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Deputies said the family in Angleton were working on leveling their mobile home when it collapsed on them
To maintain quick response times Rahway is replacing its aging pumper, ensuring continued service reliability as the current vehicle nears the end of its 15-year lifespan
Three decades after the deadliest domestic terror attack in U.S. history, survivors of the Oklahoma City bombing still carry deep emotional and physical scars
Seven departments participated in the largest drone training exercise in San Joaquin County to sharpen emergency response skills and strengthen interagency coordination across
The 20-year-old gunman was identified as the son of a Leon County Sheriff’s Office deputy
Lawmakers argue that a “consolidated market power” is impacting fire department readiness
The Kaysville Fire Department is set to receive the final Pierce Quantum fire truck with a custom logo
While on a supply run in storm-ravaged Kentucky, members of FEMA’s Maryland USAR-TF1 jumped into action to battle a house fire
The Tri-Community firefighter was found in the home’s basement
TRENDING NEWS
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
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
PRODUCT NEWS
Firefighter Josef Tadijanac has undergone 2 surgeries to restore circulation from knee down
During hour-long rescue, firefighters used axes, crowbars, air chisel, rotary saw to get teen out
Firefighters allegedly ignored command procedures, kept other crews away from hot spots, used incompatible radio frequencies
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Fire chief has spoken with other agencies about their transportation policies, but none would have altered the outcome of Sunday’s events
Crew forced to crawl out of building when hose became inoperable during controlled burn exercise
The privately owned helicopters will be available anywhere in the United States
Draeger says its equipment is not faulty but admits to poor customer service
Firefighter Starkey carried his dog and his son’s cat to safety before fire reached his trailer but lost everything else
Burn filmmakers continue to look for financial backing to take the film mainstream