Fireground Operations
If it’s happening on the fireground, we’re covering it on FireRescue1.
A firefighter on a detail in the area spotted smoke coming from the building and called it in
A fire fueled by broken gas lines escalated to a third alarm after a Fort Worth firefighter fell through an elevator shaft, prompting a mayday call
Following a four-year investigation into the death of New Haven firefighter Ricardo Torres Jr., federal officials say missed communication and command inexperience contributed to his death
A Frederick County fire official said Captain Joshua Laird, 46, issued a mayday after falling through the floor into the basement
There are few reasons why a firefighter would be operating by themselves
At the time of the fire, roughly 160 sailors and officers were on board the USS Bonhomme Richard, which had been docked at Naval Base San Diego
The USS Bonhomme Richard burned for several days last July, now a crewmember has been charged with aggravated arson
Let’s do this: Extrication, 2-in/2-out, offensive vs. defensive tactics, aerial operations and more
It’s more than a safety program; it’s a mindset shift to help us learn from past mistakes to reduce risks and improve future performance
“If this incident isn’t a call to action, I’m really not sure what is,” Tucson police chief says of attack on fire, EMS professionals
What firefighters must understand about downed power lines and other energy sources
The Spokane Valley Fire Department members sustained minor injuries battling a blaze that burst through the roof of the building
The ink-colored structures indicate a low water volume area
Find out how your agency can access ARP and other grant funding, as well as the strategies and tactics that achieve government funding awards.
Touring the condo collapse site offers a glimpse into the monumental rescue and recovery efforts underway
A high volume of dumpster fires were attributed to the holiday weekend festivities
Hilltop Hose Fire Chief Mike Krzeminski got his gear from his truck but escalating fire conditions forced him to retreat
Charleroi Fire Chief Delmar Hepple said the firefighter was “banged up but not burned”
Officials said planning for demolition of the remaining Surfside structure is underway; 145 people are still missing and 18 are confirmed dead
Two of the men are facing manslaughter, assault and arson charges in connection to the March 23 fire that killed Spring Valley Firefighter Jared Lloyd
Persistent stress from a negative work environment affects firehouse interactions and fireground operations
Let’s do this: MCIs, hose stretch, RIT, size-up and more
150+ firefighters responded to the Rockton, Ill., plant explosion, a scene reminiscent of West, Texas
Two firefighters and a paramedic were treated for smoke inhalation from the resulting fire at the Biomat USA Plasma Center
After a fellow Wichita firefighter collapsed at house fire, crews called a mayday, initiated chest compressions and used a defibrillator to regain a pulse
Generalities only go so far, but there are some consistent differences with training, fireground tasks and even personalities
Thomas Razzi died in the blaze, which investigators say he intentionally set after being confronted by a code-enforcement officer
At a hearing this week, Sen. Jeff Merkley outlined a plan to find solutions to the country’s forest management concerns, including removing a cap on wildfire suppression spending
We train to respond to active shooter incidents but never expect it to be one of our own, in our own firehouse
The fast-moving blaze burned through five three-story homes, displacing 48 people
Chief Goldfeder addresses what to do about a fire chief who loves the title but is out of the loop on tactics
Chief Goldfeder tackles the often-lamented issue of freelancing, namely why crews still do it even when it can create fireground chaos and confusion
Two dogs were rescued during the blaze that burned a row of six homes
