Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Lawyers for the city of Columbia said the Irmo Fire District “acted with malice in reckless disregard for the truth or falsity of the statements”
Chesterfield County firefighters will simulate freeing a trapped driver by rappelling from an exit ramp
Fullerton’s mayor says consolidation has pushed prices to $1.2M, stretched delivery to four years, and forced older engines past NFPA lifespans
The Pittsburgh city council unanimously moved forward on a 168-acre facility, adding limits that bar federal/foreign training and “urban warfare” simulations
Fort Worth Fire Chief Jim Davis has led the department since 2018 and holds a master’s degree in operational excellence and process improvement
The Nov. 18 event will feature expert-led sessions that support operational excellence and leadership readiness
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States may sub-award Rural Health Transformation Program funds to EMS agencies for technology, staffing and system upgrades
An Orlando Fire Department EMT was fired after a months-long investigation into a 34-second video clip where made a comment about women’s voting rights
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
The Santa Fe Fire Department has adjusted its protocols in an effort to keep its personnel safe during the COVID-19 crisis
Chesapeake Firefighter Justin Beazley rappelled off the side of a bridge to rescue the driver of the tractor-trailer
The defense department will invest $133 million to increase domestic N95 production capacity
The chiefs requested a six-month ban in a letter to Colorado Gov. Jared Polis
Fire-Dex says the AAMI Level 3-compliant garments exceed CDC guidelines for COVID-19 response
The firefighters brought the supplies back to the station where they sorted them and then completed the delivery
The guidelines cover actions both employees and employers in essential industries, such as public safety, should take
In their weekly webinar, members of the IAFC COVID-19 Task Force provided updated guidelines and advice for members battling the virus
Jim Brinkley, assistant to the general president for technical assistance and information resources at IAFF, said the count is likely higher due to underreporting
Officials are considering increasing pay for first responders and other front-line workers during the COVID-19 pandemic