Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Roy Smith is believed to have been responding to a stranded motorist in high water before his vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree
More than 100 volunteers joined police, firefighters, EMS and school staff in Springfield for a full-scale drill designed to test emergency response
Four teens sprang into action after spotting a garage fire on their way home from prom, helping a family evacuate safely and earning praise from local firefighters
Salem firefighters and their families built 10 beds for children in need as part of a $3,500 donation to A Bed for Every Child
Agency coordinators will enroll staff statewide as part of a program that enhances training, technology and operational consistency
Grant funding will support both interior and exterior renovations at Atlantic City Fire Station 2 to modernize the facility and improve its functionality
Milton Guamarriga’s family says he has lived in the U.S. for nearly 30 years, volunteers as a firefighter and was applying for citizenship
Due to staffing and budget challenges, the City of Meriden will deactivate the South Meriden Volunteer Fire Department at the end of the year
A contractor and subcontractor working on powerlines died when their helicopter hit utility lines, crashed into a barge, igniting a fire and multiple explosions
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
Police said the fire truck was en route to a call with lights and sirens when it collided with a car
Roger Hicks and Angela Guisinger have been spraying down the roof of their motel to keep the building safe from falling embers
The department lost 28 pieces of equipment during the storm, including six engines that cost around $500,000 each
As part of the $12.5 million partnership, Scott Safety will provide 2,400 SCBAs to 237 California fire stations
Michael Dimond had just finished a game when his friend collapsed on the ice
There are no plans for production any time soon, but Polish firm 2sympleks collaborated with search and rescue teams for the design
Firefighters, EMS providers and police are using the technology to increase their visibility, making their job easier
The safety product company donated almost 100,000 PPE pieces to support responders in the region impacted by the storm
Police said Nathan Stottler stole the truck while firefighters were doing an inspection inside a business
Verizon says the network gives officials “the opportunity to weigh all their options as they make their important communications network decisions”