Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
When a runner collapsed during Flint’s Crim Festival of Races, three spectators with medical training jumped into action performing CPR, using a defibrillator and helping paramedics
The nationwide contest will award one grand prize winner a $25,000 cash prize for the most innovative app idea
The FEMA SAFER grant will help ensure four-person minimum crews and support safe two-in, two-out operations
Backed by voters, the ALS-equipped unit will boost EMS coverage, reduce fire engine deployments,and expand data-driven emergency care as Paso Robles grows
NTSB says airport video shows the left engine falling off during takeoff from UPS Worldport
Columbia County Fire Recruit Kalif Leslie Daly became ill during physical training and later died at a hospital
FDNY members responded to multiple calls for a fire in the Bronx and arrived to find cars and rubbish on fire
The Tupelo Regional Training Center will host hands-on ARFF courses using retired aircraft, giving firefighters across the South rare experience in airplane crash extrication
A county firefighter just 0.7 miles away crossed into Lawrenceburg’s city zone to save a child, triggering a turf dispute
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
The families of Porterville’s Capt. Ramon “Ray” Figueroa and Firefighter Patrick Jones allege negligence, wrongful death and strict products liability design defect
The institute asks first responders to report incidents and plans to analyze the data
The Maryland Heights Fire Protection District rescued two teenagers who fell through the ice near the department’s water rescue training drill
The kit includes information on building FSRI’s Hose Stream Prop and a variety of lessons
Sandy Springs firefighter crews and AMR paramedics used a rope system to extricate the driver who was trapped in the vehicle
The company is marking its half-century milestone with a celebratory logo, challenge coins, and patches
After purchasing the 1990 Pierce 55-foot aerial ladder fire truck “just for fun,” Dave Sires decided to donate it to the Traer Fire Department
Video shows open apparatus compartments after thieves made off with nearly $25K worth of equipment from Whatcom County District 16’s Station 86
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones reported that 10 people were injured, and three were transported to a hospital
In one suit, the widow and children of firefighter Tory Carlon say that the gunman’s “dangerous conduct” was known to fire officials for years