Janelle Foskett

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Janelle Foskett is the editor-in-chief of FireRescue1.com and FireChief.com, responsible for defining original editorial content, tracking industry trends, managing expert contributors and leading execution of special coverage efforts. She joined the Lexipol team in 2019 and has 18 years of experience in fire service media and publishing. Foskett has a bachelor's degree in journalism from California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo and a certificate in technical communications from the University of California, San Diego. She lives in San Diego County, California. Ask questions or submit ideas via email.

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FDIC 2023 Quick Take: ‘An unquenchable faith’ in the mission and each other
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Chief of Training Brian Brush encourages first responders to trust the public’s unquestionable faith in fire/EMS members to power an unquenchable passion for the mission
‘Shouldering the burden’: Sandy Hook responders’ unique role amid tragedy
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“For person after person, it was the firefighters over and over again trying to be helpful in some way,” Second Assistant Chief Rob Sibley recalls of members’ support for the community
Las Vegas 5-years later: ‘Going back is a big deal’
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CAL FIRE Captain Chris Wetzel and his treating mental health provider detail his road from defeat to appreciation in the aftermath of tragedy
On display: The WTC steel that honors the fallen around the world
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Readers share their photos of the World Trade Center steel in their communities
IAFC president calls on Congress to be 'heroes' in support of fire, EMS during pandemic
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Chief Gary Ludwig testified before a House committee, detailing how legislative efforts have helped fire and EMS personnel – and where shortcomings remain
Q&A: Evaluating the state of fire-based EMS in America
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EMS Chief Dr. Mike McEvoy reminds, “There is no other component of the fire service that saves more lives than EMS”
NFFF: Number of fire, EMS personnel COVID-19 deaths hits 50
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Fire and EMS leaders reflect on the grim milestone, as 29 fire service and 21 EMS members have died from the virus
How would the HEROES Act impact fire and emergency services?
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IAFC identifies fire and EMS connections in the bill, calls for support of the latest coronavirus aid package
Ask a PIO: What’s the best way to emphasize the importance of social distancing?
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Four fire/EMS department representatives share their tips for reinforcing health and safety messages during the pandemic
FDNY chief medical director answers 6 key questions about COVID-19 testing
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Dr. David Prezant clarifies the difference between the two test types and what results mean for immunity
Addressing your concerns: COVID-19 resources for EMS personnel
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News and expert analysis to help alleviate the top pandemic-related stressors
Q&A: How fire and EMS leaders can face the economic impacts of the global pandemic
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Chief Steve Pegram details the possible financial impacts facing fire and EMS departments as well as the goals of the IAFC’s Economic Task Force
Q&A: Active shooter prep requires adapting to the 'new normal'
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Chief Norris Croom highlights the need to plan and train for when to stage, when to enter the hot zone and when to retreat
Fire chief describes unprecedented preparations for 'Storm Area 51' event
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Teams are working on multiple contingency plans in anticipation of thousands descending on rural Nevada