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
A wildfire spanning over 20 square miles in New Jersey’s Lacey and Ocean townships has prompted evacuations
A 42-year-old man randomly attacked shoppers with a knife at a Walmart in Traverse City, before being tackled and detained by bystanders
FEMA acting administrator David Richardson defended the agency’s response, denying claims of delays and calling the federal-state coordination a model for disaster response
El Cariso Hotshot Renzo Reginato remains hospitalized with serious injuries after a tree fell on him and two crewmates during operations on the Butler Fire
Enid Fire Department’s Honor Guard proudly represents the department at ceremonies and funerals, blending tradition, teamwork and deep respect for service
The Siskiyou Smokejumper Base in Cave Junction operates as a hands-on museum preserving the legacy of smokejumper through artifacts, personal stories and guided tours
During a three-day demonstration, chiefs, safety officers and lawmakers evaluated RedZone liquid carbon dioxide technology from Tersus Solutions
A proposed federal budget would eliminate funding for over half of FEMA’s emergency and homeland security grant programs, for training, equipment and readiness efforts
Baraboo will receive USDA funding to build a main 39,000-square-foot fire and EMS facility and a smaller satellite station to improve emergency response coverage
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 printers, which are used for engineering classes, will help produce masks that can be sterilized and reused
The city will spend at least $2.8 million to book the entire 155-room hotel for three months
A technical bulletin from 3M Scott details how to clean and disinfect respirators following possible virus exposure
The tool calculates the average use rate for each type of equipment to help agencies plan for shortages
FDNY Commissioner Daniel Nigro said earlier this week that 46 FDNY members had tested positive
Witnesses said the blasts sent manhole covers flying 30 feet into the air
The $11.5 million facility was built in a location to avoid traffic and includes a transitional storage and shower area for decontamination
The company recommended the use of surgical masks for lower risk calls in order to preserve the supply of respirators
#StayHomeforUs, #AlwaysOpen and #HelpUsHelpYou are some of the hashtags being used to promote social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic
The bill will help fund equipment, supplies and training to help reduce exposure to cancer-causing contaminants