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
Four St. Paul firefighter fathers proudly pinned badges on their sons at the department’s latest academy graduation
President Donald Trump said the federal government will begin shifting disaster funding and responsibilities to state governors after this hurricane season
Led by Chief Brian Moya, the department’s streamlined lateral hiring process is bringing in trained firefighters and helping reduce staffing gaps
Firefighters responded to a deep sub-basement fire nearly 200 feet below street level at Grand Central Madison in Manhattan, where crews battled heavy smoke and flames with zero visibility
Four Oakland councilmembers went through the proposed budget and found funding keeping the city from having to “brown out” firehouses on a rotating schedule
The Light Rescue Series includes the Light Rescue Spreader, Cutter and a Combi tool that combines a Spreader and Cutter in one device
Murray County fire departments are testing SoyFoam, a PFAS-free foam made from soy flour and distributed by the state’s soybean research council
The Moores Mill Volunteer Fire Department has increased its number of volunteers and has more currently in training
Chicago Firefighter Jose Perez was paralyzed after another triathlete landed on his head during the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon swim
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
As we examine our October LODDs, one by painful one, we must pause to consider how to prevent similar circumstances at our own departments
Emergency services organizations are struggling to meet the escalating needs for medical supplies, equipment and vehicles
Preplanning is critical to identifying the unsafe living conditions in your area
Several factors dictate the exact sequence of events
While no fire department is ever fully prepared for such extreme conditions, we must constantly review and practice our response efforts
Should past troubles disqualify fire service leaders from holding the top spot, and are some troubles too serious to uphold the public’s trust?
PRODUCT NEWS
Innovative solutions enhance in-building connectivity and give public safety unprecedented visibility into their network
The new Engine 23 from Seagrave revives the department’s 1970s-era Omaha Orange and white color scheme to enhance visibility and honor its history
Braun Ambulances returns to FDIC International 2025 with two models, including the debut of the Select by Braun Chief XL Type I
Attendees will explore the climate-defying MXP 153 Type I Arctic Range Edition and the all-new MXP 170 Type I ambulance, built for peak performance, safety and efficiency
Missouri lawmakers are weighing a ban on Chinese-made drones, but the move faces the high cost of American alternatives—often 10 times more expensive
Industry experts, fire service leaders, and wellness pioneers unite to advance firefighter health, performance, and resilience
Firefighters risk their lives every day—MagneGrip ensures the air they breathe isn’t one of those risks, delivering Complete Clean Air through industry-leading exhaust removal and air purification systems
With top-notch hose and cable reels for firefighting vehicles
EMS providers and industry stakeholders can now improve data management, streamline workflows and reduce the risk of double documentation through data interoperability
The Sterling Fire Department’s current Truck 4 had “been in service less than 100 days” in the nearly three years the department has had the truck