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Bill Carey

Associate Editor

Bill Carey is the associate editor for FireRescue1.com and Â鶹ԭ´´.com. A former Maryland volunteer firefighter, sergeant, and lieutenant, Bill has written for several fire service publications and platforms. His work on firefighter behavioral health garnered a 2014 Neal Award nomination. His ongoing research and writings about line-of-duty death data is frequently cited in articles, presentations, and trainings. Have a news tip? He can be reached at news@lexipol.com.

LATEST ARTICLES
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Off Duty
Fla. firefighter/paramedic honored by Real American Beer as ‘Local Legend’
Real American Beer recognized Hillsborough County Firefighter/Paramedic Matthew Holubik in its national campaign celebrating everyday heroes for his service on and off duty
July 30, 2025 10:00 AM
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FEMA proposes $1B in grant cuts impacting fire, EMS and disaster preparedness programs
A proposed federal budget would eliminate funding for over half of FEMA’s emergency and homeland security grant programs, for training, equipment, and readiness efforts
July 25, 2025 01:29 PM
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Line-of-Duty Death (LODD)
LODD: Fla. firefighter/paramedic dies after falling ill on duty
The St. Lucie County Fire District is honoring firefighter/paramedic Jarius Hodge with full line-of-duty honors following his death after a medical emergency while on shift
July 24, 2025 11:30 AM
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Fire-EMS
7/24, 24/7: Convenience stores across the nation thank first responders
Thousands of convenience stores across the U.S. will offer free coffee, drinks, or snacks to uniformed first responders on July 24 as part of the 2025 24/7 Day
July 24, 2025 10:11 AM
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Memorial
National EMS Memorial Service issues statement regarding FDNY Emergency Dispatcher submission
The National EMS Memorial Service extended condolences and said EMT Frederick Whiteside’s LODD nomination remains under review pending more information
July 23, 2025 04:17 PM
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EMS Management
AIMHI announces 2025 Excellence in EMS Integration Award winners
The AIMHI awards recognize standout agencies, individuals and programs advancing high-value, integrated mobile healthcare
July 02, 2025 08:27 AM
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Stop The Bleed
Amputee teams up with EMS to teach lifesaving bleeding control in Ga. schools
Vansh Patel, who lost his arm in a fatal 2024 crash, is now partnering with Phoebe Putney and Dougherty County EMS to teach Stop the Bleed
June 20, 2025 10:09 AM
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Ambulance Safety
Ambulance fire causes safety concerns among Honolulu EMS crews
Officials say the fleet remains safe, but the latest fire has prompted a full investigation and plans to shift to cooler-running diesel models
May 29, 2025 10:26 AM
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EMS Week
White House honors EMS providers in statement marking EMS Week
The Office of the First Lady honored the dedication and bravery of EMS professionals and their unwavering commitment to serving communities across the nation
May 23, 2025 12:05 PM
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Air Medical Transport
‘Mayday, mayday, mayday': Pa. medevac makes emergency landing on front lawn
Authorities credit the PennSTAR pilot for not crashing into any homes
May 20, 2025 10:09 AM
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