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
Ventura firefighters were called after a driver accidentally put the Cybertruck in reverse, causing it to slide down the boat ramp
At least 51 people, including 15 children, are dead and 27 girls remain missing after a flash flood devastated Camp Mystic and surrounding areas in Kerr County
Officials said West Colesville Fire Chief James Sitek suffered a medical emergency during a house fire in Conklin
Richmond marked the anniversary of hiring Virginia’s first professional Black firefighters, honoring the legacy of Engine Co. 9 and the men who broke barriers in 1950
Award-winning artist hand-paints the Rockport town seal on fire trucks in honor of his late father, a longtime firefighter and EMT
Dozens are missing after flash floods hit Texas Hill Country, triggering rescue efforts and scrutiny over warning systems
PJ Helicopters’ UH-60 Blackhawk will again support Cal Fire-Butte County this wildfire season under a renewed PG&E contract
Walla Walla County fire officials say local crews are fully staffed and prepared for wildfire season, with confidence in state and federal support despite federal budget cuts
Projects include kitchen upgrades, bunk rooms and training space improvements through the 2025 Hometowns initiative
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
The heartbreaking death of a Kansas City FF/paramedic reminds us that every shift carries unseen dangers
PRODUCT NEWS
The Idle Control System is designed to power warning lights, work lights and scene lights for more than 120 minutes
The new fans are designed to withstand the same intense environments as firefighters themselves encounter
The new hose size eliminates more than 20 pounds in weight and allows firefighter more maneuverability on scene
Fire Recovery USA, a California-based recovery service, is helping the Palestine Fire Department recoup costs from at-fault accidents of non-residents
The Rotary Club of Flagler County purchased the gear with the help of the nonprofit organization Hoods for Heroes
A division of Glatfelter Insurance Group, VFIS was one of the first insurance providers that specialized in options for the unique challenges that come with being a first responder
The devices are roughly the size of a smartphone and will be carried by all on-duty firefighters
Citizens, at no cost, could set up a personal profile online, and when they dial 911, the dispatcher would see the personal information provided
The device, a small black box about four inches tall and wide, sends out alerts to drivers about the locations of the trucks to drivers using Waze
Beginning in 2020, Flirtey, a drone delivery service, will begin sending AEDs to cardiac arrest victims identified by 911 dispatchers