April/May 2026 PA Fire Police Association Newsletter

April/May 2026 PA Fire Police Association Newsletter

The April/May 2026 edition of the Pennsylvania Fire Police Association (PAFPA) newsletter focuses on upcoming legislative changes, essential roadway safety practices, and a busy schedule of training and community events.

You can read the full newsletter here: PAFPA Newsletter April/May26.pdf

📜Key Highlights

• Legislative Gains: New budget proposals aim to expand death and workers' compensation benefits for first responders during disaster emergencies.

• Operational Safety: Leadership emphasizes the necessity of identifying escape routes and establishing pre-warning zones at every traffic control point.

• Summer Preparedness: Guidelines are provided to distinguish between heat exhaustion and heat stroke, urging responders to stay hydrated and use sunscreen.

• Mental Health Awareness: The Pink Sign Project reminds members to take mental health "warning signs" seriously before they become an emergency.

📅Upcoming Events & Training

• 6th First Responders Motorcycle Ride: April 25, 2026, at Londonderry Township Fire Company in Middletown.

• Association Meeting: May 17, 2026, in Lebanon County and via Zoom.

• Training Opportunities: Basic and Advanced Fire Police classes are scheduled for May and June in Butler, Pike, and Bucks Counties.

• PA Fire Weekend: Applications for the National Fire Academy (NFA) are open through June 12, 2026.

Members are encouraged to submit news, photos, or training dates to pafirepolice.office@gmail.com.

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