Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Durham firefighters pulled a victim and two dogs from a burning home, giving one dog oxygen in a video that’s garnered 1,000+ reactions
The Covington Fire Department welcomed 13 new firefighters after graduates completed a rigorous 13-week academy
A $22,500 contribution from Eli Lilly and construction partners will fund training and equipment for the Lebanon Fire Department’s new trench rescue technicians
Colts linemen Danny Pinter and Matt Goncalves and Eagles tight end Grant Calcaterra are raising funds for the NFFF and FRCE
Wildland Supervisor Dana Turner was seriously hurt when a 70-foot fir tree fell on her, crushing her femur and injuring her lower back
The union representing New York City firefighters is calling for a full investigation after officials uncovered documents on Ground Zero health hazards that the city had long claimed did not exist
A proposed move from a 24/48 to a 24/72 schedule is gaining momentum after more than 86% of surveyed Lubbock residents backed the change
Northampton Captain Michael Booke suffered a cardiovascular event during a water rescue training course
A fire that began below deck on the One Henry Hudson burned roughly 100 cargo containers and triggered a temporary shelter-in-place order
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Resignations often signal leadership disputes, safety concerns and unresolved conflicts — issues that often build long before members decide to walk away
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
PRODUCT NEWS
Each of the more than 150 kits to be donated contains a Jaws of Life tool, portable lighting, electronic road flares and more
An off-duty Atlantic City firefighter was among the rescuers who aided the children struggling in choppy waters
Technical rescue crews managed to save the man after weather conditions prevented a helicopter from responding
AEDs will be distributed to first responder agencies statewide through the grant from the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust
Whitewater firefighters used rope systems to reach the plane occupants suspended 75 feet off the ground
Eddy County fire officials say the fire excise tax funds will help enhance rescue response and fire investigations
The department began using the GoodSAM telemedicine program in December to assess some patients remotely
Two firefighter-paramedics were lowered into the mine to rescue the injured man
The new unit will be the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District’s first dedicated training facility
The federal agency recommended using one mask per patient due to an increased PPE supply