Pennsylvania Association of Arson Investigators

06/01/2026

Great job to all the investigators involved.

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Investigators said volunteer firefighter admitted to setting fires in Franconia and Souderton; held on $500,000 bail A Souderton volunteer firefighter […]

05/28/2026

Do an In-depth Examination of Fire Dynamics
The Advanced Fire Dynamics course provides an in-depth examination of fire dynamics as they apply to determining fire origin and cause with an emphasis is on understanding the scientific principles that govern fire behavior and applying those principles to real-world fire investigations.

📅 October 27 - 28, 2026 | 📍Ashland Fire & Safety Laboratory

🔥 Members save 10% when you register by September 12!
💲 Registration Fee: Members $400 (With 10% discount: $360) | Non-members $525
Presented in partnership with Eastern Kentucky University

Register Now! ➡️ https://ow.ly/xn9H50Z4HTR

05/27/2026

Ready to Command the Scene?
Step into a leadership role with confidence and sharpen your FIU management skills in just 3 days.
You’ll learn:
• Policy & procedure development
• Investigator supervision techniques
• Legal & compliance essentials

💲 $850 (Members) | $1,100 (Non-Members)
🍽️ Lunch included daily

👉 Register today! https://ow.ly/GJaq50YXCZB

05/20/2026

🎙️ Present at ITC 2027!
The IAAI-ITC Training Committee is looking for presenters.

✅ Submit your proposal NOW! https://events.resultsathand.com/iaai/4369
🗓️ Deadline: July 31, 2026

05/20/2026

Students, join us for the Q2 Student Zoom Meeting on June 3rd to get your updates on the IAAI, the IAAI student program, and learn about student research and the IAAI-ITC. We will have Student Members presenting their research from the IAAI-ITC Research Poster Competition and talking about their experience at the IAAI-ITC.

The zoom link has been emailed to all current Student Members. If you’re not currently a Student Member, and interested in attending to learn more about Student Membership and the IAAI Student Program, please email [email protected]

05/07/2026

Congratulations!

05/06/2026

05/05/2026

In the latest episode of Following the Flame, Senior Director of Research at UL Research Institutes’ Fire Safety Research Institute, Daniel Madrzykowski explores the critical intersection between fire science and real-world fire investigation.

Discover the evolution of fire investigation, the role of research in improving both firefighter safety and origin-and-cause determinations, and how investigators can better apply scientific principles in the field. This conversation bridges the gap between the lab and the fireground, offering practical insight for investigators, firefighters, and anyone interested in the science behind fire.

Whether you're a seasoned investigator or just beginning your journey, this episode provides a deeper understanding of how fire behaves—and why that matters.

Check out the podcast to hear more 🎙️: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7iVl2Zu2YenvoficCuLXX1?si=EeXClPIyQcePVnxcyrccxw

05/05/2026

The new website is live! Check it out at www.PAAI.org

Many thanks to Nancy Love for all her hard work on making this a reality.

05/05/2026

🚨 Transform Your Investigations with AI
The IAAI invites Insurance Professionals, Fire Investigators, and Students to the "Advanced Analytics and Generative AI in Arson and Fire Investigations” webinar - take your fire & arson investigations to the next level with cutting-edge tools!
• Improve investigative accuracy
• Use advanced analytics effectively
• Understand AI ethics & compliance

🗓️ June 18, 2026 | 1–3 PM EDT | 💻 Virtual Webinar

💲 Registration Fee: $25
👉 Secure your spot today! https://ow.ly/wHlW50YRh7k