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
On his first day, President Trump ordered federal agencies to end all “equity-related” grants and contracts, later mandating contractors to certify they don’t promote DEI
The Aurora firefighters used a spotlight on a marked patrol car and forced the officer to swerve, leading to disciplinary action and transfers
Wellness programs are expanding as dispatch centers race to adopt artificial intelligence, new tech tools and stronger retention models
A massive blaze at The Cooper apartments challenged Fort Worth firefighters, highlighting how modern construction materials can complicate firefighting efforts
Waco’s police and fire chiefs are requesting a dedicated staff psychologist to support the mental health of more than 500 public safety personnel
As call volumes surge and volunteer numbers decline, rural Yolo County fire chiefs warn of a breaking point for their departments
Groton Capt. Whitney Teehan Jr. was remembered for his decades of dedication, community spirit and the generations of firefighters he helped inspire
Former Flint Fire Chief Raymond Barton claims he was fired for refusing to alter findings after a house fire where firefighters allegedly failed to search a room where two children later died
Federal agents executed a search warrant at Buckeye Fire Equipment in Kings Mountain as part of a multi-agency investigation into identity theft and hiring violations
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 50kW, 176-panel solar array that converted the firehouse to solar power was installed last year at a cost under $60,000
The Oshkosh Fire Department will use a grant to purchase 10 sets of ballistic vests, helmets and accessories
The Carney Strong Initiative donated packages that included gear-cleaning solution and health supplements to the Goose Creek Fire Department
The SmokeBot can see and navigate through smoke-filled rooms while plotting a route for firefighters with sensors and a laser scanner
The Texas A&M Forest Service program donated the military truck to the White Oak Volunteer Fire Department to be used for emergencies such as flooding
The China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology is working on a drone that can search for trapped victims in high-rise building fires by quickly flying through
The upcoming operating system will automatically relay a caller’s location to dispatchers in an effort to “reduce emergency response times”
The MedStat ASAP MS250 is an all-wheel-drive utility vehicle that is the size of a Mini Cooper but can transport EMTs, a patient and a full-size cot
The Center for the Study of the Drone estimated that the number of public safety agencies using drones has increased by 82 percent in the past year
Gore goes beyond the requirements of the NFPA standards to ensure they develop the best possible products for their customers