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
IAFF President Edward Kelly and U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer announced the nation’s first federally registered apprenticeship program, aimed at tackling recruitment challenges
A training exercise turned tragic in Buncombe County when an ATV accident claimed the life of a Riceville firefighter and injured two others
Flash flooding in northern West Virginia killed five after intense rains overwhelmed infrastructure, swept away vehicles, and forced residents to flee
Firefighters accounted for all reported missing after rescuing over 70 people across the city
The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and Rochester Hills Fire Department were recognized for their swift actions after the 2024 splash pad shooting that wounded nine, including three children
Lafayette captain and home chef Coby Bailey will represent Louisiana’s rich culinary traditions in the season 4 premiere of “The Great American Recipe” on July 11
A 1925 Ahrens Fox piston pumper led a vintage fire apparatus parade in Shenandoah, celebrating its 100th birthday and permanent home at the Schuylkill Historical Fire Society museum
“When It All Burns” recounts a rookie firefighter’s harrowing season with California’s Los Padres Hot Shot Crew., weaving personal experience with a searing examination of wildfire
President Donald Trump has directed the creation of a single wildland firefighting program, shifting thousands from the U.S. Forest Service to a new agency
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
AFG funds will help 3 departments replace their complete inventory of self-contained breathing apparatus
France’s Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne is home to MSA Safety’s Gallet fire helmets
Proposed legislation would prod the FAA to expand the use of drones, as well as open up federal lands for testing efforts
The Rotary Club of Cheat Lake made an impact on the community with the largest monetary donation in club history
The East Hartford Fire Department will use the federal money for TICs, equipment and training
In 2021 an Akron Volunteer Fire Department fire truck was totaled after hitting a cow
The Chico Fire Department will receive over $348K to purchase a cancer screening program and Tablet Command software
Plaistow FFs found the man face down between a mounted scissor lift and concrete floor with his entire upper body under the lift
The worker, pinned by a large piece of concrete, had a fractured arm and his legs were folded backwards underneath the dirt
Methuen officials passed an ordinance stating the city will not purchase firefighter gear unless it is PFAS-free