Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
Columbus approved nearly $3 million for repairs, but advocates say mold, asbestos, water damage and failing infrastructure show the problems go much further
Fire departments and EMS providers across west-central Illinois received funding through the Illinois Small Equipment Grant Program
Fire departments across west-central Illinois will receive funding through the Volunteer Fire Capacity Grant Program
A Mini Cooper collided with a CAL FIRE rig, killing the driver and a 10-year-old passenger and injuring three firefighters
Police said Engine 82 had its lights and sirens activated when it struck a woman crossing a Morrisania street late
About 150 Greensboro firefighters packed City Council chambers to support a special separation allowance they say would help recruitment, retention and long-term competitiveness
Firefighters battled a fully involved truck fire inside the Allegheny Mountain Tunnel after a commercial vehicle driver suffered a medical emergency
Worcester will begin construction on a new South Division firehouse, replacing the current facility that has served firefighters since 1959
A St. Paul aviation engineering firm has created a new float system designed to help firefighting pilots safely scoop water
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
Integration brings real-time drone telemetry into LeoCommand, enabling faster coordination and more informed decision-making for public safety agencies
This session will bring together leading public safety and communications experts to examine how FirstNet, the dedicated public safety communications network, was leveraged to support planning, operations, and response during a global-scale sporting event
Expanding fire training procurement
Fire officials said the drones will help assess structure fires before apparatus arrive, improving situational awareness for commanders
The department’s transition to Pierce custom chassis pumpers reflects a commitment to firefighter safety, operational efficiency and apparatus built specifically for urban fire service demands
The 14th annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field will commemorate the 25th year since the September 11th terrorist attacks. Registration is now open for the event co-sponsored by the Green Bay Metro Fire Department and Pierce Manufacturing
Pierce Manufacturing Demonstrates the Future of Fire Apparatus Innovation at FDIC International 2026
Pierce Manufacturing demonstrated how fire apparatus innovation, connected technologies and evolving manufacturing advancements are driving the future of the fire service