Fire News
Need the most up-to-date news on fireground operations, incident command, recruiting, staffing, training, leadership and firefighter safety? Catch up on the latest news in the fire service world.
BREAKING NEWS
A New London Superior Court judge approved Norwich’s request to access the Taftville volunteer firehouse and city-owned fire trucks as officials move to place paid firefighters at the station
Police said Engine 82 had its lights and sirens activated when it struck a woman crossing a Morrisania street late
State marshals served an eviction order, forcing the Taftville Fire Company to leave its city-owned firehouse as Norwich moved to stake control of city-owned apparatus
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
The Flint City Council approved funding to remodel kitchens at two fire stations to support firefighter well-being
A Laguna Beach resident donated $40,000 to help firefighters restore the city’s 1931 Seagrave fire engine
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Public safety leaders need to evaluate the impact of executive orders and policy pronouncements on their departments and communities
The Santa Ana winds mirror the self-generated fire winds following German air raids on the city of London during World War II
A deadly vehicle attack in New Orleans underscores the need for EMS to adapt to evolving threats, exploring strategies for prevention, response and building resilience
An explainer and action plan based on the Consensus Statement of NAEMSP, IAFF and IACP
A new study ranks fire supervision as a prime option, so how do we make this connection for the younger members of our communities?
NYPD bodycam footage from the Jordan Neely trial underscores the importance of hands-only CPR and AED use when faced with an unresponsive subject
PRODUCT NEWS
MagneGrip delivers fully integrated clean air solutions to protect firefighter health by combining source-capture exhaust removal with air purification systems that continuously improve the quality of the air circulating throughout the station
Essex and Gloucester departments are among 307 across the state sharing $5 million in state funding to buy updated protective gear and vehicle stabilization equipment
This acquisition strengthens WPSG’s presence in Western Pennsylvania and enhances its ability to deliver hands-on service, product expertise, and support to fire departments across the region
The award recognizes Atlantic Emergency Solutions’ strong performance in apparatus and aftermarket sales, operational growth and continued investment in service capabilities
Guardian delivers 24/7 operations, unmatched imaging, Starlink connectivity, and more to help public safety agencies respond to 911 calls and save lives
BRINC and the National League of Cities partner to help cities nationwide deploy drones to 911 calls
This next-generation drone initiative aims to modernize emergency response and keep American communities and those who protect them safe
This order marks the first Pierce High Flow Industrial Pumper to enter service outside the United States
The primary update to both SCBA models is a regulatory change to the End-of-Service-Time Indicator, adjusting the low-air alarm set point to more accurately reflect the rated cylinder volume
Two Ashtabula County departments will use more than $21,000 in state equipment grants to purchase SCBA and battery-powered tools
Drawing on decades of expertise, the potential Hexagon spin-off helps organizations navigate uncertainty and manage change across the world’s most critical infrastructure