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
Botetourt County will pay volunteer firefighters $5 to $20 per call, with additional bonuses to support and grow its volunteer force
A former Contra Costa deputy convicted in a 2018 on-duty fatal shooting, may have his record cleared after serving time as part of the San Quentin Fire Department
Senate Bill 466, passed by the House, would allow job training credits to count toward Firefighter I Certification and grant EMS agencies a grace period for state reporting
CAL FIRE firefighters had to stabilize a car teetering over a 200-foot cliff at Devil’s Slide before pulling the trapped driver to safety through the back window
Rock Hill first responders teamed up with the community to collect enough cereal for tens of thousands of servings during the Healthy Over Hungry Cereal Drive
Gov. Newsom warns only 40% of National Guard firefighting crews remain after President Trump reassigned others to Los Angeles for immigration enforcement
A 30-year veteran Riverside firefighter, nearing retirement, suffered multiple pelvic fractures after being struck by a car while fighting a brush fire
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Three Philadelphia rowhouses collapsed after a fire and explosion in Nicetown, leaving one person dead and two others hospitalized
A former Waterbury firefighter contesting his firing for medical marijuana use could be held in contempt after allegedly violating court orders, including sending a defiant email to the mayor
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
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
PRODUCT NEWS
Three Oshkosh Airport Products Striker ARFF vehicles will elevate fire response capabilities across Dulles International and Reagan National airports
Midpoint milestone for U.S. Road Rally brings continued momentum, expanded reach, and more opportunities for hands-on exploration of Pierce’s cutting-edge fire apparatus
As part of their territory expansion, C.W. Williams is committed to expanding in-house service capabilities in South Carolina to further support fire departments across the state
As part of their territory expansion, C.W. Williams is committed to expanding in-house service capabilities in South Carolina to further support fire departments across the state
The full order includes a Pierce Volterra electric pumper and six additional Pierce apparatus, reinforcing Frederick County’s commitment to firefighter safety and sustainability
Aided by a collaborative transition with Halt Fire’s leadership, Reliant Fire Apparatus will strengthen service and support for fire departments throughout Michigan
The Light Rescue Series includes the Light Rescue Spreader, Cutter and a Combi tool that combines a Spreader and Cutter in one device