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 New Kensington’s four companies trained on operations inside a mid-rise apartment building
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
Dr. John Howard has yet to be reinstated as head of the WTC Health Program, as many staff remain without jobs—“a shell game,” says FDNY Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Prezant
A 19-year-old accused of using a Molotov cocktail to start a fire at a Kansas City Tesla dealership has been released to house arrest ahead of his federal trial
IAFF President Edward Kelly and U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer announced the nation’s first federally registered apprenticeship program, aimed at tackling recruitment challenges
Cuts by the Department of Health and Human Services sidelined 185 workers in Morgantown and idled 10,000 scientists nationwide
Hundreds gathered to honor Chicago Fire Captain David Meyer, a father of four, remembered for his selfless service and ultimate sacrifice
Kansas City Fire Chief Ross Grundyson called Firefighter/Paramedic Graham Hoffman a devoted public servant and community leader, mourning his loss as a “senseless act”
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 system includes external water deluge systems, in-cab air breathing systems and protection equipment for vehicle wiring, water and fuel lines
Thirty-four firefighters claim they suffered permanent hearing loss; each firefighter is seeking $150,000 in damages
The chief says strain on responders is a growing problem, mainly caused by young people drinking
The department was using the aerial to decorate the station with Christmas lights
One adult and three children were injured; two of the injured were listed in serious condition
Mark Zielinski, 49, responded to a scene where a shopper was down in cardiac arrest requiring CPR
The rig hit several parked cars while responding to a call; the firefighters suffered minor injuries
The thief broke into the firefighter’s personal call while they were out on a call
Firefighters suspect the shooting may have happened while answering a call about a fallen utility pole
Three cats were taken from the building to a veterinary hospital