South Beach Professional FFs

06/14/2026

Firefighters everywhere not only battle fires, but the risks of the job well after they leave the fireground. Increased call volumes without an increase in staffing, dilapidated fire stations, outdated equipment, aging fleets of apparatus as well as personal protective equipment (PPE), cancer risk reduction are all topics we are all too familiar with.

The IAFF serves to protect the firefighters that are serving to protect their communities.

🔥 The risks of the job can follow fire fighters long after they leave the fireground.

As call volumes continue to rise, 15th District Vice President and President of the Association des Pompiers de Montréal Chris Ross spoke with CP24 Toronto's Breaking News to discuss strengthening PPE, cancer research, staffing, and other critical measures to protect and the communities they serve.

06/14/2026

Happy 🇺🇸

Today, we honor the flag and the ideals it represents.

06/14/2026

this years focus is on Firefighter Fitness— the physical and mental demand on firefighters is not only on the job, but follows us home off the job. Being physically fit is an expectation of every firefighter to not only successfully make rescues, fight fires or run calls, but to ensure we make it home to our families safe and healthy.

📅 is here – and this year, the focus is on fire fighter fitness.

Fitness isn't just about performance on the fire ground. It's about protecting your health, your career, and your future.

Explore tools, resources, and practical ideas from the IAFF's Fit to Thrive program ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x3l9R

06/09/2026

Congrats Sgt. Bassett!

Today, the Westport Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Officer Bassett to Sergeant.

Sergeant Bassett has consistently proven himself to be an invaluable asset to our department. His commitment to strengthening and elevating our training program has already made a meaningful impact, and his leadership will continue to drive this agency to an even higher level.

Please join us in congratulating Sergeant Bassett on this well‑deserved achievement!

06/08/2026

Today is National Cancer Survivor Day!

The International Association of FireFighters has many resources center around cancer diagnosis, treatment, prevention and cancer survival.
The Cancer Survivors NetworkSM (CSN) is a safe, online community where survivors and caregivers share their stories, ask questions and get support from each other.

Visit: https://www.iaff.org/fightcancer/cancer-support/ for more information and to sign up for a free account to CSN.

06/06/2026

🔥June is PTSD Awareness Month!🔥

Visit https://www.iaff.org/behavioral-health/ for a multitude of resources including behavioral health courses from resilience training to peer support, resource and video guides, online recovery meetings, information about the IAFFs Center Of Excellence and much more!

If you or someone you know are in crisis, call or text 988 in the Unites States and Canada. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

Check out AFDs fire science program!

🚒 Join us for this year’s Fire Science Program! 🔥

📅 Register today!
🔗 https://thsc.asd5.org/

Incoming juniors and seniors in Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties are eligible to participate. Earn school credit while learning directly from professional firefighters through hands-on training and real-world experience.
This will be our 4th year offering the program, and it keeps getting better every year!
It’s not too late to sign up — don’t miss this opportunity to explore a career in the fire service!

06/03/2026

Safety first, Punkin 🎆

The city of Westport will be hosting a controlled fireworks show put on by professionals for all to see 🎉

Westport’s 4th of July fireworks show is coming up!
Join us at 100 W. Bay St. for a professional fireworks show. Fireworks begin at approximately 10:20 PM.
Mark your calendars and start making plans for a great night by the water!

06/02/2026

A union is calling for York Area United Fire and Rescue (YAUFR) to send at least 3 firefighters on fire engines, saying crews now are often just 2.