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
Former fire administrators warn that suspending in-person NFA firefighter training weakens disaster preparedness and emergency response
With the new “1323" schedule, the Charleston Fire Department addressed health concerns with maintaining the 56-hour workweek
Amid storm damage and power outages, Tri-Township firefighters used Facebook to keep residents informed, coordinate wellness checks and manage emergency calls
An illegally parked SUV blocked Ladder 25’s firehouse exit, forcing firefighters to use car dollies to move it
Greene County officials shut down the Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company amid an ongoing investigation into undisclosed claims
FEMA reversed a months-long freeze after determining key courses were critical to local and national emergency response efforts
A small plane crashed into San Diego’s Murphy Canyon neighborhood, igniting about 15 homes and vehicles
The IAFC has formed a task force to ensure fire and EMS agencies have a voice in the future of emergency response and disaster preparedness
- Fire Captain Joe Hunter and Fire Lieutenant Chrissy Sarnowsky bring their firefighting skills and resilience to the latest season of CBS’s ‘Survivor.’
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
The heartbreaking death of a Kansas City FF/paramedic reminds us that every shift carries unseen dangers
The Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program and the WTC Health Program are also casualties in this latest government program reduction in force
PRODUCT NEWS
The soldier became caught about 100 feet up in a tree over American Lake Veterans Golf Course
Approximately 550 firefighters have been battling the blaze, fueled by winds and dry conditions resulting from California’s intense drought
Alpha Volunteer Fire Company’s assistant chief was lowered into the hole to retrieve Frederick, the ‘extremely friendly’ corgi
Two more days of strong winds and bone-dry conditions are in the forecast as nearly 1,800 firefighters and support personnel battle the blaze
The two Fire Integrated Real time Intelligence System planes can send real-time images, data and projections to firefighters and emergency managers
Charlotte’s proposed spending plan calls for a $48M, three-year investment in three fire stations
A Needham firefighter managed to grab the teen who had been clinging to tree limb in the water
Spokane Fire Department members have been learning to how use the pediatric resuscitation system and mobile app
Sheriff’s Department pilots may be trained so they can go on nighttime firefighting flights
The conference is free for public sector employees, and discussions will include retention, recruitment, 911 and more