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 church in Bryan remains open as the pastor contests a civil case requiring costly upgrades, including fire sprinklers, to meet city regulations for overnight stays
A massive blaze gutted the longtime family-owned boat business in Summit Township, prompting a multi-agency response
Firefighter Jeffrey Deschenes died in the line of duty after responding to multiple emergency calls, the U.S. Fire Administration confirmed
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Construction workers scrambled to safety after a portion of an underground tunnel collapsed 400 feet below the surface, with all rescued and no major injuries reported
With more than 160 people still missing after deadly Hill Country floods, Texas search teams face the emotional toll of recovering bodies while managing the mental strain of their work
A 76-year-old grandmother was killed in a Queens pizzeria after an e-bike battery sparked a fast-moving fire, making her the first lithium-ion battery fire fatality in NYC this year
A jury found former Albuquerque fireifghters Aden Heyman and Anthony Martin not guilty on all counts after just two hours of deliberation
St. Paul firefighters used a rope system to rescue a man trapped 10 feet underground in a sewer for several days
Monsoon rains triggered flash flooding in Ruidoso, New Mexico, sweeping one house downstream and leaving at least three people missing as officials continue search efforts
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Resignations often signal leadership disputes, safety concerns and unresolved conflicts — issues that often build long before members decide to walk away
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
PRODUCT NEWS
Calif. firefighters woke to the smell of smoke and used a garden hose to put out the blaze
The rig’s driver was preparing to close a road so a helicopter could land when he struck the chief
Be ready for your next fire with a hot shield mask
If the tax goes into effect, city leaders want to replace an aging fire truck
He had a goal to raise $10,000 for the boys; he ended up raising more than $17,000
Crews were able to extricate the man only after taking pieces of the machine apart
The Decon System makes it easy for firefighters to properly clean their gear
It keeps the pumps running at a low-idle speed, reducing fuel consumption and noise
The K55 will allow firefighters to see even better in total darkness or in smoke-filled rooms
The Krios Series construction absorbs 90 percent less water than non-waterproof boots