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
Although electrical items were identified as “potential ignition sources,” investigators could not find a common determination in the South Bend fire
Flash flooding in northern West Virginia killed five after intense rains overwhelmed infrastructure, swept away vehicles, and forced residents to flee
Firefighters accounted for all reported missing after rescuing over 70 people across the city
The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and Rochester Hills Fire Department were recognized for their swift actions after the 2024 splash pad shooting that wounded nine, including three children
Lafayette captain and home chef Coby Bailey will represent Louisiana’s rich culinary traditions in the season 4 premiere of “The Great American Recipe” on July 11
A 1925 Ahrens Fox piston pumper led a vintage fire apparatus parade in Shenandoah, celebrating its 100th birthday and permanent home at the Schuylkill Historical Fire Society museum
“When It All Burns” recounts a rookie firefighter’s harrowing season with California’s Los Padres Hot Shot Crew., weaving personal experience with a searing examination of wildfire
President Donald Trump has directed the creation of a single wildland firefighting program, shifting thousands from the U.S. Forest Service to a new agency
Funding gaps, rising costs and blocked attempts to exit urban renewal districts have left Ada County first responders struggling to meet response-time goals
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
My legal career is predicated on defending providers who find themselves on the wrong end of the law because of the difficult judgement calls in the heat of a moment. This is not that scenario.
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
PRODUCT NEWS
The Motak Gel System provides uniform and consistent coverage of flame retardant gel even under extreme conditions
The truck was heading to a fire when its rear wheel got stuck in a deep incline between two streets
The entire crew was wearing their seatbelts at the time; they were sent to the hospital for precaution but later released
New for 2014 are the GMC 1500 Grille Kit, the Polaris RZR XP1000 Grille, the 2011-2013 Dodge Ram Fog Light Kit and the Pole Mount
Analytics tool helps fire departments understand response times, staffing levels
The ER POD concept equips crews to address incidents
The SEL 30-year cylinder is available in 30-minute, 45-minute and 60-minute rated durations
Mutualink K12 allows real-time voice, video, data, and text communications between schools and first responders
Firefighters and medics worked for more than two hours to free the hand of the boy
Lt. Rom Duckworth and Chief Rob Wylie bring expert perspective to hot topics, frontline tactics and leadership lessons that firefighters and officers need to be safe and successful