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
Tarkington Captain Doc Sikes knew he was going to be the only volunteer available to respond due to work schedules
AeroFit’s new fit testing device provides silent operation, interactive guidance, automated verification and smart respirator pairing
Retroactive payments averaging $6,710 are being sent to eligible first responder retirees previously impacted by WEP and GPO, with higher monthly benefits beginning in April
Big Bear Hotshot Carlos Baltazar was last seen shortly after the line-of-duty death of the hotshot crew boss in the El Dorado Fire
The Elizabethtown assistant chief was trapped inside the department vehicle after it overturned while he was responding to a fire
Chief Marc Bashoor told Wolf Blitzer that the training pause will lead to a “degradation in our services”
A man set Tesla chargers on fire at a North Charleston mall, spray-painted political messages and accidentally ignited his own clothes before fleeing
A new bill could significantly raise wages for incarcerated firefighters, addressing long-standing concerns over low pay while ensuring fair compensation for those risking their lives
After a Delray Beach fire truck collided with a Brightline train, fallout continues with ride-alongs suspended, administrators recusing themselves and investigations into licensing and safety
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
My legal career is predicated on defending providers who find themselves on the wrong end of the law because of the difficult judgement calls in the heat of a moment. This is not that scenario.
Resignations often signal leadership disputes, safety concerns and unresolved conflicts — issues that often build long before members decide to walk away
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
PRODUCT NEWS
When departments plan a new station or renovate an existing facility, airflow planning and exhaust removal system layout should be considered early in the design process
New public safety Assist Agents will responsibly automate workflows to more effectively serve the community
Cross-country tour features hands-on engagement with next-generation innovations supporting the fire service
Partnership helps agencies improve equipment tracking, inspection documentation, and lifecycle management for personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ten-8 Fire & Safety strengthens its regional capabilities as Emergency Equipment Professionals (EEP) becomes part of the organization
The landmark apparatus, featuring the 1,000th PACCAR MX-13 engine, will enhance the Broussard Fire Department’s operational reach, maneuverability and long-term serviceability
ESO’s acquisition of d2i advances ESO’s vision of building end-to-end emergency intelligence