Line-of-Duty Death (LODD)
Firefighter Lee Kraus, a 27-year department veteran and second-generation firefighter, died after a medical emergency on June 29
The Coeur d’Alene community is grieving and shaken after the deadly ambush that killed two firefighters, leaving residents grappling with shock, fear, and outrage
Authorities say Wess Roley, a 20-year-old living out of his car, set a fire on Canfield Mountain before fatally shooting two battalion chiefs and injuring a third
Slain Idaho firefighters identified; law enforcement will accompany firefighters on all future calls
Coeur d’Alene is mourning the loss of two firefighters killed in a targeted shooting, with residents lining highways in tribute and Gov. Brad Little ordering flags lowered
Outpouring of support follows targeted attack that left two firefighters dead
Authorities say a man set a wildfire and ambushed firefighters in Coeur d’Alene, killing two and critically injuring another before being found dead
Roanoke Fire Captain Michael Reedy served since 2007 and led the department’s Fire Honor Guard and safety education programs for the community
The July 1, 1988, fire claimed the lives of five New Jersey firefighters
After an investigation revealed years-long delays in Public Safety Officers’ Benefits claims, Sen. Chuck Grassley is demanding leadership changes and accountability at the DOJ
Lawyers for the city of Columbia said the Irmo Fire District “acted with malice in reckless disregard for the truth or falsity of the statements”
343 FDNY firefighters, plus one New York fire patrolman, were killed in the terrorist attacks, along with dozens of other public safety personnel
A training exercise turned tragic in Buncombe County when an ATV accident claimed the life of a Riceville firefighter and injured two others
20-year-old Hickory Firefighter Jake Bridges, died after a medical emergency following a house fire
A Hickory Fire Department firefighter died June 5 after suffering a medical emergency while on duty
The NFFF director of fire programs details the many actions firefighters can take today to improve long-term survivability and quality of life
Following a four-year investigation into the death of New Haven firefighter Ricardo Torres Jr., federal officials say missed communication and command inexperience contributed to his death
The death of the Charleston 9 brought significant organizational change
The May 31, 2013, motel structure collapse resulted in the five LODDs, four at the time of the incident, one years later
Laurel County Fire Major Roger Leatherman died while shielding his wife during a deadly EF-3 tornado that tore through their neighborhood
Officials said Symeon Williams, 39, was known for his energy, kindness and work ethic across the departments he served
The union said Emergency Vehicle Driver Charles Mudra suffered a “catastrophic medical emergency”
Lt. Mark Dranbauer remains on life support to fulfill his wish of donating organs
A fundraiser for slain Firefighter/Paramedic Graham Hoffman raised over $100,000 in a day, drawing support from across the globe
Firefighter Mark Keller, who began serving with the Mesa Fire and Medical Department in 1990, is being remembered for his commitment and legacy in the fire service
James Muller’s widow cites poor communication, water overload from deck guns and inadequate training as key failures that led to her husband’s death
One of 13 NIOSH recommendations highlights the department’s proactive mental health response, including mandatory check-ins and peer-led crisis support
In September 2024, a Greene County Fire Rescue battalion chief was killed in an explosion while investigating cargo during a tractor-trailer fire
Understanding the origin, meaning and controversy related to the thin red line flags
Hundreds gathered to honor Chicago Fire Captain David Meyer, a father of four, remembered for his selfless service and ultimate sacrifice
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