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
CAL Fire officials said the apparatus engineer is suspected of setting five fires while off duty
Prince George’s County firefighters are among firefighters from five departments testing the gear in training and on emergency calls
Bloomington firefighters faced a unique situation that required a trip to an emergency veterinary clinic
Acquisition of eDispatches expands the reach of emergency data to field responders available through RapidSOS
Wildfire sensors will help detect early fire activity and provide firefighters with advanced warning to protect communities.
Richland’s new fire station includes dedicated office space for police officers
Kerr was IAFC President before finishing her career as the Fire Chief of Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue
The University of Virginia is hosting a panel discussion on Oct. 3 to dive deep into the modern issues facing those dedicated to serving the community at large
Pahrump Valley and Las Vegas firefighters extinguished the fire with approximately 5,500 gallons of water and a product called F-500
University of Georgia researcher seeks to understand why people are volunteering less
Hims & Hers provides increased access to safe and affordable weight loss treatment at up to a 50% discount to help the heroes in their communities with their health and wellness
A 10-year veteran of the Kansas City Fire Department suffered a medical emergency during a training exercise
Firefighters used a ladder pipe on a compressed natural gas-powered truck fire to avoid being injured by an explosion
To help Americans find the best places to retire, WalletHub analyzed 182 cities; do you know where you want to live when you retire?
All American Fire Equipment announces local stops on Rosenbauer’s 2024 Power Tour: Sept. 19th – 28th
Innovative Fire Trucks Take Center Stage Across Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia
Chelsea Tower 1 firefighters maneuvered around power lines to reach occupants trapped on the third floor
The Louisburg captain was found unresponsive at home after responding to an alarm activation
Company expansion driven by industry growth
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens appeared at a committee meeting disagreeing with the union about a pay study
Rescuers tunneled underneath the boy and used dish soap and friction-reducing sheets to free him
Firefighters from six departments used over 100,000 gallons of water to fight a structure fire outside of Montgomery
Officials found no preliminary evidence of a “terrorist” attack related to an SUV that crashed through a fence and hit a valve at the Deer Park station
The explosion shook homes in Deer Park and La Porte, caused grass fires and burned utility poles
Two former chiefs in the prevention bureau allegedly solicited and accepted bribes from at least 2021 through 2023
Public safety departments and agencies did not develop plans such as having extra staff on duty, staging apparatus or supplies in high-risk areas, or possible evacuations.
The judge ruled Aurora Peter Cichuniec had to make a quick decision the night of the arrest as the highest-ranking paramedic at the scene
California Professional Firefighters President Brian K. Rice said the former president’s ideas on public safety are dangerous
Animal Rescue
‘Maya’ suffered severe burns while laying on top of her owner during the Citrus Heights house fire
The Maui County Fire Department will receive two tankers and two brush trucks due to funding from a non-profit, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Fire/rescue crews in Sarasota and Manatee counties were able to make over 800 rescues during the unprecedented rainfall
Highlighting a joint statement from EMS associations, Chief Brian Schaeffer argues for a shift towards broader, evidence-based performance metrics to enhance EMS quality and effectiveness
Following the Trump assassination attempt, first responders are fired or suspended for their social media comments
As we honor a fallen brother, we must consider our personal readiness to face tragedy and take action
We must consider patient evacuation, resource allocation and training ourselves and our communities in the wake of an assassination attempt on former President Trump
While there may be fire engines and a firehouse, sometimes we are just fooling the public – and ourselves
PRODUCT NEWS
75% believed AI would be anywhere from “somewhat important” to a “top priority” for public safety agencies in the future
Shaping the future of drone technology with advanced AI for autonomy and swarming
The effort is aimed at reducing false alarms and eliminating waste
Limited-time promotion offers high-performance SIRAS drone at 28% discount to close 2024
A drone equipped with a large speaker and boom microphone was created for first responders as a tool for safer two-way communication with large crowds
The Depew Fire Department will be able to purchase a new washer and dryer to clean PPE and reduce exposure to toxins
