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
State legislators are considering funding to help fire departments replace PFAS-laden PPE, as evidence links the toxic chemicals to cancer risks
Experts warn that under Trump, FEMA could approve fewer major disaster declarations and deliver slower, reduced responses
As West End Fire & Rescue celebrates 100 years of service, the once modest company began with a hand-me-down 1917 fire engine
Roanoke Fire Captain Michael Reedy served since 2007 and led the department’s Fire Honor Guard and safety education programs for the community
The Aurora firefighters used a spotlight on a marked patrol car and forced the officer to swerve, leading to disciplinary action and transfers
Wellness programs are expanding as dispatch centers race to adopt artificial intelligence, new tech tools and stronger retention models
A massive blaze at The Cooper apartments challenged Fort Worth firefighters, highlighting how modern construction materials can complicate firefighting efforts
Waco’s police and fire chiefs are requesting a dedicated staff psychologist to support the mental health of more than 500 public safety personnel
As call volumes surge and volunteer numbers decline, rural Yolo County fire chiefs warn of a breaking point for their departments
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Fire safety is morally and financially less costly to maintain than it is to rebuild after generations of neglect and erosion
NIOSH’s new report on the 2014 fire that claimed two Boston firefighters holds lessons for every department
Firefighters suffering with cancer don’t have the luxury of time to wait for the research to prove beyond a doubt that it’s job-related
Used right, mutual aid is a great way to pool resources and render assistance; abused, it is a threat to civilians and firefighters
Every city has them and under the right conditions they are tinderboxes; here’s how to prep for urban green spaces
The city council owes it to the memory of their faithful public servant to make a meaningful change to help those still on the job
PRODUCT NEWS
Bloomington firefighters used thermal imaging cameras to locate bulk of fire in attic
FirstNet
As part of a $6.3 billion investment, FirstNet will become the exclusive wireless network to offer first responders uninterrupted priority and preemption across the entire AT&T 5G spectrum
Lancaster firefighters rescued three people over ladders during a fire caused by a malfunctioning battery
National survey also finds 3 in 5 Americans believe that AI will lead to better heart care
Female firefighters explained how gear designed for men increases their risk of being burned, slows their movements
Cellphone carriers are now required to send first responders based on the location of the caller, rather than the nearest cell tower
The Fire Hunter Pro is made of the highest quality, water resistant, and durable European bullhide leather.
Public Safety Network Testing Solution Will Simplify Commissioning and Approval of Bi-Directional Amplifiers (BDAs)
The fire rescue boat will further support and advance the fire service and EMS response missions of Norfolk Fire-Rescue
Grant County Fire District 7 saw a 25% increase in calls, purchased new apparatus and nearly doubled its number of volunteers