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.
Fire gloves have come a long way from the stiff fits that allowed you to pick up nothing more than a Halligan
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The CHAD program started in 1992 after 13-month-old Chad Bodine was injured in a car crash that killed his babysitter, leaving emergency responders unable to identify him
One firefighter is in critical condition; the other suffered serious injuries
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Firefighters say the fire at Zion National Park’s Emergency Operations Center caused limited damage thanks to the building’s fire suppression system
Officials say a pickup truck and box truck collided head on, injuring Boynton Beach Fire Capt. Jeff Power and his family
The engine overturned Wednesday afternoon and landed among trees on the side of a highway
The Ohio Fire Chief’s Association reported that the gunman yelled obscenities about first responders before shooting the former firefighter in the arms
Five steps fire departments can share with their communities to minimize wildfire risk
Audio published by union officials reportedly reveals a shift commander telling firefighters they will be considered “AWOL” if they leave work to get tested
Last year was also the first year since 1977 with no multiple-fatality incidents, according to the NFPA’s report released this week
One firefighter was seriously injured as crews battled the blaze in extreme heat
The two first responders, who pleaded guilty to falsifying reports about the incident, may be protected from civil liability under the controversial doctrine
The motorcyclist was injured in the crash, which occurred while the apparatus was responding to a fire
Officials say the captain tried to intervene when a man threatened another firefighter with a knife
Officials said the fireworks being set off by a crowd of about 40 people also caused damage to emergency vehicles
Authorities said Jackson Firefighter Otto “OJ” Love Jr., 47, was shot multiple times after an off-duty car crash
Oakland Firefighters Local 55 posted about the incident that occurred amidst hundreds of calls for service on July 4
A pregnant woman and infant were also injured in the collision
San Francisco saw at least 100 fires Saturday night, with dozens more in nearby counties
The 2-year-old boy, the son of volunteer firefighter, found a gun in a vehicle at the Shackle Island Fire Station
Facing mounting fiscal challenges, many departments are forced to eliminate or reduce training, fire prevention, travel and physicals
Three people were killed in the crash, including the woman who was run over; a medical examiner is investigating the cause of death
The National Fire Protection Association reports that nearly half of all home fires involve cooking equipment
A Virginia Beach Fire Department report said first responders were pushed and kicked and that EMS vehicles were jumped on after the fatal motorcycle crash
The apparatus had its lights and sirens activated when it collided with a sedan
NFFF will broadcast a National Tribute to honor fallen firefighters on Oct. 4 and hold event in 2021
Officials said a vehicle carrying one of the victims was “driving erratically” with someone riding on top, leading the crew to perceive the car “as a threat”
The New Kinloch Fire Protection District said the community has rallied around Firefighter Arlydia Bufford and her condition has improved
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Family members and colleagues of Kennewick Firefighter Shane Webb urged others to wear a mask to help slow the spread
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