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
FEMA’s planned shift of disaster recovery duties comes as the Trump administration pushes to downsize federal operations, 17 days ahead of a hurricane season expected to bring above-average storm activity
An early-morning blaze ripped through a Waldorf home, leaving one survivor and injuring a firefighter
All 179 inmates were evacuated from Rifle prison as the 167-square-mile wildfire spread
A former Gabriel House resident injured in the fire that killed 10 people, is suing the facility’s owner and its fire safety contractor for negligence
More than 100 volunteers joined police, firefighters, EMS and school staff in Springfield for a full-scale drill designed to test emergency response
Four teens sprang into action after spotting a garage fire on their way home from prom, helping a family evacuate safely and earning praise from local firefighters
Salem firefighters and their families built 10 beds for children in need as part of a $3,500 donation to A Bed for Every Child
Agency coordinators will enroll staff statewide as part of a program that enhances training, technology and operational consistency
Grant funding will support both interior and exterior renovations at Atlantic City Fire Station 2 to modernize the facility and improve its functionality
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
The heartbreaking death of a Kansas City FF/paramedic reminds us that every shift carries unseen dangers
PRODUCT NEWS
The bill would prevent the spectrum used by first responders from being auctioned off in February 2021
Officials said the 911eye system will equip first responders with important details about a scene, such as the color of smoke or severity of a car crash
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