Urban Firefighter Magazine

Genesis Erich Roden, Publisher and Senior Editor Welcome to the revolution.  Not a revolution in terms of mission, tradition, or fire serv...

Welcome to the inaugural issue of Urban Firefighter Magazine. With each issue, you will have the ability to comment on each article and prof...

Ray McCormack Lieutenant, Ladder 28, FDNY. Ray speaks to the competitive spirit of firefighters who understand the importance of being in th...

Erich profiles an exceptional firefighter from Chicago who talks about playing professional football and fighting fires; and why they both p...

Erich discusses a common fire in the urban setting, the detached garage, and how to safely operate during these fires. (page 12)

Erich Roden profiles legendary fire photographer: Bill Noonan, and gets his take on getting that iconic fire photo; and why it’s important t...

David Rickert Firefighter, Truck 9 Milwaukee Fire Department. The Milwaukee Fire Department has a unique method of ventilating peaked-roofs;...