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
Retired San Jose Captain Sam Seibert might be the oldest living firefighter in the country
Chief Marc Bashoor told Wolf Blitzer that the training pause will lead to a “degradation in our services”
A man set Tesla chargers on fire at a North Charleston mall, spray-painted political messages and accidentally ignited his own clothes before fleeing
A new bill could significantly raise wages for incarcerated firefighters, addressing long-standing concerns over low pay while ensuring fair compensation for those risking their lives
After a Delray Beach fire truck collided with a Brightline train, fallout continues with ride-alongs suspended, administrators recusing themselves and investigations into licensing and safety
The organizations are mobilizing fire service personnel and advocates to contact their elected officials and push for reopening the National Fire Academy
A four-alarm fire on North Fulton Avenue, fueled by strong winds, spread from a vacant building, damaging 15 structures
A Danville firefighter suffered a medical emergency at the firehouse after a call
American Township’s proposed new firehouse will have larger sleeping quarters for firefighters
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
The heartbreaking death of a Kansas City FF/paramedic reminds us that every shift carries unseen dangers
PRODUCT NEWS
The GI meets the latest NFPA 1981 standards including face piece integrity and communication
A woman was also extricated from her car, and all were treated for non-life threatening injuries
Software integrates video, CAD and more to increase situational awareness
The ordinance states that firefighters who continue to use helmet cams will lose their right to serve the township as firefighters
The Hondo Nuevo line of lounge furniture was put through a durability test and proved to withstand and recover after being crushed by more than 5,000 pounds of force
Firefighters were responding to a medical call when the ambulance got stuck in mud; the firefighter was behind the ambulance when he was hit
The cameras use infrared technology to help firefighters locate victims, pinpoint fires and recognize structural dangers
Wearable technologies show promise for firefighters and chief officers.
The Portable Scene Light is constructed from high-impact thermoplastic weatherproof housing
The Minitor VI is designed to survive the challenging conditions first responders face in the field every day