Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
The funding includes $291.6 million for Assistance to Firefighters Grants, $324 million for SAFER grants and $32.4 million for Fire Prevention and Safety grants, with applications open from May 19 to June 22
Prince George’s County firefighters escaped without injury from the burning Upper Marlboro firehouse
Over 100 firefighters camped near Goldbridge to fight the Downton Lake wildfire had to leave due to bears
Diboll Firefighter Joe Parish’s vehicle left the road while he was responding to a mutual aid request
The San Francisco Fire Department said two stalled Cruise vehicles block the only exits from the scene
Collapse
The fire in Dorchester involved the collapse of rear porches and extended into nearby buildings
Huron Fire Chief Ron Hines stated that one firefighter died during a large fire in near-100-degree weather
Louisa County Firefighter Mia Ethridge was involved in a fire engine crash while responding to a fire in July
Sanford firefighters work to stay up-to-date on the latest vehicle technology
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