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Nov. 12, 2026
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Sept. 24, 2026
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May 18-20, 2027
Orlando, FL

Build for the call. Design for the future.

Station Design Conference is the premier educational event dedicated to the efficient, effective, and future-ready design of fire stations, police stations, and public safety facilities. Each year, department leaders, city managers, architects, and project teams come together to learn what it takes to plan, design, fund, and build stations that support operational excellence for decades to come.

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Podcasts

Videos

In July, the wildfire in Douglas County killed a resident, destroyed dozens of structures and burned about 10,000 acres.
Oct. 27, 2026
"Rappelling 200 feet down an open, blind elevator shaft is one of the most demanding scenarios a firefighter can face," Atlantic City Fire Chief Scott Evans said.
Oct. 26, 2026
Cedar Rapids firefighters found heavy fire and evidence of an explosion.
Oct. 26, 2026
Firefighters feared the fire on Newport's waterfront may trigger an ammonia leak.
Oct. 26, 2026

Operations & Training

Africa Fire Mission and Metro Chiefs recently joined the Liberia National Fire Service to explore a long-term partnership focused on firefighter training, leadership development...
Oct. 26, 2026
The Hebron homeowner also was charged with animal cruelty as he set the fire with five cats inside.
Oct. 26, 2026
“If the police department is cut out entirely, that would be a significant issue,” said Josh Fannon, president of IAFF Local 964.
Oct. 26, 2026
Homeowners feeling vulnerable without coverage are working to establish additional fire districts in Nez Perce County.
Oct. 26, 2026

Leadership

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth District denied city officials' argument to protect the woman who terminated Fire Chief Michael Washington.
Oct. 23, 2026
Two months ago, three St. Lucie County firefighters were fired after using a modified bug zapper on colleagues.
Oct. 22, 2026
UL Research Institutes’ Fire Safety Research Institute leads international Communities of Practice to address critical fire safety challenges through collaborative research, knowledge...
Oct. 21, 2026
Immediately after his arrest, Firefighter Zackary Cooper was terminated by Rhome Fire Rescue.
Oct. 20, 2026

Stations

This station prioritizes emergency response efficiency, firefighter health and community connection through strategic site layout and safety features.
Oct. 20, 2026
This fire station features a thoughtfully planned layout that enhances response times and responder safety through direct connectivity and rapid access features.
Oct. 20, 2026
Designed by WBA Architecture, the station features open communal spaces, strategic layout for privacy and communication and multi-use facilities that serve firefighters and the...
Oct. 20, 2026
Designed with durability and efficiency in mind, the station includes response bays, training facilities and community rooms, while honoring local history and prioritizing firefighter...
Oct. 20, 2026

Safety & Health

RESCUE Intellitech's new video podcast, The Decon Exchange, centers around firefighter cancer and safety.
Oct. 26, 2026
St. Lucie County Firefighter Paramedic Austin Hodge died Saturday, 15 months after his brother, also with the department, passed away.
Oct. 26, 2026
Huntsville firefighters discovered oil particles in their SCBA bottles after training and after raising concerns to the city, the city denied the grievances that were filed for...
Oct. 22, 2026
Fellow Rutland-Dundee Fire Rescue firefighters provided immediate care to their colleague, who was transported to a hospital.
Oct. 22, 2026

Careers & Education

The effort is to unify fire and EMS services of the cities of Manistee and Onekama and Stronach and Filer townships.
Oct. 23, 2026
If approved, Chelmsford Firefighter Nicholas Spinale will be eligible for leave from the town without the loss of pay, retroactive to the day he was hurt at the state fire academy...
Oct. 23, 2026
The former firefighter is accused of setting wildfires in Washington County.
Oct. 22, 2026
After an internal investigation, Syracuse fire officials terminated Jeremy W. Warters, 25, accused of raping a victim under 17.
Oct. 20, 2026