To further expand the scope of firefighter knowledge for local youth looking to pursue a career in the fire service, the Fairfield Fire Department hosted day one of the first-ever Joint Fire Explorer ...

Bud Burton is one of the original advisors and he said, “It’s like in evolution. Every so often something big happens and I can’t wait to see what’s next.” Burton was there decades ago when the Fire ...

For some, becoming a first responder in Central Illinois starts earlier than you might think. Take for instance the Fire ...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Fire Department is now accepting applications from people interesting in joining a program that gives people a taste of firefighting. It’s the Adult Explorer ...

“I think it’s been a great program for our fire company and for many of the companies that I know and work with that are involved in the Explorers,” Herberger said. “As time’s evolved, I’ve seen it go ...

FRANKLIN — For the first time in four years, the Franklin Division of Fire’s recently revamped explorers program will compete in a regional district competition next month. The fire explorers program ...

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - Do you have what it takes to become a firefighter? The Clark County Fire Department Explorer Program is welcoming new members in June. The program is modeled after CCFD’s ...

LAFAYETTE, La. — The Lafayette Fire Department is looking for applicants interested in the Fire Explorer program. Through Boy Scouts of America, the Fire Explorer Post is a hands-on, classroom-based ...

Seven aspiring young firefighters from Foxboro recently returned home after getting a chance to participate in some “on the job” training in Illinois to prepare them for what may become a future ...

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Character-building, hands-on experience and personal growth. The Fresno Fire Department's explorer program has been a launching pad for young firefighters for decades. The ...