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
With state fire deaths above average, the Clayton Fire Department is joining the Firefighter Rescue Survey to help improve rescue tactics through shared real-world data
Public safety leaders warn that the House-passed bill lacks critical support for upgrading outdated 911 systems, calling the omission a threat to emergency response and community safety
The Allentown Life Safety and Wellness Center would replace the crumbling 100-year-old Central Fire Station, offering modern facilities, gear decon space and support for firefighter health and safety
Kissimmee’s transition from 24/48 shifts includes a two-phase hiring plan for 49 firefighters by April 2026, funded by a new property-based fire assessment
Forty-eight active shooter incidents were reported in 2023; in 2024, the FBI identified 24 incidents
A federal court ruled Atlantic City violated the firefighter’s religious rights by enforcing a beard ban, despite his support role and lack of fit testing
Two Anne Arundel County high school seniors are accused of killing a 67-year-old shop owner by trapping him in his vehicle and setting it on fire
The bill increases the SALT deduction cap from $10,000 to $40,400; it also creates a deduction for income taxes paid on OT earnings for individuals making under $160,000 per year
Records reveal deeper issues with a worn-out fleet, with more than half of engines operating past their recommended lifespan
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Severe flash flooding across western Maryland prompts rescues from cars, houses, schools and businesses
The heartbreaking death of a Kansas City FF/paramedic reminds us that every shift carries unseen dangers
The Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program and the WTC Health Program are also casualties in this latest government program reduction in force
Incident command challenges are heightened in a region replete with jurisdictional anomalies
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
PRODUCT NEWS
MagneGrip’s Complete Clean Air Solutions combine exhaust capture and air purification systems to protect crews from diesel fumes, airborne toxins and viruses
2024 deliveries rise 13%, but booked orders remain 45% above pre-pandemic baseline
Marking a nod to tradition and a step into the future, Elkhart firefighters at Station 4 celebrated their upgraded fire engine with a ceremonial push-in
The district serves 138 square miles in Pueblo County, Colo.
Health & Wellness features flexible workflows that support privacy while maintaining proper supervision
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Turn-key work truck features include customizable cargo access and management, four-wheel drive and enhanced essential safety features
The partnership will pioneer a new model that bridges research, education and operational excellence in the field of public safety