Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Battalion Chief Keith Long had just completed a 24-hour shift when he collapsed during an annual stress test
Nashville Firefighter Wayne Barry Jr. suffered a medical emergency at Fire Station 32
A divided Quincy City Council blocked funding for new turnout gear despite testing that found cancer-linked chemicals in the current equipment
First responders described pushing through to clear the Temple Israel synagogue in West Bloomfield Township, contain the suspect and evacuate children to safety
Retired firefighter and longtime motorsports safety official Billy Hurt was killed when two emergency vehicles collided while responding to a crash during a sprint car race
A deadly Queens fire that killed four, including a 3-year-old girl, is raising new questions about illegal housing conditions, overcrowding and ignored complaints
Firefighter Michael Altman, 32, died after suffering critical injuries while battling a Rogers Park apartment fire
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Firefighter Mike Altman suffered second- and third-degree burns in a floor collapse while battling a fast-moving apartment fire
A Newark firefighter suffered burns during an early-morning apartment fire that left one victim in critical condition
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Recent incidents highlight issues of favoritism and territorialism clouding decisions around mutual-aid response
My legal career is predicated on defending providers who find themselves on the wrong end of the law because of the difficult judgement calls in the heat of a moment. This is not that scenario.
Resignations often signal leadership disputes, safety concerns and unresolved conflicts — issues that often build long before members decide to walk away
Here’s what EMS providers should know about the updated standards, national assessments and opportunities to improve pediatric care together
A USFA report details how an undetected basement fire, a modified support system and a sudden floor collapse led to one of the deadliest incidents in department history
The incident has reignited debate over department directives and personal beliefs
PRODUCT NEWS
Ascent is inviting fire departments in the Chicagoland area on March 19th from 9:00am to 12:00pm to experience third-party validated indoor tracking technology
Maintenance on a bus became complicated for a public transit worker
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)