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
The First Responder Center for Excellence and the University of Iowa are developing free online wellness modules to help first responders build coping skills and recognize when stress becomes distress
The Cascade Fire Department is developing a BLS transport program to handle rising low-acuity calls and reduce delays when private providers are tied up on higher-priority emergencies
Nearly four years after firefighter Austin Duran was fatally injured while moving a sand trailer, Apopka officials voted to destroy the equipment at the request of his family
A New London Superior Court judge approved Norwich’s request to access the Taftville volunteer firehouse and city-owned fire trucks as officials move to place paid firefighters at the station
Painesville officials are pursuing funding for firefighter/paramedic positions as call volume has nearly doubled since staffing levels were reduced
The cancer research initiative collects firefighter health and exposure data to better understand cancer risks
A $19,100 state grant will help the Oswego Fire Protection District replace aging extractors used to remove carcinogens from firefighters’ protective gear
The Stow Fire Department is expanding its hiring process as retirements increase and a limited supply of certified firefighter/paramedics makes it harder to fill vacancies
A federal appeals court ruled that Bellingham’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for city employees did not violate the Constitution
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
A deadly vehicle attack in New Orleans underscores the need for EMS to adapt to evolving threats, exploring strategies for prevention, response and building resilience
An explainer and action plan based on the Consensus Statement of NAEMSP, IAFF and IACP
A new study ranks fire supervision as a prime option, so how do we make this connection for the younger members of our communities?
NYPD bodycam footage from the Jordan Neely trial underscores the importance of hands-only CPR and AED use when faced with an unresponsive subject
PRODUCT NEWS
Essex and Gloucester departments are among 307 across the state sharing $5 million in state funding to buy updated protective gear and vehicle stabilization equipment
This acquisition strengthens WPSG’s presence in Western Pennsylvania and enhances its ability to deliver hands-on service, product expertise, and support to fire departments across the region
The award recognizes Atlantic Emergency Solutions’ strong performance in apparatus and aftermarket sales, operational growth and continued investment in service capabilities
Guardian delivers 24/7 operations, unmatched imaging, Starlink connectivity, and more to help public safety agencies respond to 911 calls and save lives
BRINC and the National League of Cities partner to help cities nationwide deploy drones to 911 calls
This next-generation drone initiative aims to modernize emergency response and keep American communities and those who protect them safe
This order marks the first Pierce High Flow Industrial Pumper to enter service outside the United States
The primary update to both SCBA models is a regulatory change to the End-of-Service-Time Indicator, adjusting the low-air alarm set point to more accurately reflect the rated cylinder volume
Two Ashtabula County departments will use more than $21,000 in state equipment grants to purchase SCBA and battery-powered tools
Drawing on decades of expertise, the potential Hexagon spin-off helps organizations navigate uncertainty and manage change across the world’s most critical infrastructure
Firefighters face enough risks on the job — breathing toxic diesel fumes inside the station shouldn’t be one of them, which is why MagneGrip manufactures both source-capture exhaust removal and air purification systems