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
Fire Chief Jaime Moore said he is focused on future improvements, not assigning blame, after acknowledging that the official after-action report downplayed leadership failures
The Front Line Foundation presented a $20,000 death benefit to the widow of St. Paul firefighter Timothy Bertz, who died unexpectedly days after graduating from the department’s academy
Members of the Avondale and West Grove fire companies approved a consolidation plan that will create a single regional fire and EMS department serving 10 municipalities across southern Chester County
Chief Barton “Butch” Inks, who prioritized physical and mental health initiatives while leading the St. Paul Fire Department, retired after a 31-year career shaped by fire, EMS and loss
The OC Bomberos nonprofit has awarded more than 40 scholarships to help aspiring firefighters, EMTs and paramedics afford academy and medical training
Ben Holman, who broke the color barrier in the San Diego Fire Department in 1951 and went on to retire as a deputy chief, was honored by city leaders as he celebrated his 100th birthday
Retired Wildwood Fire Chief Daniel Speigel was recognized with the Arthur J. Glatfelter Distinguished Service Award for decades of service advancing the foundation’s mission
Hunt County commissioners voted to discontinue coverage for unincorporated areas outside Quinlan, citing incidents including a March 2025 fire that killed three people
Columbus Division of Fire Chief Jeff Happ submitted his retirement notice after an independent investigation found alleged supervisory and conduct violations
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
Amid the grief and devastation of survivors, many are sharing the courageous efforts of first responders, fellow residents, family members and even camp counselors who put their lives on the line to save others
Chicago’s new fireground SOP is a reminder for departments to review command roles, operational readiness and compliance before a critical incident forces change
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
PRODUCT NEWS
Program provides departments with the funding to address the risks of diesel exhaust and airborne contaminants
New upgrades enhance quality and efficiency to meet growing demand for Pierce fire apparatus and help drive down industry-wide extended lead times
Representing the 4,000th PUC Pump milestone, three new Pierce Velocity PUC Pumpers will enhance the Clark County Fire Department’s ability to protect one of the nation’s most dynamic and demanding response areas
FirstNet Compact Rapid Deployables, AT&T LEO Cell Trailers and LEO Emergency Communication Portables and AT&T Amphibious Vehicle are delivering connectivity
The Connecticut Fire Academy received AFG funding to modernize and expand SCBA equipment used to train recruits and support specialized programs statewide
MagneGrip offers FREE CAD design services to help departments get airflow right from the start
Reauthorization will ensure public safety’s voice in guiding the evolution of emergency communications