Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Miami Fire Rescue officials said many elderly and immobile occupants were rescued from balconies
Firefighters in Durham, Raleigh and Chapel Hill have been the victims of vehicle break-ins while on emergency calls
After-action reports and investigations revealed issues with alert systems in past wildfires as well as the timeliness of notifications
Grand Rapids Fire Chief Brad Brown described firefighters hearing the children screaming from inside the house, saying it “will live on in our heads for the rest of our lives”
The Big Elm Volunteer Fire Company firefighter suffered a medical emergency and was found by others at the fire station
Administration officials said the decision to halt loans and grants was necessary to ensure that spending complies with President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders
Federal regulations enacted last year focused on drinking water, products containing PFAS and firefighting foam
From natural disasters to homeland security, FEMA’s development tells the story of resilience, adaptation and innovation in emergency management
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