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 second and third alarm were quickly struck as the fire extended into all floors and the roof of the four-story building in Jamaica Plain
Assistant Fire Chief Chip Chidester of the Harford Volunteer Fire Company died from an injury sustained while battling a 30-acre brush fire in March
Mount Pleasant, N.C. was set to receive $4 million for storm protection and revitalization before FEMA scrapped the BRIC program, leaving critical projects in limbo nationwide.
Black Flag Response delivers advanced medical care and technical rescue capabilities with military precision, directly to communities in their most vulnerable moments
Departments can earn up to 10% of sales during first responder month
IAFF President Ed Kelly says talks with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have heightened attention on saving some firefighter health and safety programs
In addition to being known for his “Station 51, KMG365" line, Norrell wrote four episodes of ‘Emergency!’
Milton-Washington Township Firefighter Scott Adams died a day after responding to a motor vehicle accident
For the first time in 16 years, the Denver Fire Department will skip a training academy in 2025 as the agency reaches nearly full staffing, with 99.4% of its authorized positions filled
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
The heartbreaking death of a Kansas City FF/paramedic reminds us that every shift carries unseen dangers
The Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program and the WTC Health Program are also casualties in this latest government program reduction in force
PRODUCT NEWS
Ashely Roa, 15, and Stephanie Roa, 17, were presented Certificates of Heroism, the highest recognition for civilians presented by the Orange County Fire Authority
Leadville/Lake County Fire Rescue Firefighter Alex Conlin braved extremely cold and dangerous conditions to save the man from the pit
A photo shows the man hanging from an emergency rope near the top of the building
Grant County Fire District 7 aims to improve patient care by providing quicker transports for injuries that are not life-threatening
The device’s software will allow the Pueblo West Fire Department to transmit heart rhythm data securely to the ER
The city of Hobart took advantage of a trade-in deal to replace its older cardiac monitors and AEDs
Sonoma County fire officials will “teach” an artificial intelligence system to identify smoke and avoid false positives
Chicopee Chief Daniel Stamborski cited multiple delays during the manufacturing process, especially in obtaining parts, in the early days of the pandemic
The pickup was hanging from the bridge only by a set of “safety chains” attached to a camper trailer
Schuylkill County fire recruits’ latest training focuses on fire behavior and equipment, all through an online platform purchased with CARES Act funding