Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Oakland firefighters had used the Jaws of Life during a call and then discovered it had been stolen
American Township’s proposed new firehouse will have larger sleeping quarters for firefighters
A Ridgeville volunteer firefighter died from an apparent medical event while preparing to respond to a mobile home fire
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Mountain Gate firefighters paused emergency response operations, citing safety concerns over faulty gear that fails to meet industry standards
Free screenings would begin in a firefighter’s fifth year of employment, but concerns remain over funding, as the legislation lacks state financial support
The Sterling Fire Department’s current Truck 4 had “been in service less than 100 days” in the nearly three years the department has had the truck
A new policy aims to curb sexual harassment claims, including a $350K settlement to former “Jersey Shore” star and EMT Angelina Pivarnick over alleged misconduct
“We do enter vacants, we do not enter Code X,” PIO John Marsh said about the policy during the rowhome fire on North Fulton Avenue
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 Vulnerability Assessment Program will allow fire departments to assess levels of risk to firefighters
All crews were ordered out of the building due to the threat of a potential collapse
The boot, which withstands 500 degree temperatures for up to 5 minutes, gives firefighters comfort and protection
Two firefighters were taken to a hospital for a checkup after the truck struck a walkway fence
Chief David Litton says part of the delay comes from 911 dispatchers starting the response clock before sounding the alarm at the station
The storied fire truck company’s closure sparks concerns for parts availability and a lawsuit by employees
After firefighters left the scene at a hotel alarm run, the fire truck hit a parked car and several large trees before coming to a stop
The standard committee is focused on beefing up portable devices, including lapel mics, used in interior fire-attack situations
N.C. fire engineer marries his background in computer engineering with firefighting to develop award-winning app
The patient was pulled out of the burning rig and two crew members suffered smoke inhalation