Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
A $10,866 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant will fund two-way headsets to improve communication for Greenville firefighters
Sanford firefighters work to stay up-to-date on the latest vehicle technology
State Attorney General Anne E. Lopez said the independent investigation will focus on the timeline and decisions during the wildfire
The Anne Arundel County Fire Department data website is another way county officials are demonstrating transparency
Lowndes County firefighters had noticed at the end of the year that the fire truck was weathered
East Haven firefighters adopted the dog after rescuing it from a hot car
Seminole firefighters were part of a larger number of Fla. firefighters battling fires during Hurricane Idalia
Baltimore County firefighters say constant frustrations have led to a “toxic environment” and poor morale
Crews worked to save the pilot after his helicopter crashed, upside down in a canal near Princeton Airport
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