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
After a bug zapper hazing led to the firing of three firefighters, St. Lucie County’s fire board voted to terminate Chief Jeff Lee without cause, following a union no-confidence vote
Building on the 2024 World Fire Congress, the UL Research Institutes monthly sessions will tackle issues from lithium-ion battery safety to firefighter health
The 32-page guide outlines 21 considerations for moving DFR programs from concept to operation, drawing on input from seven accredited fire agencies
Halloween fires account for an average of 25 deaths per year, according to the U.S. Fire Administration
Chris Sorensen, who co-founded the sandwich chain with his brother in 1994, is remembered for shaping Firehouse Subs’ identity and establishing a foundation that has awarded more than $118 million to first responder departments
Fire Chief Doug Wehmeyer said a stalled train turned a 30-second response into seven minutes, a long-standing problem in Lockland
The high court’s ruling leaves in place former Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s 2024 decision to void Khalid Sheikh Mohammed’s plea agreement sparing him execution
Carroll County’s unanimous vote creates a $10 million revolving loan program to help 14 volunteer fire companies afford fire engines costing over $1 million and ladder trucks exceeding $2 million
Fire Chief Austin Antrim says the library’s lack of sprinklers and aging wiring pose serious fire risks, backing a $1 million town contribution toward a $4 million renovation voters will decide
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A new study ranks fire supervision as a prime option, so how do we make this connection for the younger members of our communities?
Recent incidents highlight issues of favoritism and territorialism clouding decisions around mutual-aid response
My legal career is predicated on defending providers who find themselves on the wrong end of the law because of the difficult judgement calls in the heat of a moment. This is not that scenario.
Resignations often signal leadership disputes, safety concerns and unresolved conflicts — issues that often build long before members decide to walk away
Here’s what EMS providers should know about the updated standards, national assessments and opportunities to improve pediatric care together
A USFA report details how an undetected basement fire, a modified support system and a sudden floor collapse led to one of the deadliest incidents in department history
PRODUCT NEWS
Wilton Fire Department serves approximately 25 square miles in Wilton, Connecticut, protecting a community of 18,500 residents with fire, rescue, EMS, and hazmat services
Haverhill’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant will fund 75 new Scott SCBA packs, 116 masks and 150 cylinders, replacing gear nearing the end of its service life without relying on a city-funded capital project
Terrain Follow allows any Paladin drone to automatically adjust its altitude as the ground below rises and falls
The three-year agreement makes Waco the second Texas department to test Qwake’s C-THRU helmet, which combines thermal imaging with navigation, communication and safety alerts