Mass-Casualty Incidents
As the military saying goes, “Prior planning prevents poor performance.” This phrase can be applied to preparing for mass-casualty incidents (MCIs). The FireRescue1 MCI resource page details best practices for significant incidents, including active shooter and terrorist events, transportation incidents like bus crashes or train derailments, and other incidents that could involve many victims.
Boston EMS reported that four people were transported to the hospital—two of them in critical condition—while two others received treatment at the scene
Occupants were trying to jump from windows when Detroit firefighters arrived at the early-morning explosion
17 people suffered minor injuries when a bus crashed into a tractor-trailer while exiting I-84 in Jefferson Township
Rescue workers, soldiers and members of India’s disaster management force pulled out people trapped inside the twisted metal and overturned coaches
Nine people remain hospitalized from the attacks and others are paralyzed; hundreds are still receiving psychological treatment
The 2015 explosion killed 173 people, most of which were firefighters and police officers
It was not known if alcohol, drugs or fatigue played a role in the crash
At least 30 victims have been taken to hospitals; firefighters removed more bodies using ladders to climb into the bus’ windows
India’s fire tragedies remind us of the importance of prevention, enforcement and mitigating technology, especially as we prepare to vote
A panel of law enforcement, EMS and medical experts discussed the implications of administering patient care in the warm zone at IACP 2016
The flare at SUM Hospital began near the dialysis ward and quickly spread to others floors
When you visit schools this month, pause for a moment to remember those caught in the Collinwood tragedy
Chief Roderick Williams said the added layer of protection is needed following mass shootings nationwide
Police spotted Arcan Cetin Saturday evening after a statewide manhunt
Authorities said four females, ranging in age from teens to seniors, died after the gunman opened fire
Authorities are looking for the gunman who shot and killed three people at a mall north of Seattle
One chief tells how quarterbacking an MCI with police fatalities changed her professionally and personally
Authorities arrested Ahmad Khan Rahami hours after police issued a bulletin and photo of him
Ballistic protective equipment for active shooter response is eligible for Assistance to Firefighters grant funding
Julio Gonzalez, 61, was taken to the hospital after suffering what appeared to be a heart attack
A fire official said the incident left firefighters with heavy hearts and “pain in their eyes”
Much has changed in the fire service as a result of 9/11, here’s a look at what we learned and failed to act on, and those things we simply didn’t learn
Much has changed in the fire service as a result of 9/11, here’s a look at what we learned and failed to act on, and those things we simply didn’t learn
A recent National Academy of Medicine discussion paper describes best practices for EMS and hospital responses to active shooter, bombing and terror attacks
Experts said it sounds an alarm about the long-lasting impact of PTSD and depression on the brain
The FBI has loosened its security requirements for terrorism-response training and can tailor it to each community’s needs
In the midst of chaos, Facebook was a valuable tool for a water-rescue task force; here’s what they got right and what they’ll change
Since the Wednesday earthquake, firefighters and rescue crews used sniffer dogs around the hard-hit areas in central Italy
Rescue teams dug through the crumbled buildings with bulldozers and their bare hands in search of survivors
Officials said sound-insulating material on the basement’s walls quickly ignited and party guests had no time to escape from the basement
The retired firefighter will continue his vacation before returning home
Each ballistic kit includes bullet-proof vests and tactical helmets
Party for middle and high school students attacked, victims ranged in age from 12 to 27
