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
Nearly four years after firefighter Austin Duran was fatally injured while moving a sand trailer, Apopka officials voted to destroy the equipment at the request of his family
The Cascade Fire Department is developing a BLS transport program to handle rising low-acuity calls and reduce delays when private providers are tied up on higher-priority emergencies
The cancer research initiative collects firefighter health and exposure data to better understand cancer risks
A $19,100 state grant will help the Oswego Fire Protection District replace aging extractors used to remove carcinogens from firefighters’ protective gear
The Stow Fire Department is expanding its hiring process as retirements increase and a limited supply of certified firefighter/paramedics makes it harder to fill vacancies
The Schaumburg Fire Department says the new fee policy is aimed at reducing repeated calls for lift assists and household help
Rescue 2 firefighter Robert “BK” Kilduff Jr. warned fellow firefighters to back away moments before a Dorchester building collapsed, an act credited with helping save firefighters
Harlem-Roscoe Fire Protection District firefighter/paramedic John Morgan was remembered for his dedication to public service and compassionate patient care
City leaders are pushing for funding to determine when officials first knew Ground Zero air quality was dangerous and to release records tied to post-9/11 exposure risks
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
This session will bring together leading public safety and communications experts to examine how FirstNet, the dedicated public safety communications network, was leveraged to support planning, operations, and response during a global-scale sporting event
Expanding fire training procurement
The department’s transition to Pierce custom chassis pumpers reflects a commitment to firefighter safety, operational efficiency and apparatus built specifically for urban fire service demands
The 14th annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field will commemorate the 25th year since the September 11th terrorist attacks. Registration is now open for the event co-sponsored by the Green Bay Metro Fire Department and Pierce Manufacturing
Pierce Manufacturing Demonstrates the Future of Fire Apparatus Innovation at FDIC International 2026
Pierce Manufacturing demonstrated how fire apparatus innovation, connected technologies and evolving manufacturing advancements are driving the future of the fire service
Connect daily vehicle inspections with maintenance workflows in a single, streamlined platform to enhance compliance and uptime for mission-critical fleets
PSTrax provides an operational readiness platform used by public safety agencies to track inspections, equipment status, and operational documentation