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
About 85 Teamsters at Sutphen, Columbus’ main fire truck supplier, are on strike, raising concerns as the city faces an aging fleet
2024 deliveries rise 13%, but booked orders remain 45% above pre-pandemic baseline
An inmate serving time for robbery was captured in Upland after escaping from Holton Conservation Camp near Sylmar
West Sacramento Fire Captain Joe Hunter, a “Survivor 48" finalist, is back for “Survivor 50" — the biggest season yet with 24 returning players
High-candela flashlight offers powerful downrange illumination in a compact, rechargeable design
Santa Clara County officials approved AI-powered sensors to spot smoke early, joining a growing list of communities turning to tech after recent devastating fires
“Chief Mooney,” a trained golden retriever, has joined St. Tammany Fire District No. 1 to help ease the stress from traumatic calls
Months after the Eaton Fire claimed 18 lives, emerging evidence points to critical failures in decision-making and communication
Marking a nod to tradition and a step into the future, Elkhart firefighters at Station 4 celebrated their upgraded fire engine with a ceremonial push-in
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Severe flash flooding across western Maryland prompts rescues from cars, houses, schools and businesses
The heartbreaking death of a Kansas City FF/paramedic reminds us that every shift carries unseen dangers
The Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program and the WTC Health Program are also casualties in this latest government program reduction in force
Incident command challenges are heightened in a region replete with jurisdictional anomalies
Public safety leaders need to evaluate the impact of executive orders and policy pronouncements on their departments and communities
The Santa Ana winds mirror the self-generated fire winds following German air raids on the city of London during World War II
PRODUCT NEWS
The district serves 138 square miles in Pueblo County, Colo.
Health & Wellness features flexible workflows that support privacy while maintaining proper supervision
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Turn-key work truck features include customizable cargo access and management, four-wheel drive and enhanced essential safety features
The partnership will pioneer a new model that bridges research, education and operational excellence in the field of public safety
The new ARFF vehicles will support MET – Montreal Metropolitan Airport’s transition from a regional airfield to a major domestic hub
The Hooley Awards honor industry leaders who demonstrate outstanding innovation, service, and forward-thinking
Agencies that subscribe to Lexipol’s wellness solution to proactively monitor their members’ risks for stroke, cardiovascular disease, chronic disease, and cortisol levels