Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
“By reducing the stigma surrounding suicide and expanding support for at-risk veterans and first responders, New York is leading the way,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said
Following a four-year investigation into the death of New Haven firefighter Ricardo Torres Jr., federal officials say missed communication and command inexperience contributed to his death
Citing a no-bid response protocol, Springdale firefighters say they were following rules when they didn’t respond, despite being just minutes away
The FIRE Act would invest $20 million annually to expand safety protections, fair wages, and job training while creating a path to record expungement and long-term firefighting careers
High-candela flashlight offers powerful downrange illumination in a compact, rechargeable design
Greene County officials revealed internal issues ranging from missed training and pending criminal charges, which led to the sudden closure of the Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company
Santa Clara County officials approved AI-powered sensors to spot smoke early, joining a growing list of communities turning to tech after recent devastating fires
Tucson firefighters on the roof escaped injury after an explosion caused the roof to collapse
After 230 days at a Colorado rehab hospital, Firefighter Justin Shaw is making major strides in recovery from a traumatic brain injury and multiple surgeries
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 survey will collect data to help determine whether there should be any changes made to NFPA 1971 and 1985 standards
The chief said the patient compartment is normally in good shape, and the motor, cab and drive train are what needs to be replaced
The fire truck was struck after another vehicle failed to yield; no firefighters were injured
Firefighters had just returned to their station from a call when they saw a house fire nearby
Under the new agreement, the hospital will hire a paramedic and EMT to handle transfers, 911 calls and other duties at the hospital
Although the vests add an additional 20 to 30 pounds of weight, officials said paramedics don’t mind
The expansion now requires motorists to pull over for emergency vehicles with flashing blue or green lights
Officer David Fahey, 39, was setting out flares near the crash scene when a driver struck him and fled the scene
The fire union pushed for more vests ever since shots were fired at two fire stations in 2015
The system is able to override a vehicle’s loud music and send an “emergency vehicle approaching” warning through its speakers