Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Jersey City Fire Chief Jack Johnson said civilians reported vagrants possibly lived in the building
Funding approved by the Central Texas Public Safety Commission will outfit all Austin Fire Department and Austin-Travis County EMScrews with upgraded body armor
With no landing doors between floors 4-8 and the car’s emergency brake locked, Ann Arbor firefighters lifted the employee 30 feet by rope
Several organizations, including FireRescue1, have been recognized for their efforts to boost enrollment in the registry
Review shows extreme hoarding caused one fatal floor collapse and fueled seven fatal fires, underscoring risks as firefighters struggle through debris-filled homes
Funding is on hold until states certify population data minus those deported under U.S. immigration laws
The new Derry firehouse design adds modern communications, decon and training space to speed response in the southwest area
Cedar City’s mayor said Fire Chief Mike Phillips was burned when a spark fell into jet fuel
On duty but not on a call, Bristol Firefighter/Paramedic Brandon Clawson suffered a medical emergency at the station
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
Severe flash flooding across western Maryland prompts rescues from cars, houses, schools and businesses
PRODUCT NEWS
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
Firefighters used hydraulic extrication tools to free the 15-year-old from the safe at a gun store showroom