Fire News
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Greene County officials shut down the Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company amid an ongoing investigation into undisclosed claims
FEMA reversed a months-long freeze after determining key courses were critical to local and national emergency response efforts
A small plane crashed into San Diego’s Murphy Canyon neighborhood, igniting about 15 homes and vehicles
The IAFC has formed a task force to ensure fire and EMS agencies have a voice in the future of emergency response and disaster preparedness
- Fire Captain Joe Hunter and Fire Lieutenant Chrissy Sarnowsky bring their firefighting skills and resilience to the latest season of CBS’s ‘Survivor.’
A plan to centralize federal firefighting under the Interior Department is raising alarms over weakened wildfire response, higher risks and rising costs
State legislators are considering funding to help fire departments replace PFAS-laden PPE, as evidence links the toxic chemicals to cancer risks
Oakland firefighters faced fire on the third floor of a garden-style apartment building
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COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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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
Fire Chief Dave Anderson, 66, was seriously injured when his water tender collided with a brush truck responding to a grass fire
The program will allow for the transfer of excess military vehicles and equipment to local fire departments
Fire crews worked to free a person who was stuck inside the car; the cause of the crash is under investigation
The driver of the rig and his four passengers were not injured; the motorcyclist sustained major injuries
Not all of the probationary firefighters have a confirmed diagnosis; at least one of the trainees was hospitalized
The gear is ideal for wildland, extrication, MVAs, traffic control and incident command
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Wearable device monitors breathing and movement
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The firefighters were sent to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries; the cause of the crash is under investigation