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
Taylor Fire Rescue’s quick attack squad was purchased through donations and state funds
A Tarrant County jury awarded $31.175 million to the widow of Arlington Firefighter Elijah Snow, finding a Cancun resort negligent in his death
Wash. firefighters face discipline over Pride parade participation, flag display and viral cat cameo
Spokane firefighters are under review after allowing a cat and its owner inside a fire truck and displaying a Pride flag, sparking debate over policy, inclusion and political expression
After an investigation revealed years-long delays in Public Safety Officers’ Benefits claims, Sen. Chuck Grassley is demanding leadership changes and accountability at the DOJ
Officials say the critically injured firefighter is recovering and credit quick action for preventing fatalities
Chicago firefighters and city leaders are raising alarms over new guidelines requiring four-person engine crews to delay entry unless victims are visibly trapped
Hernando County firefighters were attacked by a combative 74-year-old patient who pulled a gun, chased them out of a home and tried to steal their fire truck with a crew member still inside
Four Syracuse firefighters were treated for heat-related injuries, three hospitalized, while battling their second blaze in an hour during extreme temperatures
San Bernardino County fire officials tested a lightweight, battery-powered aircraft that could speed up emergency response in remote areas at a lower cost than helicopters
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 system comes pre-rigged for immediate deployment to the field for rescuers
It provides more redundancy and better in-building coverage for emergency responders
The free app includes an online database of drugs with the ability to search, personalize information, and check how drugs taken at the same time will interact
The truck struck an embankment, overturned and ejected the firefighter; he was not wearing a seatbelt
One firefighter fell in the house; another firefighter was treated at the scene for a burn to his face
It is alleged that during the investigation of the accident both men lied about how the crash occurred
“Power to Protect” sweepstakes will benefit the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
ARM-LOC saves people trapped by various water disasters
They lost two fire trucks, an all-terrain vehicle and all of their firefighting equipment
Fire Chief Dave Anderson was listed in critical condition for injuries to his chest