Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
A San Luis Obispo fire captain left a wishful and apologetic note for the homeowners while fighting the Palisades Fire
More than 130 firefighters battled a major fire in Pacoima that destroyed four homes amid exploding fireworks
Authorities confirmed that Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire Chief Michael Phillips was last seen attempting a rescue in Burnet County
Families and rescuers continue searching Camp Mystic, where 11 girls and a counselor remain missing
As rescuers search for dozens still missing in Kerr County’s deadly flash flood, questions grow over the timing and effectiveness of emergency alerts, despite claims that the storm’s severity was unforeseen
At least 51 people, including 15 children, are dead and 27 girls remain missing after a flash flood devastated Camp Mystic and surrounding areas in Kerr County
Officials said West Colesville Fire Chief James Sitek suffered a medical emergency during a house fire in Conklin
Richmond marked the anniversary of hiring Virginia’s first professional Black firefighters, honoring the legacy of Engine Co. 9 and the men who broke barriers in 1950
Award-winning artist hand-paints the Rockport town seal on fire trucks in honor of his late father, a longtime firefighter and EMT
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
Officials believe one of the truck’s tires slipped off the road and then ran into a large tree, peeling back the metal roof of the cab
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