Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Factors include growing tax bases that allow for full-time positions and more intense training requirements
Federal agents executed a search warrant at Buckeye Fire Equipment in Kings Mountain as part of a multi-agency investigation into identity theft and hiring violations
The Ohio Supreme Court will decide whether the original murder charge should stand in the 2022 death of a Cleveland firefighter
Corpus Christi officials approved applying for a grant to help meet national staffing standards, but the required city match raises debate over potential tax increases or budget cuts
As triple-digit heat scorches the Eastern U.S., cities are seeing record highs, overwhelmed utilities, and a surge in heat-related illnesses
“Into the Unknown” follows six EMS crews nationwide, with Randolph Mantooth and Kevin Tighe shining a spotlight on paramedics’ real-life dedication and mental health challenges
A Tarrant County jury awarded $31.175 million to the widow of Arlington Firefighter Elijah Snow, finding a Cancun resort negligent in his death
Wash. firefighters face discipline over Pride parade participation, flag display and viral cat cameo
Spokane firefighters are under review after allowing a cat and its owner inside a fire truck and displaying a Pride flag, sparking debate over policy, inclusion and political expression
After an investigation revealed years-long delays in Public Safety Officers’ Benefits claims, Sen. Chuck Grassley is demanding leadership changes and accountability at the DOJ
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 two-story house on fire was vacant and firefighters were able to bring it under control within 30 minutes
The bicyclist, who suffered non-life threatening injuries, was riding in the bike lane when the rig attempted to turn into a gas station
The vehicle will respond to calls for non-life threatening injuries such as minor falls, cuts and bites; officials claim the vehicles will be the future of emergency medical response
The 27-year-old man crossed into the path of the responding rig; no firefighters were hurt
City officials are hesitant to pay to equip the truck, saying it would wipe out their entire budget for the year
Council members said firefighters should bring food they need when they report for work; they want a policy in place to assure engines used to run personal errands aren’t abused
No firefighters were on the tracks and no one was injured, but crews said the minor incident could have turned deadly with bad communication
Crews had to extricate the van driver who struck the rig; three firefighters suffered minor injuries
This free PDF from FireGrantsHelp and FireRescue1 will give you everything you need for this year’s Assistance to Firefighters Grants program
The foam is stored in trailers along with equipment needed to apply the foam to a spill; the trailers will be deployed by early 2016