Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
A rapid intervention crew rescued two Fort Worth firefighters after wind-driven flames and intense heat overtook crews operating on the second floor of a burning home
The Sept. 3 event will bring together clinicians, researchers, first responders and advocates to examine 25 years of 9/11-related healthcare and research
Scranton’s proposed 2027 capital budget includes $190,000 to purchase three used ambulances as the city moves toward integrating public and private EMS response
The Baraboo Area Fire and EMS District is asking its five municipalities for sharply higher contributions as unpaid patient bills, wage increases and rising operating costs strain its budget
Firefighters reached 27% containment on the 23-square-mile wildfire near Reno as evacuation orders and warnings dropped from more than 90,000 people to about 63,000
The fast-growing Nevada wildfire has burned more than 23 square miles, damaged homes and injured six people, including three first responders
A Forest Grove engine crew found a burning vehicle and a gunshot victim at a rural property where investigators later discovered five people dead
Robert Danbom lost part of his leg after colliding with a Los Angeles fire truck that his lawsuit alleged failed to stop before entering a busy intersection
Americans are invited to honor fallen firefighters by climbing, sharing a tribute and challenging others
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
First Due is again the highest-ranked Fire & EMS software company on the list
Three-year partnership expands access to programs that strengthen those who serve
How thoughtful fire station design can integrate exhaust removal and clean-air systems to reduce firefighter exposure to diesel exhaust and airborne contaminants
“When Disaster Strikes… What Happens Next?” will Guide First Responders and Emergency Managers Through the Disaster Declaration Process and the Fiscal Realities of Recovery
Flagstaff officials are exploring a three-drone program that could help firefighters locate smoke, assess crashes and medical emergencies, and give dispatchers real-time information before crews arrive
Warranty registration, size-fit tools, product updates and community connection all in one place
New map layers give public safety agencies real-time fire detection and smoke conditions integrated directly into LiveOps at no additional cost