Right now, I'm in the studio editing our inaugural episode of Season 2 of "5-Alarm Task Force: News & Issues for Today's First Reponders. This episode features my good friend and a business partner, Tom Mitten, a long-time PIO from Elsmere DE. Tom discussed the duties and challenges of the Public Information Officer's position. What if you're in a smaller combo or volunteer department. Do you need a PIO? How would you go about finding one? Tom fills you in on those questions, too! Look for Episode 20 next Monday, August 14th on iTunes or our podcast page, http://bit.ly/5-AlarmTFPodcast.

But don't stop there! Next week, I have the honor and pleasure of interviewing one of the most prominent names in the American Fire Service, Chief (ret) Bobby Halton. We're going to cover some of the key topics in the fire service today and they effect each and every one of you. Chief Halton's podcast will be available on Monday, August 21st - Total Eclipse Day! (And while we're at it..remember DO ONT ATTEMPT TO WATCH THE ECLIPSE WITH ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIALIZED GLASSES OR APPROVED VIEWING FILTERS!! YOU COULD SEVERELY DAMAGE OR EVEN LOSE YOUR SIGHT. You'll know the difference between correct filters classes and cheap sunglasses or phony filters - if you're wearing the correct filters, you will not be able to see anything around you unless you are looking at the sun!

Coming Attractions: We have some terrific guests coming up in the second season of "5-Alarm Task Force!" Joining us will be Instructor John Dixon, Instructor Andy Starnes, and  Lt. Ryan Pennington of "Jump Seat Views," We'll announce more in the near future!

Stay safe!