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“We ended up transporting approximately 42 individuals and several pets from that area,” said Miami-Dade Lt. Alex Acosta
Seaman Recruit Ryan Sawyer Mays has denied starting the blaze and sobbed when the judge read the verdict
The key to resolving a potential discrimination claim is a policy addressing lengthy absences irrespective of the reason for the absence
It has been more than four months since her husband, George Kavanaugh, was killed in a hit-and-run crash in front of a firehouse
Capt. Gregg Favre said the report lays out what a model policy, or city, state or federal law could look like
The coals seared much of the skin between his ankle and hip; he suffered second-degree burns to 15 percent of his body
Melissa “Missy” Doll, 41, died after responding to a structure fire
Matt Williams was one year shy of retirement when he was diagnosed with Neuromyelitis Optica, a rare relapsing autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the optic nerve and spinal cord
Firefighter: “He just looked at me and he said you are going to be OK, you got this and stay strong.”
The firefighter, a former Marine, said he couldn’t stand by and let the robber, who was armed with a knife, carry out the crime
Chief: “I don’t know what you do for punishment. We’ve never done it. My honest belief is what he’s going through right now mentally is a lot of punishment.”
The 25-year veteran allegedly submitted a fake doctor’s note to allow him to stay home rather than return to light duty
John Whelan, a 15-year veteran, sustained a broken arm, broken ribs and internal injuries after falling 25 feet onto concrete from a skylight
“I want to thank everyone and their prayers. It really mattered. I could feel their support,” said Capt. Pete Dern
The 25-year veteran is accused of forging his doctor’s signature on medical records to extend his time on sick leave
Write-in candidate Rhonda Appelgate said the death of a firefighter should not be more special than any other death
For a Milwaukee medic, it is important to leave his stress at the station and not bring home the violence he sees on the job
Mark Farren, 58, died after a three-year battle with cancer; he served as chief for 32 years
The value of job experience and formal education are well-known, but does one hold more sway, and how does it factor in firefighter safety?
Oscar “Sox” Lee, 92, taught crews fire science and firefighting tactics; he spent 50 years as a firefighter
Sean Patrick Farnand, 46, a paramedic captain, was fired after coming to work with blood-shot eyes and breath smelling of alcohol
The mayor said it wasn’t a criminal matter, but he received a report that warranted an internal investigation
Throughout Lt. Stu Tudor’s recovery, his fellow firefighters have given up vacation days or have worked on his behalf so that he can retire and get his pension
He read on Facebook about a person donating a large sum of money to the victims, so he said ‘This person ought to be praised for his good deed’
A report found the fire service had a toxic workplace culture that was hostile toward women, which led to the resignation of a long-serving fire chief
Lt. Chris Keene was accused of 15 fire department violations, including sexual harassment and abusive language
Capt. Leo Lashock’s home was destroyed in the fire, but his neighbors made sure to grab his 17 sled dogs
His wife said they wouldn’t be able to make it through without the generous donations, fundraisers and support of their community
Crews were unable to revive Terry Sonner, 33, after collapsing; he’s survived by his wife and children
The baby had his umbilical cord wrapped around his neck; firefighters helped fix the issue and the baby and mom are doing fine
Firefighter Willie Sensenich, 69, died several hours after responding to an electrical fire
Firefighter Thomas Miserendino, 71, fell ill during a Memorial Day parade; he was taken to a hospital, discharged and later suffered a heart attack at home
Firefighters delivered emotional testimony at the trial of a trio charged with murder in a fatal Nov. 2012 house explosion