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

Cimarron Road Vehicle into House 04/09/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 5:24 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2020, Local members responded to a vehicle collision involving a structure at 5307 Cimarron Road. The driver of a SUV accidentally backed their car through a fence, over a natural gas meter and ran into the home. When members arrived, they found the gas meter free flowing and significant damage to the corner of the house.

Local 2086 Endorsements for South Metro Board of Directors 04/09/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 Local 2086 has endorsed Jimm Albee and Muriel Williams Thompson for South Metro Board of Directors.  Ballots will be mailed April 13th.  Please support us by voting for these individuals.

Send us your selfies!!! 04/09/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 I have heard that the checks have been delivered to the firehouses... Dont't forget send me your selfies of supporting your local business. Be Safe and Stay Well Mike  Mike Pylar, Communications Director Denver Firefighters Local 858 (720)318-1245 CommunicationsIAFF858@gmail.

Local 274 delivers food to WPH 04/09/20 - IAFF Local 274 The Local 274 Outreach Program organized and run by Brother Niles has been a big hit.We collected over $20,000 so far and donations are still being made.The first delivery was 4/8 at noon and a story was also put on Channel 12 news.Continental deli was the first to prepare meals for the doctors and nurses of White Plains Hospital.

COVID-19 Health and Safety Update 04/09/20 - IAFF Local 902 Watch this episode of the Kitchen Table addressing many of the health and safety issues affecting you on the frontlines during this COVID-19 pandemic, including preparation and personal protective equipment (PPE), exposure documentation, quarantine and protocols and guidelines.

Steadfast Spirits 04/09/20 - PFFNH Steadfast Spirits Distilling Company is making sanitizer thanks to member CJ Lundergan. Please see below a message from them: In unprecedented times like we are seeing it’s now more than ever we all need to get a little creative to continue to protect our communities as well as ourselves.

MPFFU Referendum 1&2 2020 04/08/20 - West Bloomfield Professional Fire Fighters Union The MPFFU would like to approve the attached referendums. Please read them. We have 5 delegate votes.

Free Telemental Health for IAFF Members in the United States 04/08/20 - IAFF local 2359 In these extremely stressful times as you continue to answer the call during the COVID-19 pandemic, it may help to talk to someone who understands the challenges of the job and the strain this deadly virus may be causing. The Warriors Research Institute (WRI) - run by IAFF Behavioral Health partner Dr.

COVID-19 MOU 04/08/20 - IAFF local 2359 Brothers, With the development of the coronavirus pandemic many ideas have been discussed with management regarding our health and safety during this time. While I will admit that some of these ideas and decisions have not been popular it is important that you know that the 1st concern in all of them have been our health and safety.

Free Telemental Health for IAFF Members 04/08/20 - IAFF Local 902 In these extremely stressful times as you continue to answer the call during the COVID-19 pandemic, it may help to talk to someone who understands the challenges of the job and the strain this deadly virus may be causing.

City Chapter Special Meeting Announcement for the AFR COVID-19 MOU 04/07/20 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters A City Chapter Special Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at 11:00a.m. via ‘Zoom Online Video Meeting’ in accordance with Article II, Section 4 & Article V, Section 6 of the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & By-Laws. The purpose of this meeting will be for final membership approval of the AFR COVID-19 MOU. The special meeting will start promptly at 11:00a.m.

Firefighters For Blanco 04/07/20 - Suncoast Firefighters Help Elect the FIRST Active Firefighter to Congress in Florida District 26 As you may already know, your fellow firefighter, Omar Blanco, is running for U.S. Congress in Florida's 26th District. Please consider supporting his candidacy by joining our fundraising efforts.

COVID-19 04/07/20 - PFFA As the significant stress on our economy continues from the actions taken to limit the spread of COVID-19, access to funding and other resources is and will be a problem for many jurisdictions. There are two things you can do right now to help your local government get access to critical funding dollars going forward.

10 Things Your Local Should Be Doing for COVID-19 Response 04/07/20 - Brookline Fire Fighters

An Important Message From President Schaitberger 04/06/20 - Suncoast Firefighters "An Attack On the IAFF is an Attack On All Of Us"

Northridge Brush Fire 04/06/20 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 2:19 p.m. on Sunday April 6th, Local members responded to a vegetation fire just east of the Northridge Recreation Center in Highlands Ranch. A 100x100 foot area was burning in the open space along one of the paths and not threatening any structures. Members made a direct attack and quickly extinguished the flames.

Coronavirus Update IAFF 04/06/20 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters    https://www.iaff.

Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters State Convention 04/06/20 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters Hotel Lodging A special conference rate of $106.00 plus tax per room has been set up at Holiday Inn of Austin. Individual room reservations can be made directly with the Holiday Inn or  MPFF (Fire Fighter)  requesting the Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters group booking code (PFF).  All reservations must be made by September 9, 2020 to guarantee your group room rate.

Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act 04/05/20 - Suncoast Firefighters

COVID-19 Added to Ryan/White Act 04/04/20 - IAFF Local 274 The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health(NIOSH), of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC),within the Department of Health and Human Resourses(HHS),is adding Coronavirus disease 2019(COVIV-.

COVID-19 Guidance Surgical Masks: 04/04/20 - IAFF Local 274 COVID-19 Guidance Surgical Masks: Reducing Potential Exposure To help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and sustain a sufficient workforce to provide continuity of service throughout our communities, the IAFF strongly recommends that members begin wearing surgical masks at the fire station and to consider donning a surgical mask at home around family members.

April 4, 2020: Message from William Tong, Ct. Attorney General 04/04/20 - UPFFA

New Guidance on Wearing Surgical Masks 04/04/20 - IAFF Local 902 The IAFF strongly recommends thats members begin wearing surgical masks at the fire station

An Act relative to Emergency Hazard Health Duty 04/03/20 - Boston Fire Fighters To find your legislature   http://malegisature.

Friday Update 4-3-20 04/03/20 - IAFF Local 1014

Coronavirus: Hamilton Firefighters cautious 04/03/20 - IAFF Local 20 https://www.journal-news.

April 2nd - Update from President Foster 04/02/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Please take a few minutes to watch this video update from President Foster.

Covid-19 section updates 04/02/20 - Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association Links to a U.S Department of Justice memo on the Public Safety Officer's Benefit Program in regards to Covid-19 has been added to the website.  Also the U.S. and PA Department of Labor and Industries websites have Covid-19/Coronavirus sections that have important information regarding employment issues during this pandemic.  Those links were added as well.

Behavioral Health Resources for COVID-19 04/01/20 - IAFF Local 902 The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has affected every aspect of our daily lives. You continue to serve your communities on the frontlines and your families remain confined at home without their typical daily structure and activities. It’s putting a strain on everyone. Now more than ever, we need to make sure we have each other’s backs on the job and off.

Blood Drive-Critical Need 04/01/20 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters To easily sign up click the link below to choose a time to donate:   https://bloodhero.com/index.cfm.

Coronavirus: Hamilton Firefighters to be quarantined 04/01/20 - IAFF Local 20 https://www.journal-news.

Return to Work Policy 03/31/20 - IAFF Local 274 The City of White Plains officially implemented a back to work policy(below).The CDC recommends that you have to be free of fever and other symptoms for 72 hours straight and have the option of 2 negative tests 24 hours apart.The city part leaves that out.With the shortage of tests,it is hard enough to get one test.Use common sense,if you dont feel well,stay home.

Notice of Nomination for Office 03/31/20 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters

Message from PFFO 03/31/20 - IAFF local 2359 Please see the attached document from the PFFO about what they are encouraging lawmakers in regards to COVID-19.

First COVID-19 Death in Butler County 03/31/20 - IAFF Local 20 http://www.fox19.

Local 42's Office CLOSED 03/30/20 - IAFF Local 42 Greater Kansas City Fire Fighters, IAFF Local No. 42 Office is CLOSED until further notice.  If you need to speak with an Officer of Staff you may reach them by telephone or E-mail.  We apologize for this inconvenience.

Monday Morning Headlines 3/30/20 03/30/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Good Monday Morning, -COVID-19 -How to Contact your District VP -Support your Local Businesses -Union Meeting -Photo Request

Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act 03/29/20 - IAFF Local 902 Fire fighters and emergency medical personnel will receive billions in aid from an economic stimulus package, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act, to address the response to and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Helping Your Family Cope with COVID-19 03/29/20 - IAFF Local 2180 Brothers and Sisters- Please review the following IAFF Documents specifically designed for you and your families. We realize the overwhelming amount of stress that this Pandemic is placing not only on you but also on your loved ones. Please remember that we have several avenues and options for Behavioral Health programs for you and your family.

COVID-19 Resources for IAFF Members 03/29/20 - IAFF Local 902 As coronavirus (COVID-19) cases and exposures continue to grow, the IAFF wants to make sure you have the latest guidance, best practices and information to protect your health and safety and the public's safety as you remain on the frontlines of this pandemic.

Resources for COVID-19 03/29/20 - IAFF Local 902 As part of the IAFF's work to keep you updated on best practices for responding to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the IAFF has added important new information and resources to our coronavirus website.

Texts that Were Cut Off 03/29/20 - IAFF Local 274 It has come to my attention that some texts have been getting cut off,we are working to correct that issue.

Update from President Foster 03/29/20 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Dear Sisters and Brothers of Local 858; We are in the midst of an unprecedented event in our country, the fire service, and the Denver Fire Department. This is the first time that our Union has been tasked to deal with a Pandemic that has affected so many facets of our personal and professional lives.

message from PFFM 03/29/20 - Randolph FireFighters IAFF Local 1268 https://www.facebook.com/THE.

Local 1268 Supports EDZO 03/29/20 - Randolph FireFighters IAFF Local 1268

Local 274 Outreach Program 03/29/20 - IAFF Local 274 We have been working hard tossing around different ideas on how to raise money and help people at the same time.Brother Niles suggested the gofundme idea and pitched it to us.We all agreed that it was a great idea, and in one day already raised over $10,000 dollars.Brother Niles put alot of work into setting this up and he did a great job.

2020 Firefighter Ad 03/27/20 - IAFF Local 1476 FIREFIGHTER-EMT/PARAMEDIC SOUTH PORTLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT A progressive ISO Class One Fire Department on the Southern Maine Coast is looking for qualified, motivated, and career oriented individuals. Preference will be given for Paramedic applicants. The Department is responsible for Fire, EMS and Hazmat response.