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
Firefighters from several counties faced extreme cold while fighting a fire in Ovid that destroyed six businesses
With a busy Atlantic hurricane season expected, lawmakers are raising concerns about emergency readiness and public safety
A Norfolk firefighter fired for off-duty medical marijuana use is challenging his dismissal as state law now protects employees using medical cannabis off the clock
The Antique Toy and Firehouse Museum is seeking support to transport the historic FDNY Super Tender from California to Bay City, where it will be reunited with the iconic Super Pumper
As part of a restructuring plan, three Fort Myers Beach battalion chief positions will be cut, prompting warnings about leadership gaps on emergency scenes
Rockport Fire Captain Andrew Porter, a 25-year veteran known for his leadership and dedication, is being remembered as the “glue” of the department
The 2026 plan includes a move to eliminate the EMS special fund, shifting $75M in revenue to the general fund.
Two Montgomery County firefighters and a civilian were hurt when a tanker collided with a vehicle while responding to a call
St. Paul firefighters rescued seven people trapped on the third floor during a fire in a first-floor shop
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 new material technology provides a body-contoured fit for firefighters
The firefighting vehicle has a capacity of 60 gallons and up to 1,200 gallons of finished foam
The hood blocks more than 99.9 percent of particles between 0.1 and 1.0 microns in size
There will be an immersive virtual reality experience for attendees to see the features of the camera
The video series highlights real-life experiences to keep responders safe while on scene
The firefighters were responding to a structure fire when the crash occurred
Deputies found some of the stolen items in Allen Burleigh’s vehicle in plain sight
Paramedics are requesting self-defense training as well as ballistic vests
The department downloaded the sign-language app on its iPads to communicate with people who are deaf or hard of hearing
The department has half as many ambulances, which are busy most of the day, as they do fire trucks