Firefighting History
Detailing the incremental change related to family leave, laws, station design, grooming, gear and leadership opportunities
The Massachusetts city was primed for disaster, but strong command stopped the primary fire spread in hours
Detailing the evolution of heat detectors in the late-1800s to modern-day “smart” smoke detectors
City inspectors received complaints on Nov. 13 about the warehouse being remodeled into residences
A fire official said inspectors responding to a complaint found no valid permit, unsafe conditions and other violations
Investigators were looking at “anything electrical” on the first floor of the warehouse near the origin of the blaze
Authorities believe they’ve located the section of the building where the fire started
While a full picture of the Ghost Ship fire tragedy will be slow developing, these things are clear now
Less than half of the charred remains of the partly collapsed structure had been searched, and crews clearing debris were expected to find more bodies
How a da Vinci house party and a mug of beer inspired firefighting technology
Gregory Brown Jr. was charged for starting a fire at his mother’s house that killed three firefighters in 1995
Searching for a unique take on the history of the fire service? Check out these six haunted fire museums
Where to find the top fire museums and exhibits in the United States
Finding the top fire museums and exhibits in the United States
Planning a trip? Here are the best fire museums and exhibits in the northeastern United States.
When you display the cross, you are taking on board quite a bit of responsibility — and it should not be taken lightly
These ‘golden oldies’ were my introduction to the non-stop action that is emergency services, and the life I have now
We shared some great experiences together and at times was my only friend out in the middle of nowhere New Mexico
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Jack Pritchard first joined the New York Fire Department in 1970 as part of Squad 4
It’s hard to explain the love a firefighter has for his or her tools, rig, and station.
When you visit schools this month, pause for a moment to remember those caught in the Collinwood tragedy
Robert Griffin, the sole survivor of Truck Co. 19, saw the sacrifice of six men 100 years ago as a risk of the job
Last week, the memorial was damaged when a drunk driver crashed into the site
Doss objected to killing but enlisted and served without a weapon, earning the Medal of Honor.
Historical relics from the dept. were on display Saturday during the community celebration
Fifteen years in the making, a rare Packard fire truck from 1938 will be on display in Wisconsin
After more than a century in an unmarked grave, Hans Hanson was given a headstone
The greatest symbol of our unfettered access to public trust is the badge; it’s critical we keep that trust sacred
Each of these 20th century chiefs made major contributions to firefighter effectiveness and safety
A boy lighting a firecracker 150 years ago kicked off the largest fire seen in an American city to date, destroying 1,500 buildings
If you’ve used all or some of this museum-worthy equipment, you’ve been around the block a few times
The department began a 24-hour watch at the memorial site and held a moment of silence to commemorate those killed
The fire service recently lost two fire chiefs whose contributions continue to propel us forward
