Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
The aircraft manufacturer stated it has locked its firefighters out of the bargaining unit and brought in replacements
D.C. Fire Chief John Donnelly Sr. said the wreckage of the plane’s fuselage will probably have to be pulled from the water to get all the bodies
Boulder’s new Station 3 was designed to separate toxins from living quarters and honor fallen firefighters
Authorities say the fire captain used his role as an EMT instructor to inappropriately touch students under the guise of medical assessments
Six of the firefighters were students or former students at the University of Montana
Bethlehem Fire Chief Michael C. Reich said firefighters “found heavy fire on multiple floors of the structure,” and the wind pushed flames to two exposures
Lightweight hooded garment helps protect its wearers against more than 250 chemicals and provides secondary flame resistance when worn as an ensemble with primary flame-resistant garments
Fire officials believe the house fire in Massena started in the kitchen
Firefighter location, tactical communications and weather data deployed for immediate tactical coordination, lifesaving situational awareness
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
Chicago’s new fireground SOP is a reminder for departments to review command roles, operational readiness and compliance before a critical incident forces change
PRODUCT NEWS
This acquisition strengthens WPSG’s presence in Western Pennsylvania and enhances its ability to deliver hands-on service, product expertise, and support to fire departments across the region
The award recognizes Atlantic Emergency Solutions’ strong performance in apparatus and aftermarket sales, operational growth and continued investment in service capabilities
Guardian delivers 24/7 operations, unmatched imaging, Starlink connectivity, and more to help public safety agencies respond to 911 calls and save lives
BRINC and the National League of Cities partner to help cities nationwide deploy drones to 911 calls
This next-generation drone initiative aims to modernize emergency response and keep American communities and those who protect them safe
This order marks the first Pierce High Flow Industrial Pumper to enter service outside the United States
The primary update to both SCBA models is a regulatory change to the End-of-Service-Time Indicator, adjusting the low-air alarm set point to more accurately reflect the rated cylinder volume
Two Ashtabula County departments will use more than $21,000 in state equipment grants to purchase SCBA and battery-powered tools