With #Erin expected to be the first Atlantic #hurricane of the 2025 season, the #IAFF urges caution during severe weather especially when using generators. ⚠️

👨‍🚒 #Firefighters, remind your community:

✅ Use generators only when necessary
✅ Power essential equipment only

🔥 #OnThisDay in 1951, the #IAFF launched its inaugural Photographers Award Contest, now known as the Media Awards Contest.

Winning entries are recognized in #FireFighter International magazine and online.

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📅 Aug. 21 | 🕛 12 p.m. ET
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#OnThisDay in 1954, #IAFF members passed a convention resolution to designate @MDAorg as its top charity.

Since then, #firefighters have continued to #FillTheBoot, host golf tournaments, & lead events that support research, summer camps, & public health efforts. 💙💛🔥

Understaffed departments don't just endanger #firefighters – they put entire communities at risk.

That’s why @MPFFU is calling for 4 fire fighters per company – the safest, fastest, & most effective way to handle emergencies.

#SafeStaffingSavesLives

🔥 #OnThisDay in 1874, Henry Parmelee patented the first sprinkler head and installed it in his piano factory.

That invention laid the groundwork for the modern sprinkler systems protecting homes and businesses today. 💧🏢

#FireHistory #FireSafety

#OnThisDay in 1944, Smokey the Bear was "born" to help the U.S. @forestservice educate the public about the dangers of forest #fires. 🐻🔥

🚗☀️ Even with the windows cracked, heat can kill – fast. 🐾

On a warm day, a parked car can become deadly for a #pet in minutes.

If you love them, don’t leave them.

#HeatSafety #PetSafety #IAFF