Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
A Catskill firefighter suffered minor injuries after a staircase collapsed beneath him during a house fire
Pawtuckett firefighters reached settlements with the city after suing for wrongful termination over discipline tied to alleged cannabis use
Three juveniles were taken into custody after a series of shootings and robberies across Austin that injured four people and targeted homes, apartments and two fire stations
Athens’ new black-and-gold “Screamin’ Eagles” fire engine honors the local high school
Auburn officials say labor agreements may complicate proposed job cuts tied to the city’s planned 8% spending reduction
Communities in wildfire-prone areas must now follow new construction standards, though some local leaders worry about rising rebuilding and enforcement costs
Retired Kalispell firefighter Alan “Gus” Gustafson has spent decades preserving artifacts, including a 1925 American LaFrance pumper he once rode
Officials called the fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber a mass-casualty event in Searsmont
Spouses of Hillsborough County firefighters suited up for hands-on training
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
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
When departments plan a new station or renovate an existing facility, airflow planning and exhaust removal system layout should be considered early in the design process
New public safety Assist Agents will responsibly automate workflows to more effectively serve the community
Cross-country tour features hands-on engagement with next-generation innovations supporting the fire service
Partnership helps agencies improve equipment tracking, inspection documentation, and lifecycle management for personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ten-8 Fire & Safety strengthens its regional capabilities as Emergency Equipment Professionals (EEP) becomes part of the organization