Firefighters are often the first on the scene when something goes wrong on the farm — but the hazards they encounter aren’t always the ones they train for. This week, the National Farm Medicine Center is highlighting the need for stronger firefighter ag-safety education, from navigating livestock barns and machinery entanglements to handling chemical and grain-bin emergencies. Officials say better preparation keeps both first responders and farm families safer. Training programs continue to expand nationwide as departments look to close the knowledge gap.
