Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
As fire and EMS crews in Bolton went to work on a cardiac arrest patient, one of their own suffered cardiac arrest
The 2026 plan includes a move to eliminate the EMS special fund, shifting $75M in revenue to the general fund.
Two Montgomery County firefighters and a civilian were hurt when a tanker collided with a vehicle while responding to a call
St. Paul firefighters rescued seven people trapped on the third floor during a fire in a first-floor shop
Carsonville Fire Chief Dave Warfel died after a day of instructing at the Wildland Fire Academy at Shippensburg University
At least eight people were injured after a man attacked a pro-Israeli hostage rally in Boulder, the FBI is investigating as a terrorist act
Event will bring together key decision-makers, thought leaders, and innovators to explore the latest developments in public safety technology
The fire department plans to use nurses to handle non-emergency calls, freeing up EMS crews for more urgent responses
Remotely activated and powered by solar energy, new firefighting water tanks let helicopters refill in under a minute, even during power outages
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
One firefighter had to be cut out of the rig and suffered severe injuries; the others were taken to the hospital to be treated
Responders have been complaining for weeks that new dispatch technology isn’t working; this incident is one example of that
No firefighters were injured in the crash, but the fire truck sustained minor damage
Multiple EMS and fire agencies respond to players, spectators reporting headaches, dizziness, vomiting after hockey game
The damage to the station was substantial; there were no reported injuries
New hardware has shown some units in the wrong locations; officials are working to fix the issue, which is part of a communication overhaul
Brian Johnston, 65, was one year shy of celebrating 50 years with the service
Gus Losleben was driving a fire truck to a house fire when he collided head-on with the log truck
The fire truck landed in a ditch; a tow truck pulled it out a short time later
Emergency crews transported her to a hospital where officials reported her in good condition