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.
Four Syracuse firefighters were treated for heat-related injuries, three hospitalized, while battling their second blaze in an hour during extreme temperatures
Lawyers for the city of Columbia said the Irmo Fire District “acted with malice in reckless disregard for the truth or falsity of the statements”
Because when that call comes in — when smoke is pouring from a quiet electric sedan or a burning robotaxi — you won’t have time to guess
Fire Chief Ralph M. Terrazas said an inspection likely would have led to the seizure of some of the chemicals that fueled the blast
Authorities said bullets shattered a window and hit an overhead door at the firehouse
From family fitness demonstrations to a helicopter ride-along, Orange County (Calif.) Fire Authority members are using all the tools at their disposal to reach the public
Detailing your glove, boots, eye protection and undergarment options, plus what to wear around water
Seeking a new design approach that focuses on preventing contamination in the first place, plus allowing for effective decon
Another firefighter was also injured during the fire in Forth Worth on Wednesday
The nonprofit Tunnel to Towers Foundation plans to host the independent memorial after the National September 11 Memorial & Museum canceled its in-person name-reading ceremony
The bill seeks to update the state’s 2001 “steer clear” law with stiffer penalties and clearer rules about driving near emergency scenes and vehicles
Portsmouth fire and police department officials said their protocols call for masks to be worn in most circumstances
Several firefighters chased the man while others checked on the 60-year-old woman
The Seattle man was transferred back to Oregon by the FBI this week after allegedly hitting the firefighter-medic with a ball bearing during a July protest
Tips, ideas and tricks of the trade that experienced firefighters have shared to help others become better and safer firefighters
Three of the firefighters still haven’t been able to return to work after the June 4 fire and blast in Jacksonville
Dan Byrne shares ideas for how to stem the increasing number of fire deaths in America
Orange County fire, EMS and law enforcement officials urged hikers to properly prepare and take caution before heading out to the trails
Bullets have hit the station twice over the last few months
Houston’s firefighters’ union said in a statement that the incident is a sign of neglect by city officials
Claudia Jean Cyr, 64, is accused of attacking the firefighter during a fire investigation
Residents have returned to evacuation zones trying to defend homes despite fire officials warning that it’s illegal and can hamper firefighting efforts
St. George Island Volunteer Firefighter/First Responder Brian Stephen Smith, 56, was swept up by the current while trying to save a man and child in distress
Fire Chief Marc Bashoor speaks with Loveland (Colorado) Division Chief Greg Ward about the department’s unique tactical firefighting teams
Event organizers said the decision was made after discussion with the Philadelphia Fire Department and government officials
Kenosha’s fire union said in a statement that firefighters will “always answer the call” and urged residents to “respect your neighbor”
Sanford’s fire union president said a 72-hour wait for first responders’ test results is “unacceptable”
The firefighter was walking to the convenience store when he heard gunfire and realized he’d been hit
How to protect firefighters from in-station hazards, like asbestos, mold and vermin
Key realizations about the impact of fire prevention and CRR efforts
A letter to members stated that the department’s commitment to remembering the fallen must be balanced with health and safety
