Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Among 344 graduates, Ian Montesi, whose father died in the North Tower collapse, and Francis Donohue, whose father died of a 9/11-related illness, are following their fathers’ path
The Highland Fire Protection District used an Assistance to Firefighters Grant to buy 33 sets of turnout gear, 10 sets of EMS gear, new helmets, boots and gloves, plus extrication and wildland equipment
Instructors and speakers have until Nov. 2, 2025, to submit their proposals
Families toured six Vacaville fire stations, watched demos, collected passport stamps for prizes as firefighters showcased gear to build connections with residents
The new entity is dedicated to advancing autonomous fire prevention solutions
Photos show firefighters using ground ladders and an aerial ladder to rescue occupants during a three-alarm fire in Groton
Beer cans were found close to the fire truck, but the driver tested alcohol-free, as the cause of the fatal Wood Lake firetruck rollover remains under investigation
Bill boosts prison firefighter wages from about $1 to the federal minimum, while the sheriffs’ association objects to costs and notes existing sentence credits
MagneGrip offers free grant assistance to help departments fund clean air protection
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Make information sharing a part of your mass casualty incident protocols, especially in incidents involving children or unknown illness
“Mutual-aid planning proved invaluable” to a coordinated response on the complex Woodrow Wilson Bridge, which connects Virginia and Maryland
Chiefs need to take a training posture that focuses additional efforts on swift water responses
The fire service has the opportunity to adapt fire code enforcement to new and emerging threats, including active violence
Officials have reported explosive devices have been found on and near the scene
In today’s perilous world, firefighters require a new response paradigm to increase scene safety
PRODUCT NEWS
Three desperately needed ladder trucks are among 11 new rigs to be purchased after an audit found firefighters had no reserve apparatus and sometimes relied on pickup trucks
Anne Arundel County Fire Chief Trisha Wolford is one of seven new members supporting the nationwide public safety broadband network
Active U.S. volunteer firefighters have until November 30 to enter for a chance to win the helmet
Self-contained, transportable tool with all the necessary equipment to rescue victims trapped in grain bins
FirstNet Response Operations Group is at the heart of emergency response efforts
The two assets are both capable of establishing their own off-grid network, allowing first responders to communicate with each other in challenging situations
Partnership connects clinicians with specialized training and makes treatment options more available to first responders
Patents cover advances in multi-agency data sharing and video surveillance technologies
San Antonio and Dallas now join the Gear Wash family in a landmark acquisition