Wisconsin State Fire Inspectors Association

Addressing Recent Mega-Warehouse Fires: The Reality of Fire Protection and Modern Infrastructure Linthicum Heights, MD, June 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In recent months, a troubling pattern has emerged regarding mega-warehouse fires across the...

Thank you to Scott Nyholm from Clean Chutes USA for conducting trash chute code requirements training for WSFIA Area 2 members today at Sun Prairie Fire & EMS - Fire Division.

Thank you to Sprinkler Fitters Local 183 Business Agent/Training Director Downer Malecki and Business Agent Dan Olson for conducting training on NFPA 13 requirements at the monthly WSFIA Area 1 chapter meeting today. Thank you to Sprinkler Fitters Local 183 for hosting the meeting and providing lunch.

2026 Conference – Registration - ICC Register for the 2026 ICC Annual Conference and Expo. See pricing, pass options, educational offerings, hotel details and more.

Firefighter Safety Stand Down: History, themes and how to participate The initiative calls for the suspension of non-emergency activities to focus solely on safety and health training and discussion

Fire Marshal Hops and Deputy Fire Marshal Malin are back — this time focusing on Carbon Monoxide Safety

Carbon monoxide (CO) is known as the “Invisible Killer” because you can’t see it, smell it, or taste it. Even small amounts over time can make you sick, while large amounts can quickly become deadly.

🔥 Common sources of carbon monoxide include:
✔️ Vehicles left running
✔️ Furnaces and fuel-burning appliances
✔️ Generators
✔️ Grills and propane-powered equipment

🛑 Protect your family with these important safety tips:
✔️ Install CO alarms outside sleeping areas and on every level of your home
✔️ Test alarms regularly and never ignore chirping or activation alerts
✔️ Never run vehicles inside garages — even with the garage door open
✔️ Keep grills and generators outside and far away from your home

If your carbon monoxide alarm activates or you suspect CO exposure:
➡️ Get everyone outside immediately
➡️ Call 911
➡️ Do not re-enter the home until it is declared safe

Fire Marshal Hops and Deputy Fire Marshal Malin are proud to continue bringing safety education to the community in a fun and engaging way! Stay tuned for more comics in the SPFD Safety Series.

The Northern Illinois Fire Inspectors Association NIFIA annual symposium is coming up November 1-4 at the Great Wolf Lodge in Gurnee. To learn more or get registered visit their website https://northernillinoisfireinspectorsassociation.org/symposium

The Town of Buchanan Fire & Rescue, WI hosted an open house to connect with its community and share an important message.

Using banners and HFSC's side by side demonstration video, they helped show how quickly fire conditions can change and how installed home fire sprinklers can make a difference.

A strong example of turning education into real impact at the local level.