Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell and Fire Leaders Discuss Safety, Data, and Tech

The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) recently shared a live podcast episode recorded at Fire Rescue International 2025, bringing together leading voices in the fire service and emergency management community.

The discussion features former U.S. Fire Administrator and HSToday Editorial Board member Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell; Mark Novak, Fire Chief at Vail Fire and Emergency Services; Erik Litzenberg, Senior Wildland Fire Advisor at IAFC; and Kevin Sofen, Technology Advisor at IAFC.

The wide-ranging conversation covers current challenges and opportunities in the fire service, from health and safety concerns to the use of data and new technologies. Speakers also explore how emergency management strategies are evolving to meet emerging risks.

The full recording of the discussion is available below:

(AI was used in part to facilitate this article.)

Matt Seldon, BSc., is an Editorial Associate with HSToday. He has over 20 years of experience in writing, social media, and analytics. Matt has a degree in Computer Studies from the University of South Wales in the UK. His diverse work experience includes positions at the Department for Work and Pensions and various responsibilities for a wide variety of companies in the private sector. He has been writing and editing various blogs and online content for promotional and educational purposes in his job roles since first entering the workplace. Matt has run various social media campaigns over his career on platforms including Google, Microsoft, Facebook and LinkedIn on topics surrounding promotion and education. His educational campaigns have been on topics including charity volunteering in the public sector and personal finance goals.

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