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Bill Carey

Associate Editor

Bill Carey is the associate editor for FireRescue1.com and EMS1.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.

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Substance Use Disorders
Ga. EMT arrested on suspicion of DUI while on call
Garden City officers say the EMT smelled of alcohol at a death scene and refused a breath test
October 30, 2025 11:15 AM
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EMS1 Grants
Ala. FD wins $195K FEMA grant to upgrade EMS equipment
The Springville Fire Department will use the AFG money for new EMS equipment and to strengthen emergency response capabilities
October 30, 2025 10:29 AM
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Legislation and Funding
Iowa county approves pay raises for EMTs and paramedics to boost recruitment
Greene County supervisors adopted a mid-range plan, raising full-time ambulance wages to between $23 and $27 per hour across all tiers
October 29, 2025 12:13 PM
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Rural EMS
Texas county partnership launches dedicated ambulance service focused on response times
A taxpayer-funded partnership with Allegiance Mobile Health will provide 24/7 ambulance coverage to rural areas of Jasper County, aiming to cut response times
October 29, 2025 10:48 AM
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National First Responders Day
Ky. county first responders take center stage at hospital’s ‘Heroes Fest’
Firefighters, EMS crews and police officers connected with Warren County families, highlighting the training and teamwork behind public safety
October 28, 2025 09:58 AM
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National First Responders Day
Ohio officials dedicate bridge in honor of first responders
The new Hubbard Main Street bridge marks the city’s first tribute to local first responders, with officials praising their courage and commitment
October 28, 2025 09:14 AM
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EMS Training and Education
‘Memaw Brigade’ of seniors helps train Mo. first responders
The St. Charles County Ambulance District is using senior volunteers to simulate real-world calls and improve fall injury assessments
October 20, 2025 02:23 PM
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EMS Training and Education
Wash. may open EMT courses to high schoolers as young as 16
State health officials opened rulemaking to expand high school EMS education and tackle the workforce shortage
October 17, 2025 10:28 AM
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Ambulances and Emergency Vehicles
Detroit rolls out 13 new ambulances as part of $10.7M FD apparatus upgrade
The city unveiled 10 engines, 13 ambulances and 6 command vehicles to sustain fast response times and replace aging rigs
October 16, 2025 10:44 AM
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Legal Issues
Fla. man sentenced to prison after ambushing paramedics
A Sarasota man got 40 years plus 20 years’ probation for a staged 2019 shooting at Sarasota County paramedics after an automated 911 “fall” alert
October 15, 2025 12:59 PM
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