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
A technical rescue team lowered the injured maintenance worker through the center of the Bradenton tank after he fell while sandblasting
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue crews used a high-point mechanical advantage system to lift Marge from between two trees
City Council Speaker Julie Menin wants to add a fifth firefighter to 86 FDNY engine companies in high-risk areas
Fire officials said the drones will help assess structure fires before apparatus arrive, improving situational awareness for commanders
Investigators say paint vapors ignited inside a confined space, triggering an explosion and fire that killed one worker and injured more than 30 firefighters
After Tom left Jake at a Fort Worth fire station with a handwritten note, firefighters adopted the dog and the community helped the veteran move into an RV
The Aurora Civil Service Commission said Lieutenant John Casessa acted unprofessionally when a fire engine ran a police sergeant off the road
Investigators are looking into whether an iPad sparked the fire inside the Menands firehouse
Officials said there was no hope for rescue after a tank holding highly corrosive liquid collapsed at Nippon Dynawave in Longview
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
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
PRODUCT NEWS
Cross-country tour features hands-on engagement with next-generation innovations supporting the fire service
Partnership helps agencies improve equipment tracking, inspection documentation, and lifecycle management for personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ten-8 Fire & Safety strengthens its regional capabilities as Emergency Equipment Professionals (EEP) becomes part of the organization
The landmark apparatus, featuring the 1,000th PACCAR MX-13 engine, will enhance the Broussard Fire Department’s operational reach, maneuverability and long-term serviceability
ESO’s acquisition of d2i advances ESO’s vision of building end-to-end emergency intelligence
The new computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system from Octave, the potential software spinoff from Hexagon AB, introduces advanced tools that streamline communication, accelerate response times and support more informed decision-making during emergencies and major events
MagneGrip delivers fully integrated clean air solutions to protect firefighter health by combining source-capture exhaust removal with air purification systems that continuously improve the quality of the air circulating throughout the station
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