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
The U.S. Forest Service said the individual suffered a medical emergency near Ely as hundreds of personnel worked five large wildfires in Superior National Forest
George Mullins Jr., a member of Shaler Villa Volunteer Fire Company for more than 30 years, became ill while working at a community car cruise
Firefighters battled extreme heat, steep terrain and spreading flames to keep the Lebanon-area fire from reaching another structure
A new regional training center could give rural firefighters greater access to specialized training while helping departments overcome persistent staffing and scheduling challenges
Six communities are heading back to voters after rejected public safety millages left first responders facing potential staffing, equipment and service cuts
The Somerset County event brought first responders together at Flight 93 National Memorial to mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks
Probationary FDNY Firefighter Matthew Adams located the occupant despite heavy clutter that delayed crews’ search
The Sikorsky Skycrane crashed while battling the Widemouth 2 Fire in Fishlake National Forest, igniting another fire that merged with the existing blaze
A new system will give fire trucks priority at intersections, but EMS officials argue the same technology should be used to speed critical patient responses and reduce crash risk
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Recent incidents highlight issues of favoritism and territorialism clouding decisions around mutual-aid response
My legal career is predicated on defending providers who find themselves on the wrong end of the law because of the difficult judgement calls in the heat of a moment. This is not that scenario.
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
PRODUCT NEWS
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New map layers give public safety agencies real-time fire detection and smoke conditions integrated directly into LiveOps at no additional cost
The upgraded CAD system will significantly enhance how the city manages more than 200,000 incidents per year, coordinates resources and uses real-time intelligence — including integrated autonomous drone operations
The latest innovation in the FirstNet network, the nationwide network core is designed specifically for public safety’s unique needs
Longtime ballistic helmet leader to guide next chapter of protection, innovation and growth
How Goshen Township, OH and Holland, MI Fire Departments Prioritized Clean Air in Their New Stations
Fire departments are investing in exhaust removal and air filtration systems to reduce firefighters’ exposure to toxic particulates inside stations
The Ricochet PPE Award Program will provide 15 volunteer departments with 75 sets of specialized gear for EMS, wildland and technical rescue operations