https://www.firerescue1.com/news Fire News en-US Tue, 19 May 2026 12:53:24 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/mayday/video-n-y-firefighter-caught-in-staircase-collapse-during-house-fire A Catskill firefighter suffered minor injuries after a staircase collapsed beneath him during a house fire Tue, 19 May 2026 12:53:24 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/mayday/video-n-y-firefighter-caught-in-staircase-collapse-during-house-fire https://www.firerescue1.com/fatal-incident/officials-provide-details-on-the-injured-in-fatal-maine-lumber-mill-explosion Eight first responders and mill workers remain hospitalized after a fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber that killed a Morrill firefighter Tue, 19 May 2026 11:12:27 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fatal-incident/officials-provide-details-on-the-injured-in-fatal-maine-lumber-mill-explosion https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/texas-fd-receives-10k-grant-for-technical-rescue-communications-equipment A $10,866 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant will fund two-way headsets to improve communication for Greenville firefighters Tue, 19 May 2026 09:38:01 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/texas-fd-receives-10k-grant-for-technical-rescue-communications-equipment https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/fema-makes-648m-available-in-grants-to-help-first-responders-nationwide The funding includes $291.6 million for Assistance to Firefighters Grants, $324 million for SAFER grants and $32.4 million for Fire Prevention and Safety grants, with applications open from May 19 to June 22 Mon, 18 May 2026 22:23:34 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/fema-makes-648m-available-in-grants-to-help-first-responders-nationwide https://www.firerescue1.com/wildfire-and-wildland-urban-interface/n-m-wildfire-caused-by-medical-place-crash-grows-prompts-evacuations The wildfire near the Capitan Mountains is challenging hundreds of firefighters battling rugged terrain and dangerous winds Mon, 18 May 2026 21:10:45 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/wildfire-and-wildland-urban-interface/n-m-wildfire-caused-by-medical-place-crash-grows-prompts-evacuations https://www.firerescue1.com/active-shooter/3-dead-in-shooting-at-san-diego-mosque Police said the shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego that left three men dead is being investigated as a hate crime, and both suspects are also dead Mon, 18 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/active-shooter/3-dead-in-shooting-at-san-diego-mosque https://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-death/hed-do-anything-for-anybody-maine-communities-mourn-firefighter-killed-in-lumber-mill-explosion Morrill firefighter Andrew Cross was remembered as dozens of emergency vehicles escorted his body through Maine’s midcoast region following a deadly lumber mill fire Mon, 18 May 2026 12:13:11 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-death/hed-do-anything-for-anybody-maine-communities-mourn-firefighter-killed-in-lumber-mill-explosion https://www.firerescue1.com/structure-fire/boston-4-alarm-fire-damages-6-buildings-on-2-streets Fire had spread from a Princeton Street home to nearby buildings before firefighters brought the blaze under control within an hour Mon, 18 May 2026 10:15:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/structure-fire/boston-4-alarm-fire-damages-6-buildings-on-2-streets https://www.firerescue1.com/leadership/conn-fd-borough-council-seek-reset-after-firefighter-resignations Danielson officials and firefighters say they are aligned on improving communication, staffing and safety within the fire department Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/leadership/conn-fd-borough-council-seek-reset-after-firefighter-resignations https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/ala-fire-department-unveils-school-themed-1m-quint Athens’ new black-and-gold “Screamin’ Eagles” fire engine honors the local high school Sun, 17 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/ala-fire-department-unveils-school-themed-1m-quint https://www.firerescue1.com/legal/4-r-i-firefighters-reinstated-after-marijuana-investigation Pawtuckett firefighters reached settlements with the city after suing for wrongful termination over discipline tied to alleged cannabis use Tue, 19 May 2026 14:18:39 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/legal/4-r-i-firefighters-reinstated-after-marijuana-investigation https://www.firerescue1.com/mayday/video-n-y-firefighter-caught-in-staircase-collapse-during-house-fire A Catskill firefighter suffered minor injuries after a staircase collapsed beneath him during a house fire Tue, 19 May 2026 12:53:24 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/mayday/video-n-y-firefighter-caught-in-staircase-collapse-during-house-fire https://www.firerescue1.com/fatal-incident/officials-provide-details-on-the-injured-in-fatal-maine-lumber-mill-explosion Eight first responders and mill workers remain hospitalized after a fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber that killed a Morrill firefighter Tue, 19 May 2026 11:12:27 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fatal-incident/officials-provide-details-on-the-injured-in-fatal-maine-lumber-mill-explosion https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/texas-fd-receives-10k-grant-for-technical-rescue-communications-equipment A $10,866 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant will fund two-way headsets to improve communication for Greenville firefighters Tue, 19 May 2026 09:38:01 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/texas-fd-receives-10k-grant-for-technical-rescue-communications-equipment https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/fema-makes-648m-available-in-grants-to-help-first-responders-nationwide The funding includes $291.6 million for Assistance to Firefighters Grants, $324 million for SAFER grants and $32.4 million for Fire Prevention and Safety grants, with applications open from May 19 to June 22 Mon, 18 May 2026 22:23:34 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/fema-makes-648m-available-in-grants-to-help-first-responders-nationwide https://www.firerescue1.com/wildfire-and-wildland-urban-interface/n-m-wildfire-caused-by-medical-place-crash-grows-prompts-evacuations The wildfire near the Capitan Mountains is challenging hundreds of firefighters battling rugged terrain and dangerous winds Mon, 18 May 2026 21:10:45 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/wildfire-and-wildland-urban-interface/n-m-wildfire-caused-by-medical-place-crash-grows-prompts-evacuations https://www.firerescue1.com/active-shooter/3-dead-in-shooting-at-san-diego-mosque Police said the shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego that left three men dead is being investigated as a hate crime, and both suspects are also dead Mon, 18 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/active-shooter/3-dead-in-shooting-at-san-diego-mosque https://www.firerescue1.com/violence-against-first-responders/texas-fire-stations-shot-at-during-weekend-of-violence Three juveniles were taken into custody after a series of shootings and robberies across Austin that injured four people and targeted homes, apartments and two fire stations Mon, 18 May 2026 14:25:39 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/violence-against-first-responders/texas-fire-stations-shot-at-during-weekend-of-violence https://www.firerescue1.com/fireground-operations/mci-declared-at-maine-lumber-mill-fire-explosion Officials called the fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber a mass-casualty event in Searsmont Fri, 15 May 2026 23:20:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fireground-operations/mci-declared-at-maine-lumber-mill-fire-explosion https://www.firerescue1.com/aviation-incidents-airports-and-arff/air-ambulance-crash-kills-4-ignites-wildfire-in-n-m-mountains A medical transport plane crashed in rugged terrain near Ruidoso,and starting a wildfire that quickly spread in dry, windy conditions Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/aviation-incidents-airports-and-arff/air-ambulance-crash-kills-4-ignites-wildfire-in-n-m-mountains https://www.firerescue1.com/station-design/after-decades-of-planning-calif-city-opens-new-51m-public-safety-hub The Pismo Beach facility combines police and fire operations under one roof, giving first responders expanded space, updated technology and faster emergency response capabilities Wed, 13 May 2026 12:18:50 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/station-design/after-decades-of-planning-calif-city-opens-new-51m-public-safety-hub https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/ore-firefighters-union-mayor-and-council-debate-planned-rotation-of-fire-engine-to-reduce-wear-and-tear Baker City firefighters say rotating a 2007 fire engine with a new 2026 apparatus could affect safety and firefighting capability, while city leaders say the goal is to preserve equipment Wed, 13 May 2026 12:55:40 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/ore-firefighters-union-mayor-and-council-debate-planned-rotation-of-fire-engine-to-reduce-wear-and-tear https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-based-ems/maine-fd-launches-ems-only-paramedic-pilot-program-as-fire-calls-decrease The Bangor Fire Department's EMS-only pilot program is aimed at handling a rising EMS call volume while keeping firefighters available for fire responses Wed, 13 May 2026 14:16:54 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-based-ems/maine-fd-launches-ems-only-paramedic-pilot-program-as-fire-calls-decrease https://www.firerescue1.com/lithium-ion-battery-fires/2-hospitalized-after-li-ion-battery-explosion-at-tenn-manufacturing-plant Cleveland firefighters and a medical helicopter responded to Amaero Advanced Materials after an industrial explosion Thu, 14 May 2026 12:11:16 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/lithium-ion-battery-fires/2-hospitalized-after-li-ion-battery-explosion-at-tenn-manufacturing-plant https://www.firerescue1.com/mutual-aid/who-likes-who-mutual-aid-we-must-stop-this-pervasive-problem Recent incidents highlight issues of favoritism and territorialism clouding decisions around mutual-aid response Wed, 13 May 2026 16:52:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/mutual-aid/who-likes-who-mutual-aid-we-must-stop-this-pervasive-problem https://www.firerescue1.com/legal/no-gray-area-the-emt-photo-that-could-end-a-career-and-spark-massive-liability My legal career is predicated on defending providers who find themselves on the wrong end of the law because of the difficult judgement calls in the heat of a moment. This is not that scenario. Wed, 06 May 2026 14:46:30 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/legal/no-gray-area-the-emt-photo-that-could-end-a-career-and-spark-massive-liability https://www.firerescue1.com/leadership/firefighter-exodus-a-roundup-of-mass-resignations Resignations often signal leadership disputes, safety concerns and unresolved conflicts — issues that often build long before members decide to walk away Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:04:39 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/leadership/firefighter-exodus-a-roundup-of-mass-resignations https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-based-ems/pediatric-ed-readiness-guidance-could-save-thousands-of-lives-and-ems-has-a-role-to-play Here’s what EMS providers should know about the updated standards, national assessments and opportunities to improve pediatric care together Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:09:27 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-based-ems/pediatric-ed-readiness-guidance-could-save-thousands-of-lives-and-ems-has-a-role-to-play https://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-training/seattles-mary-pang-war A USFA report details how an undetected basement fire, a modified support system and a sudden floor collapse led to one of the deadliest incidents in department history Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:27:56 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-training/seattles-mary-pang-war https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/too-much-pride-spokane-fd-participation-in-pride-parade-prompts-debate The incident has reignited debate over department directives and personal beliefs Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:01:52 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/too-much-pride-spokane-fd-participation-in-pride-parade-prompts-debate https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Fire-Software/pstrax-partners-with-fleetio-to-streamline-fleet-and-equipment-management Connect daily vehicle inspections with maintenance workflows in a single, streamlined platform to enhance compliance and uptime for mission-critical fleets Mon, 18 May 2026 17:43:44 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Fire-Software/pstrax-partners-with-fleetio-to-streamline-fleet-and-equipment-management https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/wellness-program-software/pstrax-partners-with-mental-hygiene-project-mhp-to-support-first-responder-wellbeing PSTrax provides an operational readiness platform used by public safety agencies to track inspections, equipment status, and operational documentation Fri, 15 May 2026 21:52:20 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/wellness-program-software/pstrax-partners-with-mental-hygiene-project-mhp-to-support-first-responder-wellbeing https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/vehicle-equipment/exhaust-removal-systems/proactive-station-design-protects-firefighter-health When departments plan a new station or renovate an existing facility, airflow planning and exhaust removal system layout should be considered early in the design process Tue, 12 May 2026 18:27:24 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/vehicle-equipment/exhaust-removal-systems/proactive-station-design-protects-firefighter-health https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Fire-Software/motorola-solutions-bolsters-911-capacity-and-accelerates-emergency-response-with-hyper-acquisition-and-new-agentic-assist-agents New public safety Assist Agents will responsibly automate workflows to more effectively serve the community Tue, 12 May 2026 18:22:53 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Fire-Software/motorola-solutions-bolsters-911-capacity-and-accelerates-emergency-response-with-hyper-acquisition-and-new-agentic-assist-agents https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/pierce-manufacturing-hits-the-road-with-2026-road-rally-showcasing-advanced-fire-apparatus-technology Cross-country tour features hands-on engagement with next-generation innovations supporting the fire service Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:13:24 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/pierce-manufacturing-hits-the-road-with-2026-road-rally-showcasing-advanced-fire-apparatus-technology https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Fire-Software/pstrax-announces-partnership-with-lion-to-strengthen-ppe-accountability-for-public-safety-agencies Partnership helps agencies improve equipment tracking, inspection documentation, and lifecycle management for personal protective equipment (PPE) Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:40:25 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Fire-Software/pstrax-announces-partnership-with-lion-to-strengthen-ppe-accountability-for-public-safety-agencies https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/ten-8-fire-safety-expands-service-and-support-across-ala-and-miss Ten-8 Fire & Safety strengthens its regional capabilities as Emergency Equipment Professionals (EEP) becomes part of the organization Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:25:44 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/ten-8-fire-safety-expands-service-and-support-across-ala-and-miss