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
Charlotte firefighters quickly extinguished a fire in an old control tower at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Understanding the appointment process for the new U.S. fire administrator and how interim roles step up to support the team during the transition
Kentwood’s new $668K training building will have burn rooms, a maze system, temperature monitoring and a forcible entry door
NFPA Fire Sprinkler Initiative week communicates the dangers of home fires to residents and firefighters
Funding for Lowell and Tewksbury fire departments of over $70K helped improve firefighter safety and fireground operations
At least 22 people were injured when the Jet Rescue Air Ambulance plane crashed shortly after takeoff
Kings County Captain Mark Eads was known as “a dedicated firefighter who served the community with passion and commitment”
Army Corps of Engineers Colonel Francis B. Pera said a “dignified recovery” of the victims takes precedence over all else
Lancaster County’s firefighting force hasn’t been able to keep up with population growth
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
Virginia Task Force 1 and California Task Force 2 are activated following catastrophic earthquake
