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
A Tullahassee VFD firefighter was knocked down twice while working to extinguish a structure fire
A district judge dismissed charges against two Montgomery County firefighters, finding insufficient evidence the soaked Montgomery Blair High School field was damaged
Esacmbia County officials dropped an order to remove custom station emblems from fire trucks and uniforms after widespread opposition
Former Cornersville Chief Matt Fox and his crew stepped down, citing administrative strain, burnout and funding challenges
The inaugural event is presented by All American Leadership in partnership with the National Medal of Honor Museum
Bismarck paid $25,000 to reacquire its second-ever fire truck, a 1926 Seagrave that served landmark calls
Cresson Operations Chief Richard Ward received the Chisholm Trail 100 Club’s Lifesaver Award
The 11-year FDNY veteran suffered cardiac arrest while operating on the roof during an all-hands fire
Worcester Polytechnic Institute researchers are developing palm-sized, echolocating drones able to navigate smoke, fog and darkness
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
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
PRODUCT NEWS
About $18 million in federal funding will go toward a new Nacimiento Fire Station
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Chief Scott Goldstein said that a maintenance worker cut a gas line instead of a waste pipe
Crews are fighting the 9,000-acre Bertha Swamp Road Fire and the 841-acre Adkins Avenue Fire in Bay County
Dayton leaders say firefighting is hazardous but want to be sure claims have medical evidence; union officials say attempts to deny claims are unconscionable
“My father, Christopher Roy, was the best father I could have asked for,” his daughter wrote in her victim impact statement
Fire officials said the family did the right thing by standing on the shore and calling 911 instead of going in themselves
Captain Walter Swenson is serving time and was recently terminated
The money will go towards tools, truck repairs and communication devices
The Central County Fire & Rescue vehicle’s decor was inspired by fallen Marine Lance Cpl. Jared Schmitz
Three Oakland firefighters were injured, transported to a hospital and released later that day