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
A ladder truck owned for just six months by Jamesville Volunteer Fire and EMS was heavily damaged in a fire that also impacted the station
The state is backing research into firefighting and cancer, citing 9/11-scale exposure concerns and developing stronger protections for crews battling wildfires near cities
More than 60 departments across seven states share $135K and Kearney-area agencies receive $30,500 for gear
Lafayette, Witmer and Upper Leacock plan to share crews to ease the volunteer crunch, but the compact is paused for township review
KCFD faces a record $1.3M discrimination settlement, a bitter fight over firefighter Dominic Biscari’s fatal 2021 crash discipline, and scrutiny after two line-of-duty deaths
Veteran firefighters with nearly 300 years of combined service to swap stories, honor past fires and stay connected to today’s department
City employees filled Centre Square as the Easton flag was dropped to half-staff—one day for each of Weidner’s 33 years
After fatal incidents, the board urges NFPA-aligned training, ship familiarization, Coast Guard coordination and stronger port partnerships
Fire service leaders and representatives from REV Group and Pierce testified about apparatus costs, delivery lead times and alleged anti-competitive practices
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
Severe flash flooding across western Maryland prompts rescues from cars, houses, schools and businesses
The heartbreaking death of a Kansas City FF/paramedic reminds us that every shift carries unseen dangers
The Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program and the WTC Health Program are also casualties in this latest government program reduction in force
PRODUCT NEWS
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
St. George firefighters used extrication tools to free the deer trapped between two posts as other deer watched