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
Following the defeat of Measure S, Santee funded a $2M interim station to boost coverage while officials seek money for a $21M permanent station
City officials are planning a major renovation of Tumwater’s T2 fire station to expand space, add dorms and bays and better support fire and EMS staffing
Shelby Township firefighters used a newly acquired Cyanokit to save a man during a commercial structure fire
Data showing reduced sleep during 7 a.m. starts prompted West Metro to delay firefighter shift times by two hours
Eleven Salisbury firefighters were injured when a roof collapsed during an offensive attack on a house fire after a gas line explosion
The Connecticut Fire Academy received AFG funding to modernize and expand SCBA equipment used to train recruits and support specialized programs statewide
Keene firefighters were briefly trapped during a house fire and suffered burns
Phoenicia Fire District Commissioner Michael J. Ryan suffered cardiac arrest while assisting with an injured hiker call
Oshkosh Firefighter/Paramedic Tom Diener died in a crash while traveling for work with two other Oshkosh firefighters
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
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
PRODUCT NEWS
This journal reveals how fire equipment was first developed to the present day with current manufacturers
Kalispell firefighters will begin training on using their drone at hazmat incidents to safely investigate the scene and take air samples
Colorado Springs firefighters now have a 24-hour drone service to assist with fireground operations and search and rescue
10 new Type 6 fire engines will replace older rigs in Humboldt and Mendocino counties
Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One requested additional specialized help to complete the rope rescue
Recent violent events have pushed Wake County officials to buy additional protection for first responders
Sanford Fire Chief Matt Arnold said the grant will allow for the replacement of all of their SCBA