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
The fire department plans to use nurses to handle non-emergency calls, freeing up EMS crews for more urgent responses
While Moline firefighters knocked down an industrial dust-collector fire, a passing train struck the truck’s outriggers
Campbell, also assistant fire chief with Chesapeake-Union Township VFD, died while on duty at Chesapeake EMS Station 3
The Enhancing First Response Act would recognize dispatchers’ lifesaving role and improve emergency communications infrastructure
After reporting on smoke-linked illnesses and pressure from lawmakers, the agency will stock and provide N95s for light use, while still barring masks during arduous work
Firefighter/Equipment Operator J. Hank Hester collapsed during suppression repair and hazardous tree removal at the Dragon Bravo Fire
The Warren Township firefighter suffered a cardiac event at home and died, less than a day after a training session
Ceremonies at Ground Zero, the Pentagon and Shanksville honor nearly 3,000 victims as volunteers nationwide mark the 24th 9/11 anniversary with day-of-service projects
NYC’s pause on $850K Stabilization Fund payments has unions covering medical benefits for widows and children of 9/11 first responders
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
Severe flash flooding across western Maryland prompts rescues from cars, houses, schools and businesses
PRODUCT NEWS
Xenia firefighters are getting national attention for a new method of drying gear quickly without dipping deeply into public funds
The app, PulsePoint, allows users to view and receive alerts on calls being responded to by fire departments and emergency medical services
Firefighters worked for almost an hour to rescue a Museum of Science and Industry worker, who was pinned under a forklift
Fire departments were not able to reach a gas company official for several hours and company officials were slow to provide vital information to first responders
Officials in Harris County said there had been a combination of at least 1,700 high-water rescues and evacuations
Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel’s efforts to align how fire and EMS responses are measured includes “pot of meat” fires, dispatch time
Virginia’s police chief wants to raise the retirement age, but survey results of about 1,000 public safety employees show first responders are against the idea
The tethered aerial device can be hard-wired into the vehicle system and does not require a piloting license or certificate of authorization
Event showed appreciation for the firefighters and other emergency personnel who are integral to racing safety
Using the automated system, operators essentially click a button and a computer voice will alert fire stations and dispatch firefighters to the scene