Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Patrick McDermott, who once saved three girls while off duty, was diagnosed with stage 5 chronic kidney disease
More than 130 firefighters battled a major fire in Pacoima that destroyed four homes amid exploding fireworks
Authorities confirmed that Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire Chief Michael Phillips was last seen attempting a rescue in Burnet County
Families and rescuers continue searching Camp Mystic, where 11 girls and a counselor remain missing
As rescuers search for dozens still missing in Kerr County’s deadly flash flood, questions grow over the timing and effectiveness of emergency alerts, despite claims that the storm’s severity was unforeseen
At least 51 people, including 15 children, are dead and 27 girls remain missing after a flash flood devastated Camp Mystic and surrounding areas in Kerr County
Officials said West Colesville Fire Chief James Sitek suffered a medical emergency during a house fire in Conklin
Richmond marked the anniversary of hiring Virginia’s first professional Black firefighters, honoring the legacy of Engine Co. 9 and the men who broke barriers in 1950
Award-winning artist hand-paints the Rockport town seal on fire trucks in honor of his late father, a longtime firefighter and EMT
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
The fire truck collided with a van; the fire truck was responding to a call for a gas leak
Fire chief said protective gear will allow first responders to treat patients more quickly in an active shooter situation
Lt. Lyle Crandall was run over by the front tires of the rig; he suffered traumatic injury to his left foot and both legs
The new protocol aims to improve safety by reducing the amount of emergency vehicle crashes
Waze users reported a Texas interstate accident that appeared on a dispatch center’s feed 11 minutes before a 911 call was made
The rig, which was loaded with two 600-gallon tanks of water, had to be drained to get it out of the mud
Firefighters support adding the slogan, saying they want to get the rest of the county involved
The firefighter was responding to a grass fire when he was hit by a semi while attempting to turn onto a highway; the chief thinks the brakes were defective
The bag valve mask obscured the victim’s face while his firefighter son performed CPR
The rig was being delivered to a fire department when it left the roadway and ended up in a culvert