Police Officer Jason Rivera rose to every challenge that crossed his path. He was everything that the city and NYPD needed him to be. It is with sincere admiration and appreciation that I promote him to Detective First Grade. #NeverForget.

The thin blue line made up of thousands stretched for blocks today for our final salute to Detective Jason Rivera. With heavy hearts, we’re bonded by our solemn vow to #NeverForget our fallen hero.

Our team in Amtrak Media Relations works closely with Jacques R. Kochen's team. Come join us! Remember: #NoStateSalesTax in Delaware! lnkd.in/d-i7PCGt

HEARTBREAKING. Rest In Peace Philadelphia Fire Chief Jim Smith. He courageously fought cancers for decades. Condolences to his family, friends & @IAFF22 Adam K. Thiel IAFC SHS Section IAFC Philadelphia Fire Academy READ ABOUT CHIEF SMITH: A Wealth of Knowledge Garnered & Shared. firehouse.com/operations-tra…

121 years ago today, Anna Magee was hired to be station Matron at Engine 19. Her husband James died in the line of duty in 1898. The Magee family has served the PFD for generations. On #InternationalWomensDay we honor Anna and all of the women who have served the Philadelphia Fire.

In Memory of P.F.D. Historian Jack Wright. April 6, 2021. Rest Easy Jack. Philadelphia Fire Philadelphia Fire Academy Firemans Hall Museum Philadelphia OEM

Ladder 120 - Watkins Street responding in March 1970. Video shared by: David Gray

June 2, 2002, THE WIRE premiered on HBO. A visual novel. A reflection on our American dysfunction. A powerful piece of art. My life and career changed forever. Gratitude.

Congratulations to Fire and EMS Chief John Donnelly! Today officially marks 30 yrs of service with #DCsBravest. He has made an indelible mark with every step through his career and continues to lead from the front! Thank you for your service Chief! DC Fire & EMS Chief

That’s a wrap on the 21-22 school year. I’ve had the privilege to teach another impressive group of children. Holding on tight to this note and continuing to keep this quote at the forefront of everything I do! Time to slow things down a bit. Lizzy Haddon School Haddonfield Schools

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🚨 Coming Soon! New edition of the Curator's Corner. We'll be covering the history of the PFD's fire boats.

EXCLUSIVE: Cancer deaths among firefighters are skyrocketing. The country’s biggest firefighters union and the city fire chiefs are warning that the gear that firefighters wear may be preloaded with cancer-causing chemicals, according to studies. Tom Costello reports.

I have never read an International Association of Fire Fighters memo that was so sharp and direct. Keep up the good fight Edward A. Kelly and Dr. Wu. IAFF Responds to Fire Engineering Webcast, ‘Firefighting PPE Evaluations: From Need to Selection’ fireengineering.com/health-safety/… via Fire Engineering

Congratulations to Firefighter Sean Frazer, Paramedic Asia Johnson and Advanced EMT Amanda Matthews.

Museum board member Bob Shea received the Silver Salver Award from the Fire Mark Circle of the Americas. The Silver Salver is the most prestigious award given by the Fire Mark Circle and Bob is the only 2-time recipient. Congratulations Bob! Pictured: Bob Shea and Carol Smith

Congrats Chief, see you at Fireman’s Hall.

This is why all public safety leaders in a 12 county region trusted Gary S. The Phil WFO issued relevant Weather Briefings used for critical deployment decisions. To top it off Gary always answers his phone to help us understand the threat.

DISCIPLINE IS A WAY OF LIFE This entire clip from Coach Saban is pure gold. Discipline is everything. Every player should watch this clip understanding how they do drills in practice, how they warm up, or do anything is a mentality. It can't be turned on or off.

*EXCELLENT NEWS ALERT*: Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) Secretary Russ Strickland has been reappointed as Secretary of Emergency Management. Russ's combination of vision, operational experience, and deep caring about Marylanders is unmatched. (He literally changed the Department's motto to: "We care.")