Alabama Fire College

06/07/2026

Today, our crews have responded to multiple incidents involving vehicles trapped in floodwaters.

If you encounter water covering a roadway, TURN AROUND — DON’T DROWN.

Never attempt to drive through flooded roads. The depth of the water may be impossible to judge, the roadway beneath may be washed away, and even a small amount of moving water can carry a vehicle off the road.

Under no circumstances should you drive around barricades or road closure signs. These closures are in place for your safety. Driving around them is not only extremely dangerous, but it is also illegal.

Please avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve. If you must be on the road, slow down, stay alert, and never take chances with floodwaters.

Your destination is not worth your life.

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

06/05/2026

🔥🎗️ June is .

The stress of the job doesn't always end when the call is over. If you or a fellow member are struggling, help is available.

Explore resources for members ➡️ iaff.org/behavioral-health

06/05/2026

Fitness isn’t just about strength. It’s about staying ready to serve.

Safety Stand Down 2026 (June 14–20) breaks firefighter fitness into daily focus areas:
• Foundations
• Intentional
• Technique
• Nutrition
• Evaluation
• Sleep
• Strategies for Success

Use these topics to guide training, conversations, and long-term health in your department.
Get started: www.safetystanddown.org

06/05/2026

LIVE FIRE INSTRUCTOR / INSTRUCTOR IN CHARGE

Congratulations to our JBSA Fire & Emergency Services personnel who successfully completed the Live Fire Instructor and Instructor in Charge course conducted by the Alabama Fire College at JBSA.

This intensive program provided advanced instruction in live fire training operations, instructor responsibilities, safety management, risk assessment, and compliance with NFPA standards. Graduates strengthened their ability to safely plan, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate live fire training evolutions, ensuring our firefighters receive realistic, effective, and standards-based training.

Congratulations to all participants on this outstanding achievement.

*Pictured are several of the course graduates. Not all participants are shown.

Nik Quintana
Dalon El Bey Hall
Nathan Broherd
Coby Hyatt
SaMario Davis
Chad McIlheran
Alec Cano
Watkins

Not pictured
Ali Hayes
George G. Hall
Andrew Sanchez
Joe Burns
Smith

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

June 1, 2026, Emergency Vehicle Driver will no longer be a prerequisite for Fire Apparatus Operator courses. All driving JPRs will now be completed within FAO: Pumper, FAO: Aerial, and FAO: Mobile Water Supply. Learn more: www.alabamafirecollege.org/faoseries.

🚨Attention Instructors!🚨

Instructor update sessions will be held via Zoom:
📅 June 9 at 6pm
📅 June 10 at 10:30am

06/04/2026

☀️🚗 SUMMER ROAD TRAVEL SAFETY TIPS 🚗☀️

Summer means vacations, road trips, and more vehicles on the road. Before you hit the highway, take a few minutes to prepare for a safe journey.

✅ Plan Your Route – Check traffic, weather, and construction delays before leaving.

✅ Inspect Your Vehicle – Check tires, fluids, brakes, lights, and windshield wipers.

✅ Buckle Up – Every passenger, every trip.

✅ Avoid Distracted Driving – Put the phone away and focus on the road.

✅ Get Plenty of Rest – Drowsy driving can be just as dangerous as impaired driving.

✅ Take Breaks Often – Stop every 2 hours or 100 miles to stretch and stay alert.

✅ Stay Hydrated – Keep water available, especially during extreme heat.

✅ Watch for Roadside Responders – Slow Down and Move Over for emergency vehicles, tow trucks, utility crews, and highway workers.

✅ Keep an Emergency Kit – Include water, snacks, first aid supplies, flashlight, phone charger, and jumper cables.

✅ Never Leave Children or Pets in a Vehicle – Even for a few minutes. Temperatures inside a vehicle can become deadly very quickly.

🌞 A little preparation can make a big difference. Travel safely, arrive safely, and enjoy your summer adventures!

06/04/2026

BVFD is proud to partner with Alabama Cooperative Extension by hosting their first Venomous Snake Training on Saturday June 13th. There are still 6 spots open for first responders who would like to attend. Please sign up by the QR code provided or the link posted .