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
Facing million-dollar price tags and years-long delays, fire and EMS agencies are using the Garage marketplace to buy and sell used rigs and fund new equipment
Four part-time Grand Blanc firefighters say township officials blocked them from full-time jobs after they supported Fire Chief Jamie Jent following the deadly September 2025 attack on a Mormon church
Tucson officials are considering shutting down two fire stations and freezing hiring as they work to close a multimillion-dollar shortfall
Essex and Gloucester departments are among 307 across the state sharing $5 million in state funding to buy updated protective gear and vehicle stabilization equipment
A firefighter in Taftville was placed on a 90-day suspension after making a comment about Norwich’s mayor, prompting a response from department leaders and the mayor
A massive illegal fireworks stash exploded, killing seven and triggering murder charges against five, including a sheriff’s lieutenant accused of helping conceal the operation
Eight tower ladders were used as nearly 300 firefighters battled the Queens blaze
Shutdown shutters the Emmitsburg campus to the public, but officials say Memorial Weekend ceremonies honoring 204 fallen firefighters will still proceed
Dearborn Heights officials say the milestone could reduce overtime and ease strain on firefighters, though medical leaves and aging equipment still pose challenges
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
The state is combining reward and punishment incentives and including aspects of public safety beyond fire
Moving past the cringes and gee-whiz reactions of the flying-over-water firefighter can make the fire service safer
Sudden collapse of Plasco building is a reminder for all firefighters and commanders to understand risks for building collapse and review high-rise fire tactics
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a time to reflect on our fire service diversity situation and take the necessary steps to improve it
The fire service doesn’t come free and now is the time to remind newly elected or re-elected officials of that fact
There are three early takeaways all fire and EMS departments can learn from in this mass-shooting incident
PRODUCT NEWS
Prince George’s County firefighters are among firefighters from five departments testing the gear in training and on emergency calls
T-Priority brings agencies of all sizes cutting-edge 5G solutions, best-in-class partners and America’s best 5G network experience for first responders
Acquisition of eDispatches expands the reach of emergency data to field responders available through RapidSOS
Wildfire sensors will help detect early fire activity and provide firefighters with advanced warning to protect communities.
75% believed AI would be anywhere from “somewhat important” to a “top priority” for public safety agencies in the future
Kerr was IAFC President before finishing her career as the Fire Chief of Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue
The University of Virginia is hosting a panel discussion on Oct. 3 to dive deep into the modern issues facing those dedicated to serving the community at large
Hims & Hers provides increased access to safe and affordable weight loss treatment at up to a 50% discount to help the heroes in their communities with their health and wellness
Company expansion driven by industry growth
New EXO 8 monitor designed to protect organizations, workers and communities with unprecedented early threat identification