Congratulations Battalion Chief Jason Harmsen!!!
WHOA!? Sometimes life gives you moments where you have to stop, look around, and really take in what is happening. Hearing that Jason Harmsen has been promoted to Battalion Chief…
Clayton County Fire Department
Are You Okay? Why Larry Conley’s “Powerless” Speech Matters More Than Ever
I was working on a project and came across Larry Conley’s speech, “Powerless,”. It hit me in a way that I think many firefighters, first responders, military members, nurses, and…
From Explorer to Firefighter: Thank You, Chief Hall & Clayton County Fire
I started my journey as an Explorer at just 13, turning 14. I didn’t know what I wanted back then. I thought maybe I’d be a teacher, then the military,…
The First Year As A Firefighter: Being Proactive and the Power of the Little Things
I recently had the chance to attend a recruit graduation for the Clayton County Fire Department something I hadn’t done in probably a good decade. As someone who’s been in…
How a New Wrist Alert Tech Could Change the Game for Firefighters
Hey folks, let me tell you about something pretty interesting that’s been buzzing around the fire service world and I mean that literally. There’s this new wrist gadget, kind of…
The Heart of a Firefighter: More Than Skills, It’s Compassion
In the world of first responders, being a firefighter EMT is akin to being a real life superhero. As a Clayton County Firefighter EMT, I’ve witnessed, experienced, and undertaken challenges…
