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
Three firefighters sustained minor injuries after a firetruck overturned en route to a house fire in North Las Vegas
Several major cities allege that the Trump administration imposed “unlawful and unrelated conditions” on more than $100M in public safety grants
An internal review calls the Fall River five-alarm fire that killed 10 “one of the most complex” in department history, citing 53 rescues and recommending code changes for high-risk sites
Facing more than $100 million in debt, Harvey will place employees, including firefighters, on unpaid leave and temporarily shutter at least one fire station
Engine 9’s launch marks a major expansion for the Santa Rosa Fire Department as calls surge and plans advance for a new station to better serve growing neighborhoods
Midland, Saginaw and Bay City fire departments will replace 120 SCBA units, with new expected in service by summer 2026
Springfield Township Lt. Jonathan Miner died after an explosion at his home while working on a project
After a two-year push, North County Fire Chief Keith McReynolds secured a federal grant to rebuild Station 4 with expanded quarters and room for more engines
Fort Worth Fire Chief Jim Davis steps down after being placed on administrative leave amid firefighter union concerns over the MedStar merger and ambulance duty requirements
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
The manufacturer will collaborate with HAAS Alert to make the technology a standard integration
Wheeling Hospital donated 12 vests worth about $9,000 to the Wheeling Fire Department
The department said the donation, along with a recent FEMA grant, will help them replace aging and broken firefighting equipment
The county’s 911 coordinator said the “questionable” reliability of the current system “is a safety risk to our responders”
The $1.2 million Concept Fire Truck will be equipped with a redundant battery system and small booster motor for longer-duration responses
The off-duty firefighter and a nurse stepped in to perform CPR and use an AED to revive the man
First responders were concerned the acid would contaminate a nearby river or come in contact with damaged power lines
The contractor became trapped and had to be lowered from a tower by fire crews
Wait times for 911 callers reduced by three-fourths after the city combined its police and fire-EMS communication centers and upgraded technology
Seven county employees are now permitted to fly drones that can be used to assist with search-and-rescue and assessing emergency scenes