Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Anthony Saccavino was one of two former chiefs in the FDNY’s Bureau of Fire Prevention charged with rushing improper requests to expedite inspections
Public ceremonies will remember fallen firefighters from 2024 and previous years
Kansas City Firefighter/Paramedic Graham Hoffman, 29, was critically injured when the patient he was transporting stabbed him in the chest
The Los Angeles Fire Department’s Bureau of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion faces major cutbacks as Mayor Karen Bass proposes folding it into another division amid political pressure and budget cuts
A hidden spy camera disguised as a phone charger was discovered in the bunkroom of an El Cajon fire station, leaving female EMS personnel feeling violated and unsafe
Mesa Fire and Medical is preparing to spend $162 million next year as it handles nearly 200 daily calls, with 84% tied to medical emergencies
Commendations and unit citations were awarded to Decatur firefighters for their rescues during a February apartment fire
Winston-Salem officials say cutting sick and vacation days could help fund more competitive salaries
With fewer recruits and rising retirements, departments like East Hartford are turning to costly overtime and mutual aid to cover growing staffing gaps
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
The Rave Mobile Safety report also includes data about trust in COVID-19 information and willingness to share information with 911
Neither of the victims pulled from the house had a pulse, but medical crews were able to resuscitate both at the scene
Two firefighters were able to reach the dog, retrieve him from the icy pond and return him back to his owner on the shore
Several departments answered the call by responding with rescue teams, equipment and other gear needed to protect both first responders on site and the rescue victim
Carlsbad Fire Chief Rick Lopez said the department has outgrown its older rescue truck and will benefit from access to more equipment at scenes
The new Columbus Division of Fire station includes a separate changing station to protect firefighters from carcinogens and an alarm system that reduces sleep interruptions
Police bodycam video shows Tarrytown first responders jumping into the Hudson River
The POINTER technology is designed to pinpoint firefighters’ locations and motions through smoke, debris and other obstructions
The guidebook outlines measures for reducing COVID-19 exposure and supporting first responder wellness
Converse spent its CARES Act money on the Infectious Disease Response Units, which feature several technological upgrades