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.
Two Longview firefighters are recounting the rare high-angle rescue that brought two hot air balloon riders safely down from more than 900 feet after the balloon struck a tower
The newest state-of-the-industry project focuses on firefighter training
Firefighters are willing to raise red flags. Chiefs and company officers determine whether those warnings lead to accountability
A Tullahassee VFD firefighter was knocked down twice while working to extinguish a structure fire
Scott firefighters raced to a woods-edge blaze and found a 50-by-30-foot camp built from fridges, tires and AC units, erupting in explosions
The appeals court agreed Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue faced undue hardship if it excused the unvaccinated crew members, citing safety, staffing and operational risks during the pandemic
A LAFD ambulance was involved in the first crash while transporting a patient
Discover actionable strategies for EMS teams to minimize errors through rest, focus and teamwork
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
Officials say one of the three homemade incendiary devices found near Capitol Heights Fire Station 805 could have exploded
A 2024 study urged Shakopee to hire 25 full-time firefighters, captains and chiefs and open a second station, but city leaders have yet to act
Exploring what the survey data reveals about how fireground tactics are executed and how safety culture is perceived
Without protective equipment, wildland firefighters will continue to pay the price with their health
Like a championship team, success in the fire service requires clarity, consistency and commitment
How OCFA uses tabletop drills with partner agencies to coordinate preparedness for major incidents
Forward-thinking leaders must champion engineered approaches that reduce risks and build healthier fire service careers
Two Raywick firefighters were injured when their fire engine went off the road while responding to a call
From paddleboarding and kayaking to fishing in remote areas, discover the gear, training and self-defense strategies outdoor enthusiasts need to stay safe on the water
A driver struck gas lines at the Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center, leading to an explosion as Wilmington firefighters searched for occupants
A practical guide to interpreting urine color for maintaining optimal hydration
The victim drives the rescue. Your crews’ capabilities dictate the operation.
State and Buffalo Fire Department reports cite accountability lapses, interior ops failures, an untrained acting officer and delays in defensive ops in death of Firefighter Jason Arno
The Kansas City Fire Department skipped formal after-action reviews after two LODDs, citing trauma and threshold criteria despite guidelines and NFFF’s “always debrief” stance
A kitchen fire at London Belle spread through century-old buildings in the nightlife district, injuring three firefighters and forcing a defensive attack
Faced with near-zero visibility, Portland firefighters entered the burning house twice, rescuing both occupants and escaping uninjured
The agency levied a $640 penalty after determining safety lapses contributed to the death of a Wethersfield firefighter when a utility terrain vehicle flipped during a brush fire
The blaze injured two Macomb Township firefighters and drew aid from five communities, highlighting Local 5023’s staffing concerns
Investigation highlights the risks of post-suppression overhaul and origin-and-cause operations
Chiefs John Tippett and John Oates debunk the idea that safety and aggression are mutually exclusive
A construction worker jumped from an upper floor to escape the fire at the North Las Vegas construction site
More than 1,600 firefighters weigh in on the perennial debate about whether aggressive tactics and safety culture are mutually exclusive
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- Explosion rips through Pa. chemical plant, injuring 6 firefighters
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- Mass. firefighter injures leg on aerial ladder during 3-alarm fire
- The new NFPA 1950: Consolidating tech rescue, EMS and wildland PPE