Fire News
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Miami Dade Fire Rescue crews, including two fireboats, responded to a third-alarm fire at a scrap metal yard
A sightseeing helicopter broke apart and crashed into the Hudson River less than 18 minutes after takeoff
The Tom Brennan Lifetime Achievement Award and George D. Post Instructor of the Year Award recognize decades of impact in leadership and fire service education
The three-alarm fire in Millville was complicated by water supply issues, collapsing structures and a severed gas line
Painesville firefighters responding to a pull station alarm faced fire in a thermal oxidizing unit, extending to the roof
Grants, up to $25,000, will support community relief, community outreach, training, specialized equipment and vegetation mitigation and fuels reduction
The Keene Fire Department will have more firefighters to staff ambulances in response to increasing EMS calls
Grand Rapids’ new firehouse will be located in the city’s Third Ward where firefighting resources are spread thin
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
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
The StyLite is a light-guided stylet to help medics safely intubate patients
What’s unique about the ambulance is that has four doors, built on a Dodge B4500 Quad Cab Chassis
A single, light press of a clamp keeps breathing equipment locked in place
Some firefighters feel the requirement to remove patches is unpatriotic
Wand shoots electric beams to cut through fires
The app alerts volunteer citizens trained in CPR to respond to nearby cardiac emergencies
Data highlights extent, type of fire-related injuries suffered by firefighters
Firefighter John B. Glaser died May 22 last year when he removed his SCBA to clear vomit from the equipment
The Glove Corp. says it can’t afford to rectify the issues and is now closing its manufacturing plant
S. 28, the Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act, is reintroduced into Senate