Safety
The FireRescue1 safety resource section features fire incident news; tips for how to stay safe on scene and on the roadways; lessons learned from major incidents; videos and podcasts that highlight safety-related topics, such as fireground hazards, mayday incidents, patient interactions and hazmat exposure; the impact of leadership on safety; behavioral health issues; plus analysis from major events.
The rich history of a fire engine’s color dates back to the 1900s; discover why fire trucks are red, and if it’s truly the best color for your rig
A Ellerbe firefighter was shot in the leg when crews arrived at a property for a fire alarm call
A game camera owner warned Scarborough firefighters about traps at the site, where holes and other deterrents had been set up to protect belongings
The St. Paul firefighters’ union had posted on social media about one of their members who had gone missing
A Fort Worth Fire Department official said there was a dramatic change of conditions inside causing two fire firefighters to bailout a window
A Data Dream Team is working to build and implement a robust data management system for the fire service
The fire ignited at a vacant Virginia Gardens building that had been used for fire department drills for the past month
Seven of the firefighters injured in the Wilmington explosion are also suing the truck driver and the manufacturer of the gas tanks and fuel system
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A Brockton firefighter’s leg was pinned on an aerial ladder during the fire
“Watch your kids around water” is the Phoenix FD’s latest social media post to keep citizens safe
Disaster preparation for a flood includes gathering necessities, relying on local media sources and being aware of the dangers rising waters bring
NVFC Massachusetts Director Joe Maruca appeared before a Homeland Security subcommittee to present the hardships the proposed standard would have on volunteer departments
Officials reported the Post Fire in Los Angeles County is 20% contained
Chief Marc Bashoor details what makes this year’s event unique
Understand vehicle construction to effectively and safely manage EV fires and crashes
Key factors fire departments should consider when developing procedures for EVs and other devices powered by lithium-ion batteries
A ladder truck was used to get close to the bear in the Camp Hill park
There is always the chance that something will happen that we have no control over; it’s those fears that keep us up at night
Firefighters used defensive operations at another fire in the former Morris Brown College dormitory
State fire association official believes improvements are needed but proposed regulations are not achievable for small departments
L.A. County Engine 16 was responding to a call when a man jumped in front, climbed onboard and started hitting it
Firefighters in Elmwood Park cut down a fence at the rear of the motel to reach the trapped guest
What it means to talk about safety and survival in an inherently unsafe profession
