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 2026 lumber mill fire reinforces the lesson that silo construction and contents must be identified before crews commit to suppression tactics
Firefighters battled extreme heat, steep terrain and spreading flames to keep the Lebanon-area fire from reaching another structure
A new regional training center could give rural firefighters greater access to specialized training while helping departments overcome persistent staffing and scheduling challenges
Six communities are heading back to voters after rejected public safety millages left first responders facing potential staffing, equipment and service cuts
Rapid growth on the Wrights Spring Fire cut off Jason Ensign’s escape route as he supported firefighting operations near the Yahwee Plateau
The FJH Initiative, inspired by Kootenai County Fire and Rescue Battalion Chief Frank Harwood, will combine mentorship, outdoor recreation and mental health care
A state fire feasibility study recommended eventually phasing out Black Diamond Hose Co. 2 and East Side Hose Co. 4, but Archbald officials say no decision has been made
The helicopter had two people aboard and ignited another fire when it crashed in steep terrain, preventing crews from immediately reaching the site
The proposed Hillsborough County program would serve a 70-square-mile area and is expected to deliver blood in under three minutes on average
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Recent incidents highlight issues of favoritism and territorialism clouding decisions around mutual-aid response
My legal career is predicated on defending providers who find themselves on the wrong end of the law because of the difficult judgement calls in the heat of a moment. This is not that scenario.
Resignations often signal leadership disputes, safety concerns and unresolved conflicts — issues that often build long before members decide to walk away
Here’s what EMS providers should know about the updated standards, national assessments and opportunities to improve pediatric care together
A USFA report details how an undetected basement fire, a modified support system and a sudden floor collapse led to one of the deadliest incidents in department history
The incident has reignited debate over department directives and personal beliefs
PRODUCT NEWS
The latest innovation in the FirstNet network, the nationwide network core is designed specifically for public safety’s unique needs
Longtime ballistic helmet leader to guide next chapter of protection, innovation and growth
How Goshen Township, OH and Holland, MI Fire Departments Prioritized Clean Air in Their New Stations
Fire departments are investing in exhaust removal and air filtration systems to reduce firefighters’ exposure to toxic particulates inside stations
The Ricochet PPE Award Program will provide 15 volunteer departments with 75 sets of specialized gear for EMS, wildland and technical rescue operations
ImageTrend announced a leadership transition as the company accelerates AI-powered product development and expands its software platform for EMS, fire, healthcare and public safety agencies
Led by Motorola Solutions, with participation from Index Ventures and Dylan Field, this round brings BRINC’s total capital raised to well over a quarter billion dollars
First Due became the official platform for the CAL FIRE Incident Reporting System, known as CALFIRS, as the Department’s incident reporting system