Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
The Highland Fire Protection District used an Assistance to Firefighters Grant to buy 33 sets of turnout gear, 10 sets of EMS gear, new helmets, boots and gloves, plus extrication and wildland equipment
Baltimore County officials have removed a paramedic from the workplace after allegations that he filmed himself masturbating in public areas of multiple firehouses
Camden Firefighter Julius Snyder responded to eight calls during a 24-hour shift in early 2020 and suffered a medical emergency shortly after
Facing widespread roof leaks, HVAC failures, mold issues and decades of deferred maintenance, Cleveland is seeking a contractor to map out and finance major repairs
St. Louis crews rescued a firefighter from under three feet of roofing debris, snow and ice during a blaze in an abandoned house with hoarder conditions
Allentown firefighters
Firefighters battling a two-alarm blaze around 3:30 a.m. Thursday kept heavy smoke and flames confined to the rear addition of the Happy Garden restaurant on North Seventh Street, as residents in the apartments above escaped safely
Firefighters battling a two-alarm blaze around 3:30 a.m. Thursday kept heavy smoke and flames confined to the rear addition of the Happy Garden restaurant on North Seventh Street, as residents in the apartments above escaped safely
Four more Harvey firefighters were laid off, leaving the department operating at less than half its former strength
Firearms found in Baltimore FD trainee’s car after police respond to threats made against classmates
Police say a Baltimore City Fire Academy trainee threatened to “stack bodies” before classmates alerted instructors, leading officers to seize multiple firearms from his vehicle
ChatGPT said:Firefighters battling a Longview house fire were blocked by a hostile resident who retreated into the smoke-filled home, prompting a police response and mental health crisis team callout.
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
Crews added more than 2,000 wireless network antennas and additional improvements in and around State Farm Stadium and the Phoenix metro area
The Olympics-style games welcome first responders from around the country to compete in 50 different sports at venues throughout San Diego
“The opportunity to dramatically transform cardiac arrest response and improve outcomes is now possible,” said Rory Beyer, Avive co-founder and president
A proposal would create a $2 million pilot program to mount cameras on mountaintops in high-risk areas
Upton police, fire and EMS members and mutual aid partners carried the man out of a wooded area and transported him to a hospital
Toyne customized the Star Lake Fire District apparatus’ storage areas
Officials said the drone is safer, quicker and cheaper; Hall County still has a dive team within the sheriff’s office
Lawrence Firefighter Patrick Sweeney was gifted a new axe, complete with an engraving of his grandfather’s dog tags
The truck can drive through up to 40 inches of water, in over 230 mph winds, up steep inclines and slopes, and can withstand 40,000 pounds of impact
The Hamlet Volunteer Fire Department said it has received many donation offers