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Durham firefighters pulled a victim and two dogs from a burning home, giving one dog oxygen in a video that’s garnered 1,000+ reactions
Damaged containers of hair and nail products ignited a toxic blaze, drawing firefighters, hazmat teams and precautionary evacuations in Yonkers
The fast-moving 6-5 Fire scorched more than 4,000 acres, forcing evacuations in the Gold Rush town of Chinese Camp
A blaze at North Howard Street and West Fayette Street leveled one building, damaged two others and halted nearby light-rail service
Veteran wildland firefighters say the unprecedented raid at the Bear Gulch fire undermined trust on the fire line, raising fears that crews could face immigration checks while battling active blazes
When Kristin Marino wed at the Plaza Hotel, FDNY firefighters from her late father’s Rescue Company 1 stood in his place
Nine McKinney firefighters were hospitalized with injuries from smoke inhalation and overexertion
A Ellerbe firefighter was shot in the leg when crews arrived at a property for a fire alarm call
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
The FAA-sanctioned industrial grade drone is designed for use specifically in public safety operations
The new ATOM harness, Flash.2 Escape Anchor and G11 Lifeline incorporate customer and CMC school instructors
Strategic partnership between Acela Truck Company and General Truck Body leads to 6x6 high water flood rescue vehicle for fire departments
Firefighters learned proper maneuvering in a boat, shore-based operations, defensive swimming, victim pickups from the water and how to paddle
Worcester Fire Department Firefighter John Callahan designed a way to direct fire truck exhaust away from first responders on the scene, limiting exposure to harmful fumes
With the aid of the ATV-3 Prowler, paramedics were able to get to the patient, load him onto a stretcher and deliver him to a crew waiting nearby
AT&T plans to roll out a number of improvements to FirstNet this year
A new drone will assist Zeeland Township Fire Department firefighters during water rescues, ice rescues, fires and missing person searches
Mansfield was recognized for its ongoing commitment to using CPR and defibrillators to save lives
The Idle Control System is designed to power warning lights, work lights and scene lights for more than 120 minutes