Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
A man was killed after a fast-moving five-alarm blaze tore through the top floor of a Bronx apartment building, spread into the cockloft, triggered a roof collapse
Louisa crews narrowly escaped as flames overran Engine 6, forcing a dramatic retreat, while a falling tree struck Engine 7 and nearly hit another firefighter
Donated by Google and YouTube, the new fleet will help LAFD and Arcadia firefighters reach injured or stranded people faster in rough terrain, traffic and crowds
Agawam firefighters entered a heavily burning home on Juniper Ridge Drive to rescue an older man before bringing the fire under control
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin ends the $100,000 sign-off requirement imposed by predecessor, aiming to ease FEMA bottlenecks and speed recovery aid
Rochester Fire is now one of just 334 departments worldwide to earn CFAI accreditation and one of only 124 in the nation to pair it with the ISO Class 1 fire protection rating
Pattonville Firefighter Greg DeGreeff rushed into a burning Oakville home without gear and rescued a woman trapped inside
Inevitable or misguided? Supporters see stipends as necessary while critics question the impact on tradition
Colleagues and first responders gathered to pay tribute to Michael Altman, a fourth-generation firefighter killed in the line of duty
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
The XplorIR devices will be deployed at installations within the United States and overseas
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
Instructors and speakers have until Nov. 2, 2025, to submit their proposals
The new entity is dedicated to advancing autonomous fire prevention solutions
MagneGrip offers free grant assistance to help departments fund clean air protection
Find deals on duty gear, household supplies, electronic devices and more — but only for a limited time
Srini Gopalan uniquely positioned to lead T-Mobile’s next era of growth and digital-first transformation
Combined company will deliver improved network experiences, low prices and new benefits to millions more customers across the U.S.
The DeLand Fire Department is piloting vibrating wristbands, bed shakers and flashing lights to wake crews without blaring sirens
Partnership brings early-detection physicals as a benefit to WFCA member departments