Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Hazmat teams were called to the scene, which Mountainair Mayor Peter Nieto said likely involved narcotics
Boston firefighters had difficulty removing the injured sailor due to narrow areas inside the historic ship
The Dallas program combines counseling, intervention with staff psychologists, peer support to help deal with stress and traumatic incidents
30 backup batteries for MRI machines had begun “off-gassing,” creating a hazmat incident in the Tampa facility
Memphis authorities are searching for the person who had set a fire that eventually trapped 4 firefighters
Taunton firefighters responded to a crash at a construction site and found a cement truck in the foundation area
The anniversary celebration in Old Lyme brings firefighters and community together
Leander Bissell drove around a police car blocking traffic and struck Firefighter Johnny Tetrick
A driver yelled for the ambulance to get out of his way, then fired several shots
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