Rescue Ready: Fort Buchanan Firefighters Strengthen Readiness and Protect Combat Power

Story by Carlos Cuebas February 20, 2026 at 03:19PM Firefighters assigned to Fort Buchanan Fire & Emergency Services conducted specialized vehicle extrication training Feb. 19 at the department’s training compound, strengthening the installation’s emergency response capabilities and directly supporting mission readiness.

USS Theodore Roosevelt hosts Norwegian Foot March

Story by Lt. Julia Doggett February 20, 2026 at 03:45PM SAN DIEGO – Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), America-class amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 3 (HSC 3) and first responders from Coronado Fire Department participated in a Norwegian Foot March at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, testing their physical and mental resolve in an 18.6-mile ruck for time, Feb. 20, 2026.

Rigorous assessment validates Dickinson's expertise with Chief Fire Officer designation

Story by Eric Kowal February 19, 2026 at 12:46PM PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. - In a testament to years of dedication, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to public safety, Charles J (CJ) Dickinson II, Picatinny Arsenal Fire Department (PAFD) Battalion Chief of Special Operations, has earned the esteemed Chief Fire Officer (CFO) designation from the Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC).

NSA Bahrain Fire Department & Civilian Firefighter Win Regional Awards

Story by Petty Officer 1st Class Zachary Shea February 18, 2026 at 05:39AM Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain’s Fire and Emergency Services Department (FESD) was selected as 2025 Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central (CNREURAFCENT) Fire Department of the Year (Small). Additionally, NSA Bahrain firefighter Ahmed Dakhail was selected as 2025 CNREURAFCENT Civilian Firefighter of the Year. NSA Bahrain’s FESD and Dakhail were selected for this award after competing with nine installations and numerous smaller commands throughout the Region.

NSA Bahrain Fire Department & Civilian Firefighter Win Regional Awards

Story by Petty Officer 1st Class Zachary Shea February 18, 2026 at 05:39AM Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain’s Fire and Emergency Services Department (FESD) was selected as 2025 Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central (CNREURAFCENT) Fire Department of the Year (Small). Additionally, NSA Bahrain firefighter Ahmed Dakhail was selected as 2025 CNREURAFCENT Civilian Firefighter of the Year. NSA Bahrain’s FESD and Dakhail were selected for this award after competing with nine installations and numerous smaller commands throughout the Region.