Firefighting History
The new Engine 23 from Seagrave revives the department’s 1970s-era Omaha Orange and white color scheme to enhance visibility and honor its history
Nearly 14 years after the EF-5 tornado devastated Joplin, killing around 160 and leveling entire neighborhoods, a documentary captures the chaos and heroism
From racetracks to rescue trucks, discover the history, inventor and modern use of the Jaws of Life tools that help save lives in seconds
The four-piece band of musically inclined firefighters plays traditional Irish and Scottish marches at around 20 events each year
The evolution of emergency services provided by municipal fire departments and the fire service budget
An FDNY ledger from 1881, assumed forever lost, emerged from the shadows of history in the hands of a school administrator
The Edward M. Cotter — believed to be the oldest active fireboat in the world — has been putting out fires and breaking up ice for 118 years
“Seeing all the old guys at the old station and what it meant to them … there (are) a lot of memories that will never go away,” Chief John Soisson said
The reclusive owners of the Ghost Ship warehouse, where 36 people died in a fire, claim the electrician lied about being a licensed contractor
His passing marks the end of a long tenure as an advocate for the fire service and federal funding in the industry
Share these video and audio recordings of gas leaks and explosions with your fellow firefighters
Five years has made a world of difference to first responders on the ground in Boston on race day, thanks to the reliability of FirstNet’s communication network
The plea agreement was a package deal, meaning both defendants had to accept the offer or neither would get it
Derek Almena and Max Harris would not have to serve their full terms because they would each get credit for the year they have spent in jail
The bomb squad safely blew up the device in a nearby field, according to bomb technician Chad Ege
Thirteen Eugene Springfield Fire recruits at the department’s training academy spent the past six weeks refurbishing the Browder life safety net
Danville Fire Captain Billy Scearce has created 400 pieces of art out of retired fire helmets
The Charleston Fire Department will hold a commemoration ceremony to honor the nine firefighters who died while battling a blaze at the Sofa Super Store in 2007
A plaque honoring Firefighter Thomas F. O’Brien was unveiled Tuesday during a brief, poignant ceremony to commemorate his death in October 1935
Embrace firefighter camaraderie, diversity and history while moving forward to embrace the future with passion
Firefighter-paramedic Scott Moder presented 98-year-old Jo Miller with her late husband Ben’s helmet, which Moder’s mother found online
Independence Fire Department firefighters began restoring first motorized pumper engine truck from 1928 25 years ago
It’s time modern firefighters learn the true stories of past fire service visionaries and leaders who helped elevate the fire culture
As the fifth anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing approaches, Cambridge Fire Department officials say they are ready for potential terrorist activity
Retired East Liverpool Fire Department Assistant Chief Gary Cornell published “Hit ‘Em Out,” a collection of stories and information about the department since its formation in 1884
Oakland Fire Chief Darin White announced that he is searching for a new leader to the Fire Prevention Bureau after Miguel Trujillo resigned
Julie Ryan became a volunteer firefighter in 1944 after most of the male firefighters had been sent off to fight in World War II
“Those that formed this group 100 years ago were doing it to assure that those that came after them would have better working conditions”
These five firefighters prove that there are certain qualities inherent in those who choose to put on turnouts and run toward danger
Derick Almena and Max Harris pleaded not guilty to the 36 felony counts; the jury trial is set for July 16
In the 50+ years since its inception, 911 emergency response has evolved into an advanced framework helping others
“One spark ... one spark and (it would be) real bad,” Officer Moises Polanco said to Officer Jonathan Low, who questioned whether the structure was stable
Feb. 7 marked the 50th anniversary of a deadly explosion that occurred at the Mickelberry Sausage Plant and killed four firefighters