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Keene officials hoped a SAFER grant would fully cover hiring costs, but learned it will fund only 75% in year one
Tri-Township Fire & Rescue has fully staffed its Memphis fire station for the first time in decades, marking a major milestone in a long-term plan to improve response times
A social media post intended to praise a Warren fire crew has drawn backlash for insensitivity toward the homeowner
To fight firefighter cancer risks, the Hayward Fire Department has partnered with Prenuvo to offer full-body MRI scans for early detection, inspired by the legacy of late Captain Steve Holt
Federal agents and protesters clashed for a second day near DHS staging areas, prompting a forceful response that included tear gas, arrests and growing unrest in LA’s immigrant communities
The Smith Mountain Lake Marine Volunteer Fire Department is celebrating 50 years of service with the opening of its first firehouse
The new incentive program offers stipends of up to $5,000 for service and training, aiming to reverse declining volunteer numbers and revitalize fire service in North Tonawanda
Four St. Paul firefighter fathers proudly pinned badges on their sons at the department’s latest academy graduation
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COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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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
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
A paramedic and the patient inside the ambulance were among those dead; the crash is under investigation
The department was short staffed and he was the only one left at the station; the chief asked him to drive the water tanker to help fight a fire
Authorities said the two shot at a group of volunteer firefighters who were responding to a vehicle fire
A police officer ran across the street to a muffler shop to get a jack to lift the car; another officer and firefighter helped get the girl out
The fire truck was hit a second time from behind and will be out of service for a long time
The 10-year-veteran spent two days in the ICU and another four in the telemetry unit; his fellow firefighters are being credited for saving his life