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As Fire, EMS and other first responders work around the clock to assess and mitigate the COVID-19 spread nationwide, we stand with you. And we’re here to help. Join us this Thursday to learn directly from first responders on the front…

The potential for technology to enhance emergency response is at an all-time high. From internal records management to combatting large-scale disasters, the right tools can enable responders to act with greater understanding, coordination, and efficiency. Through the creation of its…

Wilsonville, Ore. — The Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA) is pleased to announce that David Blankinship will be supporting the mission of the Association in taking on the position of Senior Technology Advisor. Intterra, well known for their efforts to…

WFCA Interim Fire Chief Management We deliver options within 24 hours If your agency is in need of a short-term solution, WFCA’s Interim Management service can help. Our Talent Network is comprised of vetted Fire Chiefs with a wide range…

GPO Partnership: Sourcewell We are excited to announce that Western Fire Chiefs Association(WFCA) has formed a new cooperative procurement partnership with Sourcewell, one of the largest government cooperative procurement organizations in North America. Sourcewell (formerly NJPA) is committed to serving…

The Western Fire Chiefs Association is pleased to announce that Chief Kim Zagaris has accepted the position of Wildfire Policy and Technology Advisor. The position is a new one, created in response to the destructive wildfires that have unfolded across…

With more than 120 years of working with fire service leaders, the Western Fire Chiefs Association knows what great leadership looks like. We also know that the majority of fire chiefs aren’t actively seeking new opportunities: the risk is simply…

The IAFC and the IAFC Western Division invite you to become a member of the IAFC. Whether you’re a new officer or have weathered the helm as chief for many years, the IAFC is here to help you maximize your…

Dear IAFC member, I cordially invite you to become a founding member of the IAFC’s Diversity Executive Leadership Program (iDELP). iDELP is designed to increase fire-service diversity by supporting your fellow fire-service leaders from underrepresented identity groups and others who,…

Don’t wait until the last minute to submit your nominations for the Ben Franklin Award for Valor; the Fire Chief of the Year; and the Safety, Health and Survival Section awards. New online forms make submitting nominations easier than ever.…