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 fuel truck struck a Carroll County ambulance, sending seven patients to hospitals — two by helicopter
Fire and police agencies in Nashville, New Orleans, Toledo and Prince George’s County launched investigations and placed employees on leave after online comments about Kirk’s death
While Moline firefighters knocked down an industrial dust-collector fire, a passing train struck the truck’s outriggers
Campbell, also assistant fire chief with Chesapeake-Union Township VFD, died while on duty at Chesapeake EMS Station 3
The Enhancing First Response Act would recognize dispatchers’ lifesaving role and improve emergency communications infrastructure
After reporting on smoke-linked illnesses and pressure from lawmakers, the agency will stock and provide N95s for light use, while still barring masks during arduous work
Firefighter/Equipment Operator J. Hank Hester collapsed during suppression repair and hazardous tree removal at the Dragon Bravo Fire
The Warren Township firefighter suffered a cardiac event at home and died, less than a day after a training session
Ceremonies at Ground Zero, the Pentagon and Shanksville honor nearly 3,000 victims as volunteers nationwide mark the 24th 9/11 anniversary with day-of-service projects
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
The message: Authorize full funding for the USFA plus the AFG and SAFER grant programs
Recent incidents highlight issues of favoritism and territorialism clouding decisions around mutual-aid response
Leaders must ensure that the necessary counseling and recovery resources are available for their responders
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
PRODUCT NEWS
2024 deliveries rise 13%, but booked orders remain 45% above pre-pandemic baseline
High-candela flashlight offers powerful downrange illumination in a compact, rechargeable design
Marking a nod to tradition and a step into the future, Elkhart firefighters at Station 4 celebrated their upgraded fire engine with a ceremonial push-in
The district serves 138 square miles in Pueblo County, Colo.
Current CEO Steve Allison is expected to pass the torch in early 2027, cementing a legacy of growth
Silicon Valley city modernizes dispatch and mobile communications for its cross-trained first responders
More than 100 public safety agencies and 1 million residents to benefit from county’s upgrade to HxGN OnCall
With this powerful combo, emergency teams get rugged durability, real-time reliability, and the highest network priority — especially during massive emergencies
Two NVFC members will each be awarded a scholarship covering up to 60 credit hours
HxGN OnCall Dispatch and other solutions to benefit one of Massachusetts’ largest regional 911 centers