Fire News
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High school girls in Jackson County will get hands-on experience in fire, EMS and police careers
Experts warn that under Trump, FEMA could approve fewer major disaster declarations and deliver slower, reduced responses
As West End Fire & Rescue celebrates 100 years of service, the once modest company began with a hand-me-down 1917 fire engine
Roanoke Fire Captain Michael Reedy served since 2007 and led the department’s Fire Honor Guard and safety education programs for the community
The Aurora firefighters used a spotlight on a marked patrol car and forced the officer to swerve, leading to disciplinary action and transfers
Wellness programs are expanding as dispatch centers race to adopt artificial intelligence, new tech tools and stronger retention models
A massive blaze at The Cooper apartments challenged Fort Worth firefighters, highlighting how modern construction materials can complicate firefighting efforts
Waco’s police and fire chiefs are requesting a dedicated staff psychologist to support the mental health of more than 500 public safety personnel
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
The new liners are the latest addition to the company’s FR clothing line, DragonWear
No firefighters were injured and the accident is under investigation
First Response presents an ePCR platform with a configurable user interface
The Wildland MPT allows a fire department to configure components, systems or functionality across a number of firefighting scenarios
The THERMAL STAR cools the body through waist-mounted air discharge nozzles, which can attach to spiral tubes and be worn over or under clothing
The rig was returning to the station from ladder training when it moved to give another car more room
Their direct assistance makes the process of owning a home easy for our community heroes
Whether looking for victims in an urban or wilderness setting, these 10 tools will help get the job done
The firefighter was treated for minor injuries and was later released; two other firefighters were shaken but declined treatment
Two firefighters inside the truck had to be rescued, but they were uninjured