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
Rapid growth on the Wrights Spring Fire cut off Jason Ensign’s escape route as he supported firefighting operations near the Yahwee Plateau
Cleveland’s $170,000 “Blocker 1” uses a crash attenuator to absorb impacts and shield firefighters, EMS personnel and police working highway incidents
The lawsuit alleges Wilson County terminated Lt. Colton Young after he publicly raised concerns about two-person engine staffing
Several Metro Detroit communities are determining how to fund fire, EMS and police services after voters rejected millage requests
An FBI counter-drone task force detected 41 unauthorized drones in four days, including one that grounded firefighting aircraft during wildfire operations
The former Hillsborough County firefighter/paramedic alleges he was discriminated against for using physician-authorized medical marijuana, while the county maintains its zero-tolerance policy
A suspected gas explosion killed one person and injured 14 others as crews battled heavy fire and structural collapse
Firefighters are strengthening containment lines on the Old Trails, Autumn Lane and Fairview fires as hotter, drier weather threatens recent gains
Crews assigned to the Tartar Fire were removed from the Devil’s Elbow area and other sections of the fire; officials said firefighters would disengage if the conduct continued
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
The incident has reignited debate over department directives and personal beliefs
PRODUCT NEWS
The latest innovation in the FirstNet network, the nationwide network core is designed specifically for public safety’s unique needs
Longtime ballistic helmet leader to guide next chapter of protection, innovation and growth
How Goshen Township, OH and Holland, MI Fire Departments Prioritized Clean Air in Their New Stations
Fire departments are investing in exhaust removal and air filtration systems to reduce firefighters’ exposure to toxic particulates inside stations
The Ricochet PPE Award Program will provide 15 volunteer departments with 75 sets of specialized gear for EMS, wildland and technical rescue operations
ImageTrend announced a leadership transition as the company accelerates AI-powered product development and expands its software platform for EMS, fire, healthcare and public safety agencies
Led by Motorola Solutions, with participation from Index Ventures and Dylan Field, this round brings BRINC’s total capital raised to well over a quarter billion dollars
First Due became the official platform for the CAL FIRE Incident Reporting System, known as CALFIRS, as the Department’s incident reporting system