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
The Hughes Fire near Castaic Lake broke out on Jan. 23 and burned nearly 16 square miles
New smart radio provides essential location and incident information
The Taylor County firefighter suffered a pulmonary embolism five days after being injured in a crash
The FireRescue1 community speaks up about leadership, training, technology adoption, member advocacy and more
With newly licensed paramedics, the Spring Lake Fire Department is one of only three departments in the county to offer ALS
A Los Angeles County firefighter sustained moderate injuries after a train ran over a fire hose during a blaze, causing the hose to strike him
A South Jordan firefighter was discovered unconscious in his room
Despite a looming $1-billion budget shortfall, Mayor Karen Bass is proposing 227 new positions, including firefighters and EMTs, after the city’s most destructive wildfire
With a new state-funded drone, Salisbury firefighters are adding eyes in the sky to boost search-and-rescue missions, monitor brush fires, and assist with water rescues
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
Manchester Firefighter Craig Ferry celebrated his return to duty and thanked his rescuers at Manchester’s AMR headquarters Monday
Sales of the thin line Fisher Space Pens, which were created for astronauts to use on missions, will benefit first responder charities
FDNY Firefighter Brian Quinn rappelled down to the woman from a roof-rope secured by a Halligan tool
Sanford’s fire union president said a 72-hour wait for first responders’ test results is “unacceptable”
The nonprofit has set a goal of $130,000 to go toward outfitting every city firefighter with body armor and helmets
Fire crews are battling approximately 30 large fires, some sparked by lightning, amid “excessive heat”
Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced a contract between the city and Sterlingwear of Boston to provide the gowns to ambulance services, fire departments and hospitals
EMS agencies are encouraged to report their unmet needs, such as personnel or PPE shortages, using the online form
Firefighters used hydraulic extrication tools to free the 15-year-old from the safe at a gun store showroom
First responders rescued a 2-year-old child who remains on life support; a 15-year-old died