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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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Legal Issues
DOJ seeks death penalty for man accused of killing S.C. paramedic
Federal prosecutors will seek capital punishment for the kidnapping, carjacking and killing of Florence County Paramedic Phonesia Machado-Fore
March 02, 2026 11:27 AM
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Fatal Incidents
4 wounded, 2 dead in road rage stabbing on Va. interstate
Four people were stabbed after a crash on the Outer Loop near Annandale, prompting Virginia State Police to shoot a knife-wielding suspect
March 02, 2026 10:37 AM
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Rescue
Watch: Texas firefighters rescue balloonists stuck on cell phone tower
The balloon struck a cell phone tower in northern Gregg County, leaving two occupants stranded hundreds of feet above the ground
March 02, 2026 09:50 AM
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Memorial
New fund ensures families of fallen EMS providers can attend annual remembrance ceremony
The endowment will help cover costs so families of fallen EMS professionals can take part in the National EMS Memorial Service during the Weekend of Honor
February 26, 2026 11:11 AM
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Ambulance Safety
Video shows Detroit ambulance crash while responding to call
The ambulance had its lights and siren on when it crashed on Detroit’s east side, sending four people to the hospital
February 26, 2026 09:28 AM
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Community Paramedicine
Colo. FD launches community paramedic program to curb repeat 911 calls
Grand Junction’s initiative targets high-utilization patients with chronic conditions, providing in-home follow-up within 48 hours of a 911 call to reduce preventable emergencies and ease EMS demand
February 25, 2026 11:03 AM
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Pediatric Care
National study sets first baseline for EMS pediatric readiness
Survey of nearly 7,000 EMS and fire-rescue agencies reveals where pediatric readiness stands today and where services can strengthen training, coordination and protocols to better care for children in the field
February 25, 2026 09:49 AM
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Good News
Pittsburgh EMS crew chief adds crocheted newborn hats to ambulance kits as pre-hospital births rise
As out-of-hospital births increase to about 12 a year, a Pittsburgh EMS crew chief is crocheting newborn hats to help babies retain body heat during pre-hospital deliveries
February 24, 2026 06:00 AM
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EMS Management
N.C. EMS updates 911 call sorting, lights and siren use as call volume grows
Wake County EMS is rolling out a data-driven dispatch update that sharpens call triage and reduces lights-and-siren responses for select non-critical calls
February 23, 2026 10:11 AM
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EMS Training and Education
Applications open for Jack Stout EMS Fellowship backed by FirstWatch
Now in its fifth year, the Jack Stout EMS Fellowship is offering scholarships and a fully funded leadership training package for emerging EMS leaders
February 19, 2026 09:16 AM
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