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
Officials said Symeon Williams, 39, was known for his energy, kindness and work ethic across the departments he served
Backed by a $1M AFG grant, the Lodi Fire Department plan involves 15 firefighter-paramedics and four paramedic engines at no extra cost to residents
Cleveland’s chief is on paid leave while the city investigates a now-deleted Facebook repost of a political cartoon days after Kirk’s killing
The DeLand Fire Department is piloting vibrating wristbands, bed shakers and flashing lights to wake crews without blaring sirens
Greenville City Council approves a 24/72 schedule to boost recruitment and work-life balance
An independent review says incident command wasn’t formally established until 25 minutes after the shooter was in custody and fire crews were dispatched late
The Cleveland mayor’s office is reviewing the chief’s Charlie Kirk post while the city is probing EMS and firefighter posts
Brenna Kulikowsk and Damon Thompson were returning to Show Low after an interfacility transfer
Partnership brings early-detection physicals as a benefit to WFCA member departments
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
Once installed, an internal gyroscope detects ladder angle to turn lights on and off automatically
Blood and urine samples from 200 firefighters were taken to study how harmful smoke exposure really is
NASA engineers are almost finished with their years-long project of adding space technology to standard-issue fire shelters
The Flying Cell on Wings is an LTE cell site placed on a drone to connect first responders and residents while the network is restored
The Fentanyl Safety Recommendations for First Responders gives unified, evidence-based suggestions in the case of suspected fentanyl exposure
The Department of Homeland Security OEC released the data to guide the development of policies, programs and funding
An inter-town Capital Expenditure Grant from the state purchased tactical protective equipment to ensure the safety of first responders
The board included best practices for PPE, decontamination and medical countermeasures
Dane Smothers Jr. will be discharged after spending almost three months in the hospital
Mark Rine has made it his mission to save as many firefighters as possible before he dies from terminal stage 4 melanoma