Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Morrill firefighter Andrew Cross was remembered as dozens of emergency vehicles escorted his body through Maine’s midcoast region following a deadly lumber mill fire
Mobile firefighters faced a well-advanced fire coming from a row of structures
Charlotte recruits get comfortable working with all types of ground ladders
The Springfield Township School District and area FDs see success in introducing high school students to community service through fire, EMS
Five Troy firefighters were sent to the hospital after being burned during training
Sutton Fire Department Chief Matthew Belsito had warned state officials earlier about the the lack of fire safety in the hotel
Colorado Springs firefighters kept fire, coming out of several manholes, from extending into nearby buildings
Oceana officials have withdrawn from a regional fire authority and will receive service from CAL FIRE San Luis Obispo and Pismo Beach Fire Department
Dustin Jay Knutson was spotted speeding through a Kalama, Wash. marina in the Portland Fire & Rescue boat
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
Connect daily vehicle inspections with maintenance workflows in a single, streamlined platform to enhance compliance and uptime for mission-critical fleets
PSTrax provides an operational readiness platform used by public safety agencies to track inspections, equipment status, and operational documentation
When departments plan a new station or renovate an existing facility, airflow planning and exhaust removal system layout should be considered early in the design process
New public safety Assist Agents will responsibly automate workflows to more effectively serve the community
Cross-country tour features hands-on engagement with next-generation innovations supporting the fire service
Partnership helps agencies improve equipment tracking, inspection documentation, and lifecycle management for personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ten-8 Fire & Safety strengthens its regional capabilities as Emergency Equipment Professionals (EEP) becomes part of the organization