Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Gresham Firefighter Spencer Tejedas suffered burns to 45% of his body in a house fire where conditions quickly changed, leading to a flashover
Five soldiers were shot at Fort Stewart, prompting a brief lockdown before the suspected shooter was arrested
Firefighters were attacked by a crowd of hundreds while at a crash scene in Copiah County, forcing them to abandon their equipment and retreat
A Denver rail worker suffered severe injuries and had his leg amputated after being trapped by a derailed train car at the BNSF Globeville Yard
A ladder truck owned for just six months by Jamesville Volunteer Fire and EMS was heavily damaged in a fire that also impacted the station
North Babylon Fire Chief Peter Alt was caught on video shouting profanities at a 10-year-old girl during an emergency call
Burning over 129 square miles in steep, remote terrain, the Gifford Fire has injured at least three people and forced closures in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties
The suspect, later involved in a hit-and-run and seen inhaling gas from balloons, fled police at high speeds and remains at large
The tragic accident that killed Plainville Firefighter Raymond Moreau has sparked renewed focus on equipment safety, declining volunteer numbers and emerging health risks
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
Crews on scene said the firefighter was conscious and appeared to be OK
Lizardo Alvarez plunged his car into the truck that was blocking two lanes of traffic
“Where’s the fire? I’ll put it out,” President Trump said as he jumped in the truck
When alerted with the technology, responders would receive the phone’s location as well as livestream video or audio
Brock Trimmer, Sebastian Zlotkavski and Ronnie Simone used their paramedic training to quickly jump into action
The Android phone was filmed restarting after an attempt to call for an emergency
Ronda Varnado, 54, was driving a water truck to a house fire when the truck tipped over
With the acquisition of Globe, MSA will strengthen its position as a leader in PPE
The department now has enough vests and helmets for a full shift of seven firefighters and paramedics
The rig was en route to a landfill fire call; the firefighters were treated for minor injuries