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
Carmel firefighters will participate in a pilot program that helps crews navigate smoke-filled buildings and livestream video to incident commanders
Salt Creek Emergency Services, a volunteer department, relies on donated vehicles and a small budget as repair bills, fuel costs and equipment needs continue to climb
Fort Worth Fire Department’s Tactical Rescue Team brought the man down from a crane at the JPS construction site after a medical emergency left him unable to climb down
More than half of the Danielson Fire Department stepped down after borough officials opened the fire chief search to outside candidates
Salisbury officials say Wicomico County’s proposed budget underfunds city fire and ambulance responses outside city limits, worsening a financial crisis
Five alarms were struck as strong winds pushed flames across several homes in Lowell sending two firefighters to the hospital
Lake Valley Fire Engineer Neil Schnaible died after suffering an on-duty medical emergency, but his decision to be an organ donor is expected to help save lives across the country
Firefighters, dispatchers and other first responders are speaking more openly about PTSD, burnout and stigma as more agencies expand mental health programs
The new facility gives Effingham firefighters a place to practice real-world rescue and fire scenarios locally, rather than traveling to other cities for training
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Fires in expansive structures – in this case 1.2 million square feet – can quickly overwhelm fire protection systems and crews
From freelancing to insurance, there are several factors that should impact go/no-go deployment decisions
As fuel prices skyrocket, look for ways to reduce control fuel costs now, prepare for the long-term and address employee morale
The Felicity Ace was carrying approximately 4,000 vehicles, with electric vehicles hampering extinguishment efforts
The best leaders continually study leadership principles so they can adapt their responses to various situations and crises
Change is inevitable, but leaders should be aware of how much weight symbols hold when it comes to department identity and cohesion
PRODUCT NEWS
The Hooley Awards honor industry leaders who demonstrate outstanding innovation, service, and forward-thinking
Agencies that subscribe to Lexipol’s wellness solution to proactively monitor their members’ risks for stroke, cardiovascular disease, chronic disease, and cortisol levels
Newest addition to premium attack lineup joins popular Warrior and Gladiator series, expanding Snap-tite’s advanced firefighting solutions
Rhode Island’s congressional delegation joined Warwick fire officials to celebrate a $1 million federal grant that funded 72 new self-contained breathing apparatus units
Black Flag Response delivers advanced medical care and technical rescue capabilities with military precision, directly to communities in their most vulnerable moments
Departments can earn up to 10% of sales during first responder month
MSA Safety has secured a $10 million contract to supply SCBA to the Orange County Fire Authority, further expanding its presence in Southern California’s fire service market
The Davenport Fire Department unveiled a new $740,000 fire engine designed to boost mobility and offering the latest technology to better serve the community
With a commitment unlike any other carrier, AT&T delivered these sites across 46 states and D.C., 9 months ahead of schedule
Rescue 42, a longtime leader in fire and rescue equipment, has earned the “Verizon Frontline Verified” status, highlighting the reliability of its mission-critical communications solutions