Florida Hazardous Materials Symposium

09/17/2026

A LEGACY WORTH RECOGNIZING.

Some individuals don’t simply work in the HazMat profession—they help shape it.

The Richard H. Stilp Lifetime Achievement Award is the highest honor presented by the Florida Hazardous Materials Symposium, recognizing an exceptional career of leadership, mentorship, professional excellence, and lasting contributions to the HazMat emergency response profession.
Think about the people who have spent their careers sharing their knowledge, mentoring others, raising professional standards, and helping make the HazMat community stronger.

Who helped shape the profession for you?

Honor their legacy by nominating them for the Richard H. Stilp Lifetime Achievement Award.

https://www.flhazmatsymposium.org/award-nomination

09/17/2026

REAL PEOPLE. REAL IMPACT.

Every HazMat community has people who make things happen—the leaders, mentors, problem-solvers, and dedicated professionals who continually make a difference.

The HazMat Mover and Shaker Award recognizes individuals whose leadership, service, and commitment have made a significant impact on the HazMat emergency response profession at the local or regional level.
Think about the people you work alongside. Who raises the standard? Who shares their knowledge? Who makes their team, agency, region, and the HazMat profession stronger?

Who is making a difference in your HazMat community?
Give them the recognition they deserve by nominating them for the HazMat Mover and Shaker Award.

https://www.flhazmatsymposium.org/award-nomination

09/17/2026

BIGGER IMPACT. A SAFER TOMORROW.

Some professionals make an impact that reaches far beyond their own department, agency, or community.

The In The Hot Zone Award recognizes individuals whose leadership, service, commitment, and contributions have made a significant impact on the HazMat emergency response profession at the state or national level.
These are the professionals advancing the field, sharing their expertise, mentoring others, strengthening professional standards, and helping shape the future of HazMat response.

Who do you know whose impact reaches beyond their own community?
Recognize their contributions by nominating them for the In The Hot Zone Award.



https://www.flhazmatsymposium.org/award-nomination

08/06/2026

What would you do in this situation? https://www.kwtx.com/2026/08/05/video-shows-truck-carrying-highly-reactive-chemicals-exploding-dennys-parking-lot/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAThV8VjbGNrBOFXtHBkb2YFZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEexHDdmdy0KyWcxB1j6CpN-OZx6D2rA1uZsywvMjIdGyY4ATUHY5atj4ss_VI_aem_SOvaYUhLQxNBV3Ws7Bumuw

Emergency crews in South Carolina responded to a truck explosion in the parking lot of a Spartanburg restaurant.

07/27/2026

Call for presentations! Submission deadline is September 4, 2026. Questions regarding courses and course content should be directed to Jeremy Feil at [email protected]. More information: https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/08c48560-0335-43fd-9544-37c901260627

07/20/2026

Shelter-in-place order lifted following hazmat incident in southwest Louisville

Emergency management officials briefly ordered residents to shelter in place near Rubbertown following a chemical release.

07/20/2026

Mercury was found at multiple locations in Southern California.

Firefighters and hazardous materials crews responded to reports of mercury at multiple locations in Riverside County on Saturday. The incident was reported around 11:24 a.m. near the 24000 block of…

07/06/2026

A major fire erupted at the Haldia Petrochemicals Limited (HPL) plant in Haldia, West Bengal, early Tuesday, leaving at least 35 workers with burn injuries, several of them critically. Firefighters deployed 12 fire tenders to the site, but the blaze had not been fully contained at the time of report...

07/04/2026

Happy Fourth of July from the Florida Hazardous Materials Symposium!

As we celebrate our nation's independence, we want to thank the dedicated hazardous materials professionals, first responders, emergency managers, firefighters, law enforcement, EMS, public health, and industry partners who work every day to keep our communities safe.

Whether you're on duty or enjoying time with family and friends, we wish you a safe and memorable Independence Day.

Stay safe around fireworks, celebrate responsibly, and we'll see you January 18–22, 2027 at the Florida Hazardous Materials Symposium! 🇺🇸