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
Ally Galvin and Bill Kenyon join the Salisbury Fire Department with a passion for learning, service and community impact
Steven Garcia intercepted the barefoot climber nearly 900 feet up, then held him until firefighters from Affton, Maplewood and Mehlville lifted both down safely
Mansfield Deputy Chief Kevin Danielson rushed in without an air pack to pull three people from a burning home
Haines City firefighters say a 79-year-old man became combative during treatment and produced a firearm
Organizations say the ongoing shutdown has left federal firefighters working without pay, blocked vital fire and EMS grants, and cut Medicare ambulance reimbursements
About 100 firefighters battled a stubborn blaze at General Motors’ 150,000-square-foot Pasadena facility
Coconino fire officer Trueheart Brown, who manages wildfire operations across northern Arizona, has emerged as one of Flagstaff’s standout ultra-runners
A brief water loss triggered a flashover and mayday during a house fire in Hillsdale
Tampa police say the man stole a Tampa Fire Rescue engine outside St. Joseph’s Hospital and, while allegedly intoxicated, crashed into an SUV
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Resignations often signal leadership disputes, safety concerns and unresolved conflicts — issues that often build long before members decide to walk away
Here’s what EMS providers should know about the updated standards, national assessments and opportunities to improve pediatric care together
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
The incident has reignited debate over department directives and personal beliefs
Amid the grief and devastation of survivors, many are sharing the courageous efforts of first responders, fellow residents, family members and even camp counselors who put their lives on the line to save others
Chicago’s new fireground SOP is a reminder for departments to review command roles, operational readiness and compliance before a critical incident forces change
PRODUCT NEWS
Orange County officials said the requirement will improve patient outcomes and increase safety for EMS providers
The FDNY nominated the paramedics for the Daily News Hometown Heroes award for saving the unconscious man from lethal CO exposure
The fire department is seeking permission from city council to arm paramedics who assist the SWAT team
The guidelines urge early notification of first responders if patients have possible symptoms of the virus
The Journeyman Conference provided knowledge and resources to firefighters from rural areas and included firefighter training and mental health talks
The fire department is considering purchasing more cameras after receiving positive feedback from firefighters and the public
Madalyn Karlbon, daughter of Avenel Firefighter and former Chief Jimmy Karlbon, woke her family after hearing the smoke detector go off
Volunteer firefighters earned their EMT certifications to improve service in Nash County’s southern region
The concept truck is just 6 feet and 5 inches tall to fit into tight spaces and is equipped with a Toughbook tablet
The new FSRI Fire Safety Academy offers science-based courses to firefighters at no cost