Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Residents of Liberty County had hoped for a good outcome during the search for the missing firefighters
The firefighter’s lawsuit also alleges that Hamilton Township officials mishandled her complaints and still lack door locks in bathrooms and changing areas in firehouses used by women
The “Fit for Purpose Wildfire Readiness Act” would create a National Wildland Firefighting Service to improve coordination, efficiency and disaster response
Saegertown crews battling a fire at Parker Lord Corp. were thrown by a powerful blast but escaped with minor injuries
FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker urged New Yorkers to stop parking in front of fire hydrants, saying the delay contributed to the outcome of the Brooklyn fire
President Donald Trump met with New Orleans police, firefighters and paramedics before Super Bowl LIX kickoff, praising their courage following the Bourbon Street terror attack
Two Carbondale firefighters created a skills weekend to introduce young girls to the fire and EMS service
Officials estimate that around half of the 4,000 gallons has been sprayed on more than 40 fire-prone acres, including at least six places where homeless people have been known to camp
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
Firefighter Mike Urban died Jan. 7 after battling the lung cancer mesothelioma
Sandown Firefighter Harold Frey, 46, had joined the department just a few months ago
Applying water to the fire around the steering column caused the blast, according to a report by the department
The Big Tree volunteer firefighter became ill during SCBA training
Fire officials say radio system unreliable, implemented too soon, without proper testing or appropriate back-up measures in place
Other firefighters told Firefighter Jason Farrar that his brother must have had his back when he responded to a recent house fire
Rapid nitrogen discharge from a water misting system simulation broke instructor’s wrist
Demonstration is a significant milestone in the development of LTE for public safety
The ultrasonic firefighter tracking system developed following the 2007 Charleston Sofa Super Store fire that killed nine firefighters
Alpine Township Fire Chief Ron Christians said the firefighter violated department policy by using his emergency lights