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
“The Bravest Children” program from Friends of Firefighters provides sessions for children to share among peers and develop positive coping skills
Lawmakers argue that a “consolidated market power” is impacting fire department readiness
The Kaysville Fire Department is set to receive the final Pierce Quantum fire truck with a custom logo
While on a supply run in storm-ravaged Kentucky, members of FEMA’s Maryland USAR-TF1 jumped into action to battle a house fire
The Tri-Community firefighter was found in the home’s basement
Free cancer screening in response to recent legislation will help detect cancer in approximately 900 firefighters every two years
Neighbors reported hearing an explosion before fire engulfed the Saugerties house
FDNY fire marshals said the Staten Island three-alarm fire is suspicious and have taken one person in custody
A wave of new bills throughout the country would establish peer networks, crisis hotlines and insurance coverage for trauma-related conditions like PTSD
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 fire truck stalled and an airboat was sent to rescue the three firefighters; no one was in the stranded vehicle
EMT Siren and the FDNY150 Ambulance will represent FDNY in parades and community events throughout the year
The new generation in handheld chemical detection
Three firefighters, their patient and a family member were able to escape the ambulance and cross to dry ground
Workforce management on one easy-to-use interface
All of their injuries were minor; there’s no word yet on how the rig overturned
The new multi-layer lining provides more moisture protection from both external and internal sources
They got them into an inflatable boat minutes before the car was submerged; torrential rain has caused flooding across the Sydney region
The new K45 improves firefighters vision in total darkness or in smoke-filled rooms
The Ferno 2020 Vision Proof of Concept vehicle creates a safer, more efficient and intelligent delivery of care