Fire News
Need the most up-to-date news on fireground operations, incident command, recruiting, staffing, training, leadership and firefighter safety? Catch up on the latest news in the fire service world.
BREAKING NEWS
Boston firefighter Robert “Bobby” T. Kilduff Jr., a 24-year veteran and third-generation firefighter, died after falling from the third floor during fire in Dorchester
A $21,000 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant will fund new vehicle extrication tools to help Vacaville firefighters
The 77-foot ladder truck gives Ypsilanti Township firefighters expanded capabilities while replacing an aging single-purpose engine
Orange County Chief TJ McGovern said the crack could be relieving pressure on the tank at the GKN Aerospace facility, which firefighters have been working to cool for days
Anticipated retirements and a limited pool of paramedic-certified firefighter candidates are pushing Stow officials to expand the city’s hiring list
More than 20% of 911 calls to Columbia and Richland County were abandoned before operators answered, raising concerns about staffing shortages and emergency response delays
New standard requires regulated Texas fire service personnel to complete the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s Courage to Be Safe program every five years
Body camera video shows a mother dropping her baby from a second-floor window as flames engulfed the Kalamazoo home
Neighboring departments have responded dozens of times to emergencies in Harvey since budget cuts reduced staffing during an ongoing fiscal crisis
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
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
Oshkosh Corporation recognized for shaping the future of neighborhoods and developing innovative technology to protect everyday heroes
Upgrades to production flow, paint capacity, safety systems and warehousing strengthen Pierce’s ability to meet rising demand for custom fire apparatus