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
Training all East Meadow firefighters with VR headsets simulates up to 60 scenarios, offering on-demand practice, muscle-memory building and a recruitment draw for gamers
A brief water loss triggered a flashover and mayday during a house fire in Hillsdale
Tampa police say the man stole a Tampa Fire Rescue engine outside St. Joseph’s Hospital and, while allegedly intoxicated, crashed into an SUV
Several major cities allege that the Trump administration imposed “unlawful and unrelated conditions” on more than $100M in public safety grants
An internal review calls the Fall River five-alarm fire that killed 10 “one of the most complex” in department history, citing 53 rescues and recommending code changes for high-risk sites
Facing more than $100 million in debt, Harvey will place employees, including firefighters, on unpaid leave and temporarily shutter at least one fire station
Engine 9’s launch marks a major expansion for the Santa Rosa Fire Department as calls surge and plans advance for a new station to better serve growing neighborhoods
Midland, Saginaw and Bay City fire departments will replace 120 SCBA units, with new expected in service by summer 2026
Springfield Township Lt. Jonathan Miner died after an explosion at his home while working on a project
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
It may take a very bold and costly initiative to make serious strides toward stopping firefighter suicides
India’s fire tragedies remind us of the importance of prevention, enforcement and mitigating technology, especially as we prepare to vote
A new candidate litmus test offers promise to the task of separating fact from fantasy
One question and answer at a military town-hall meeting won’t end firefighter suicides, but it may move the needle a little in that direction
One chief tells how quarterbacking an MCI with police fatalities changed her professionally and personally
Fire departments should pay attention to new driver-behavior data as it may alter response levels
PRODUCT NEWS
“This recognition reflects our team’s dedication to consistently elevating standards in technology and service excellence, supported by our valued customers and community. We appreciate everyone who helped make this possible,” President & CEO of Operative IQ EJ Aufderheide stated
Firefighters in Elmwood Park cut down a fence at the rear of the motel to reach the trapped guest
With Flag Day, Father’s Day and July 4 coming up, now is a great time to order and display an embroidered, all-weather, made in the USA flag at your home, department or business
Charlotte firefighters worked to stabilize the car on the ninth floor and keep it from falling
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Donna Eiden said she and her husband were sleeping inside the bus when it began to roll down the street crashing into signs, pole
When you absolutely need to write something down make sure you have a weatherproof Rite in the Rain notebook
Many of Gerber’s most popular knives and multi-tools for on- or off-duty everyday carry are on sale
To prepare for the 2024 hurricane and wildfire seasons, the Un-carrier has ramped up its disaster preparedness efforts with more network hardening, new response vehicles, additional deployed 2.5GHz spectrum and a new community support program
The NOPEC Foundation awarded a $39,500 grant to the Ashtabula County Water Rescue Team