The National Fire Academy (NFA) has canceled classes immediately amid funding freezes and staffing cuts imposed by President Trump’s administration. The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced the suspension while evaluating agency programs to align with administration priorities. The NFA, critical for the training of firefighters nationwide, was considered essential for developing a premier fire service. The cancellation has disappointed many in the fire community, as instructors were informed to halt travel plans, impacting upcoming training sessions designed to enhance firefighting capabilities.
"The NFA is a powerhouse for the fire service... If we want to continue to have one of the premier fire services in the world, we need to have the National Fire Academy."
"People had made their plane and travel reservations. And all of a sudden, they get an email that 'Sorry, it's been canceled.' It's really upsetting."
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