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.
James Muller’s widow cites poor communication, water overload from deck guns and inadequate training as key failures that led to her husband’s death
Three top officers of the Los Angeles firefighters union were suspended after an audit revealed $800,000 in improperly documented credit card charges
A manhunt is underway for the man accused of killing and burning the body of Jessica Lockwood, a volunteer first responder
One of 13 NIOSH recommendations highlights the department’s proactive mental health response, including mandatory check-ins and peer-led crisis support
Chief Richard Price, founder of the PulsePoint app and a 33-year fire service veteran, has been honored for his national impact on non-clinical EMS innovation
The new Federal Wildland Fire Service would consolidate USDA and DOI fire programs into one command under the Interior Department
The closing of a Summit Township firehouse came during a time when township officials and the firefighters’ union were working on contract mediation
Federal lawmakers are calling the move to fire 16 staff members a betrayal of those who risked their lives in the aftermath of 9/11
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 suit claims the newly installed digital radios repeatedly knocked firefighters off the air, forcing them to use hand signals
At least one notable fire service leader criticized Denver area fire departments for allowing the NFL team’s players, spouses and children to ride on top of the rigs; where do you stand on the issue?
Fire officials said the firefighter’s injuries are serious, but he is in stable condition
Dispatcher Mary Beth Pazaras sued for discrimination after investigators blamed her for a delay in sending firefighters to a blaze that killed an Army veteran
They were already planning on the purchase but the shooting death of Lt. Jason Adams accelerated the purchase
The Automist, which is installed on the walls of a home, only sprays water directly at a fire; it better protects homes from water damage
Trainee Keenan Smith, 26, saw a man collapse on the street and performed CPR
The three people injured were all inside the ambulance; one EMT was airlifted to a hospital
Vests were prompted by officials after a firefighter was shot and killed while responding to a patient suffering from a seizure
An incident involving a hostage situation where a man held firefighters at gunpoint and the San Bernardino attack caused the chief to take notice