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Your leadership journey starts here. At FRI 2026, we'll help you grow into the leader your department and community need. Join us August 12th -14th. 📍 Kansas City | 🔗 iafc.org/fri

☕ Join us for Coffee with SHS on July 16! What does a great Safety Officer really do—and why does it matter to every firefighter? 🔗 Register today: buff.ly/ATNPh5m

🚒 The stage is set for #FRI2026! Join us in KC as we kick off FRI with an unforgettable Opening General Session featuring U.S. Army Green Beret, Author & CEO, Nick Lavery. Thank you, FirstNet®, Built with AT&T, sponsor of the Opening General Session. iafc.org/fri

🍟 It's National Fry Day... but we're talking FRI Day. Trade the fries for FRI 2026—where you'll find leadership, innovation, networking, and plenty of opportunities to fuel your future (and yes, there will be great food, too 😉). Join us Aug 12–14 🔥 iafc.org/fri

🏃 Join the FRI2026 5K Run/Walk on Aug. 13 at 7 AM, sponsored by T-Mobile for Government in partnership with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Pre-register: buff.ly/EyYBaEG Then register for FRI with an All Access or Discovery Pass: iafc.org/fri

🇺🇸 We are all part of America's story—and the best is yet to come. Have a safe and happy Independence Day! 🎆 iafc.org

🇺🇸 🚒 The IAFC stands with the National Flag Foundation as we honor America’s 250th birthday. Today, July 4th, 2026, we encourage fire and EMS departments across the country to shine their lights red, white, and blue in tribute to the USA. Happy Fourth!

🇺🇸🎆 As we celebrate America's 250th, we honor the roots of the American fire service and Benjamin Franklin, whose vision helped shape organized firefighting. Thank you to all who answer the call with courage and dedication. Happy Independence Day—and celebrate safely! 🎆🇺🇸

This Fourth of July, we celebrate the freedoms that unite us. As we look ahead to FRI, we'll come together in Kansas City to honor our profession, strengthen our leadership, and shape the future of the fire service. Have a safe and happy Independence Day— iafc.org/fri

🎓 Congratulations to the inaugural Saudi Aramco SATORP Cohort of the IAFC International Fellowship Program, graduating after training with Columbus Fire & EMS (GA)! Thank you to Chief Sal Scarpa and the Columbus team for hosting their second IAFC fellowship.

🇺🇸 Don’t forget to join the National Flag Foundation for the Light to Unite movement this July 4th in celebration of America's 250th Birthday! Light your fire apparatus, EMS, and other emergency service vehicles in red, white, and blue to honor our nation and those who serve.

Congratulations to the 29th Cohort of the IAFC International Fellowship Program! Nine Saudi Aramco firefighters graduated after six months training with @HenricoFire. Thank you to Saudi Aramco leadership and our partners for celebrating this milestone.

Congratulations to Lt. Allen Green of the Chattanooga Fire Department, the 2026 Company Officer of the Year! Lt. Green exemplifies what modern fire service leadership can be. iafc.org Thank you to U.S. Digital Designs by Honeywell for sponsoring this award.

🎉 More experiences. More connections. More reasons to attend. FRI 2026 is bringing an expanded lineup of special events with even more opportunities to learn, network, and have fun. Don't miss out—build your perfect FRI experience 🔗 iafc.org/fri

🚨 Act Now to Protect State GEMT Programs. The IAFC is urging members to contact CMS and ask the agency to protect the GEMT program and exempt fire-based EMS from the proposed rule. ⏳ Public comments are due by July 21, 2026. Take action today: buff.ly/WRIzhFy

🎉 Kick Off FRI 2026 at KC Live! 🎉 Start your FRI experience with an unforgettable night in the heart of Kansas City! All-Access registration includes your ticket. Discovery Pass holders can add tickets during registration. Register today: iafc.org/fri

🎉 Congratulations to NFPA President & CEO Jim Pauley on his retirement, and happy 130th anniversary to the NFPA! Thank you, Jim, for your leadership and dedication to advancing fire and life safety. Here's to 130 years of service and impact. 🔥

Today, we celebrate the dads who lead by example, serve with dedication, and make sacrifices both at home and in their communities. Thank you for the lessons you teach, the support you provide, and the difference you make every day. From all of us at the iafc.org

🧪🚒 Hazmat 2026 is in full swing! From hands-on pre-con workshops and educational sessions to live demonstrations, networking, and the latest innovations in hazardous materials response, there's something happening around every corner in Baltimore. iafc.org

🧪🚒 Hazmat 2026 is underway in Baltimore! Great day of pre-cons, demos, meetings, and connections. There's still time to join us or follow along for highlights from the conference. 👉 iafc.org/hazmatconf