Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
More than 100 people rallied behind the Taftville Volunteer Fire Company amid an ongoing dispute with Norwich officials over the Unified Command policy and fears of a possible suspension
More than 50 residents were displaced and two firefighters were injured after a fire tore through a 44-unit apartment building in Groton
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue crews used a high-point mechanical advantage system to lift Marge from between two trees
City Council Speaker Julie Menin wants to add a fifth firefighter to 86 FDNY engine companies in high-risk areas
A technical rescue team lowered the injured maintenance worker through the center of the Bradenton tank after he fell while sandblasting
Fire officials said the drones will help assess structure fires before apparatus arrive, improving situational awareness for commanders
Firefighter Travis Langan smashed through a Tesla’s sunroof to rescue Carmen Pinto from rising floodwaters on the Jackie Robinson Parkway
An exterior attack along with water supply operations in Columbia
Firefighters responding to a reported gas leak arrived as a blast tore through an Oak Cliff apartment building, injuring at least five people
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Public safety leaders need to evaluate the impact of executive orders and policy pronouncements on their departments and communities
The Santa Ana winds mirror the self-generated fire winds following German air raids on the city of London during World War II
A deadly vehicle attack in New Orleans underscores the need for EMS to adapt to evolving threats, exploring strategies for prevention, response and building resilience
An explainer and action plan based on the Consensus Statement of NAEMSP, IAFF and IACP
A new study ranks fire supervision as a prime option, so how do we make this connection for the younger members of our communities?
NYPD bodycam footage from the Jordan Neely trial underscores the importance of hands-only CPR and AED use when faced with an unresponsive subject
PRODUCT NEWS
This acquisition strengthens WPSG’s presence in Western Pennsylvania and enhances its ability to deliver hands-on service, product expertise, and support to fire departments across the region
The award recognizes Atlantic Emergency Solutions’ strong performance in apparatus and aftermarket sales, operational growth and continued investment in service capabilities
Guardian delivers 24/7 operations, unmatched imaging, Starlink connectivity, and more to help public safety agencies respond to 911 calls and save lives
BRINC and the National League of Cities partner to help cities nationwide deploy drones to 911 calls
This next-generation drone initiative aims to modernize emergency response and keep American communities and those who protect them safe
This order marks the first Pierce High Flow Industrial Pumper to enter service outside the United States
The primary update to both SCBA models is a regulatory change to the End-of-Service-Time Indicator, adjusting the low-air alarm set point to more accurately reflect the rated cylinder volume
Two Ashtabula County departments will use more than $21,000 in state equipment grants to purchase SCBA and battery-powered tools
Drawing on decades of expertise, the potential Hexagon spin-off helps organizations navigate uncertainty and manage change across the world’s most critical infrastructure
Firefighters face enough risks on the job — breathing toxic diesel fumes inside the station shouldn’t be one of them, which is why MagneGrip manufactures both source-capture exhaust removal and air purification systems
Using a large national EMS dataset, the report delivers a data-driven snapshot of clinical, operational and workforce trends to inform decision-making and system improvement