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
A retired Durham firefighter and his siblings were killed following the death of a family member on Long Island
With thermal imaging, live video, and supply drop capabilities, the Colorado Springs Fire Department’s drone program is transforming search-and-rescue operations
Beaufort-Leslie Fire Protection District Junior Firefighter Chevy Gall was killed in a POV crash while responding to a water rescue
Despite recent federal funding cuts, plans for the 2025 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend are moving forward as scheduled, according to event organizers
Facing rising wildfire risk and funding challenges, Santa Clara County will merge its two fire districts this summer
Pierce Manufacturing will showcase its latest fire apparatus innovations, advanced safety technology, and fully integrated solutions — all engineered to work as a single, cohesive system to support the fire service.
Two residents died in a fire on the 10th floor of a high-rise building for senior citizens in North Bergen
A nationwide push for single-staircase buildings to ease the housing crisis is raising alarms from NFPA and fire safety experts, who warn the shift could compromise emergency access and evacuation
Investigators confirmed human remains discovered on property in Altadena burned by the Eaton Fire
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
Fire crews used a ladder truck and chain saws to cut branches around the animal
The number of medical helicopters has more than doubled in the past decade, the session was told
How to use trim to maximize safety
Gear manufacturer demonstrates harness for charity
IAFF and DHS select MSA to work on next generation of SCBA
Newly-revised FCC includes a proposal to spend as much as $16 billion in the next decade
An attorney gave advice to a session at EMS Today in Baltimore regarding the growing issue of responders posting media online
The firefighter was not wearing a seat belt, possibly unfastening it to reach a radio