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
The Blackman-Leoni Township Department of Public Safety will be receiving a new Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus using funds from Michigan’s Marijuana Excise Tax
The new law eliminates provisions that reduced benefits for retired police officers, firefighters, teachers and other public servants, offering retroactive and future payment increases
Five townships will be joining the South Madison Fire Protection Territory
North Middleton Township’s new drone has been involved in searches and assisted firefighters and police officers in its last eight weeks of service
Scottsdale officials approved 5% increases in a seven-step program
Opponents say the new rule will increase premiums by 40%
Lack of planning, unrealistic expectations and stress can derail resolutions, but adopting small, meaningful changes can lead to lasting success
Lieutenant John Vanderstar and Firefighter Brendan Gaffney were awarded the Medal of Valor for rescuing occupants in two separate fires
Kansas City firefighters withdrew from the building and switched to defensive operations minutes before the roof collapsed
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
Hexagon’s next-generation platform provides faster, smarter emergency response
Program provides departments with the funding to address the risks of diesel exhaust and airborne contaminants
New upgrades enhance quality and efficiency to meet growing demand for Pierce fire apparatus and help drive down industry-wide extended lead times
Representing the 4,000th PUC Pump milestone, three new Pierce Velocity PUC Pumpers will enhance the Clark County Fire Department’s ability to protect one of the nation’s most dynamic and demanding response areas
FirstNet Compact Rapid Deployables, AT&T LEO Cell Trailers and LEO Emergency Communication Portables and AT&T Amphibious Vehicle are delivering connectivity
The Connecticut Fire Academy received AFG funding to modernize and expand SCBA equipment used to train recruits and support specialized programs statewide
MagneGrip offers FREE CAD design services to help departments get airflow right from the start