needed.

Engineer John Wood Sr. Memorial 02/21/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 On Saturday morning, February 20th, Local members honored the memory of Engineer John Wood Sr. On February 20, 1981 Engineer Wood was operating a brush truck on the scene of a large wildland fire east of Pine Drive and north of Mainstreet near Parker when he tragically suffered a heart attack and died.

Kit Carson Dr. Garage Fire 02/19/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 1:33 a.m. on Monday, February 15, 2021, Local members responded to a report of smoke inside the home at 7780 S. Kit Carson Dr. in Centennial. The family safely evacuated without injuries. Members from first arriving Engine 15 reported smoke showing from the eaves and declared a working fire, prompting the dispatch of additional units.

Dallas St. Structure Fire 02/19/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 7:05 p.m. on Sunday, February 14, 2021, Members from Engine 31 were dispatched to a fire alarm activation at 5450 S. Dallas Street. Greenwood Village Police Officers were first to arrive on scene and they encountered heavy smoke inside the residence. The response was upgraded to a working structure fire and additional SMFR resources were dispatched.

Newton St. Structure Fire 02/19/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 2:25 p.m. on Saturday, February 13, 2021, Local members responded to several 911 calls reporting at house on fire at 5112 S. Newton Street in Littleton. First arriving Engine and Medic 11 found a large volume of smoke and fire visible from the front and rear of the home. Members advanced an attack hose line to control the flames and conducted a 360 degree walk around.

Southridge Way Structure Fire 02/19/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 2:17 p.m. on Thursday, February 11, 2021, Local members responded to several reports of a house fire at 6 Southridge Way in Littleton. First arriving Battalion 2 found a small single-story home with the attached garage fully engulfed. Members deployed an attack hose line and used it to prevent any additional fire damage to the living area.

ChiefVanHeldenRetirement 02/18/21 - Suncoast Firefighters Congrats Chief Van Helden on your retirement!!! Welcome Chief Fair.

February 20, 2021 Union Meeting Zoom Link 02/17/21 - IAFF Local F283  Zoom Meeting  https://zoom.us/j/2846948868?pwd=WG41QU5ETWZKL2NTMlc3UHBQRWNpZz09  Zoom Link  Brothers and Sisters, In accordance with Motion 2021.001, the rules for conducting virtual meetings have changed. Local F- 283 has purchased a subscription and will continue to utilize the Zoom® platform (Motion 2021.

Updates 02/16/21 - Cambridge Fire Fighters Brothers and Sisters, A few updates and reminders: - Please vote in the Local 30 Election of Officers.  Contact Brother Brandon Hugh with any ballot issues.  The voting deadline is Monday, March 1st at 12:00pm. - Please submit any proposals for Bargaining to Secretary John Magee at JLMagee76@gmail.

Our Deepest Sympathies 02/16/21 - International Association of Firefighters Local F-147 regrets to announce the passing of James Tompey, father of Local F-147 member Joe Tompey. Mr. Tompey passed away on Monday, February 9th at Jersey Shore University Medical Center at the age of 75. Memorial visitation for Mr. Tompey will be on Friday, February 19th from 2-5 with a memorial service being held at 4:30 at the O'Brian Funeral Home, 2028 Highway 35 in Wall Township.

Please Beware of COVID-19 Vaccine Fraud and Scams 02/16/21 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund Please Beware of COVID-19 Vaccine Fraud and Scams We have seen an increased rate of fraud and scams related to the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. Please be aware of fraud: If someone calls, texts, or emails you or a family member promising access to the vaccine for a fee, you should not share your personal or financial information.

National Firefighter Ski Races 02/16/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 National Fire Fighter Ski Races February 22-25, 2021 in Steamboat Springs National Firefighter Ski Races is raising money for burn injured firefighters. We’re selling chances to win a snowboard, a Colorado Firehose flag, a metal & wood American flag and a beautiful red fire helmet (pic doesn’t have the cool shield on it yet). Chances to win are $10 each or 3 for $25.

VeniceEMS-Covid19 02/15/21 - Suncoast Firefighters https://www.fox13news.com/news/homebound-residents-in-venice-receive-covid-19-vaccine.

Monday Morning Headlines 02/15/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Good Monday Morning! " Lunch Time Edition"