Fire News
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BREAKING NEWS
A child receiving treatment at Shriners Children’s Hospital, her mother, four Jet Rescue Air Ambulance crew members and a person on the ground were killed
In 2024, the program funded upgrades to nine first responder facilities, including sheriff’s offices and dispatch centers
Lightweight hooded garment helps protect its wearers against more than 250 chemicals and provides secondary flame resistance when worn as an ensemble with primary flame-resistant garments
Fire officials believe the house fire in Massena started in the kitchen
Firefighter location, tactical communications and weather data deployed for immediate tactical coordination, lifesaving situational awareness
First responders have recovered at least 28 bodies from the Potomac River after the midair collision between a passenger plane and an Army helicopter
Producer Irving Azofat said at least 2,000 seats will go to first responders and people who have lost their homes
The run on buying and installing private hydrants comes after the news of water supply problems during the Palisades Fire
Anthony Saccavino was one of two former chiefs in the FDNY’s Bureau of Fire Prevention charged with rushing improper requests to expedite inspections
Officials said 28 bodies have been recovered from the crash involving an American Airlines jet and an Army helicopter
D.C. fire boats as well as police helicopters are conducting search and rescue efforts on the Potomac River
The Office of Management and Budget withdrew its spending freeze just two days after issuing the order
Extrication
The Chattanooga Fire Department said they heard from departments across the country “that they will be using this incident for training purposes because of its uniqueness”
North West Fire District Chief Tony McIntyre said the Baldwinsville apartments did have sprinklers and smoke detectors but the bulk of the fire was in the attic
Firefighters in Durham, Raleigh and Chapel Hill have been the victims of vehicle break-ins while on emergency calls
After-action reports and investigations revealed issues with alert systems in past wildfires as well as the timeliness of notifications
Grand Rapids Fire Chief Brad Brown described firefighters hearing the children screaming from inside the house, saying it “will live on in our heads for the rest of our lives”
The Big Elm Volunteer Fire Company firefighter suffered a medical emergency and was found by others at the fire station
Administration officials said the decision to halt loans and grants was necessary to ensure that spending complies with President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders
Federal regulations enacted last year focused on drinking water, products containing PFAS and firefighting foam
From natural disasters to homeland security, FEMA’s development tells the story of resilience, adaptation and innovation in emergency management
The president and the first lady toured the damage in the Pacific Palisades where over 16,000 structures have been destroyed
Investigators are asking the public for any photos and video of the Cleveland Heights in its early stage
Elkhart Captain Adam “Pugsley” Kuspa suffered a massive pulmonary embolism while recuperating and attending physical therapy
FDNY
The top-floor fire in a Brooklyn apartment building extended into the cockloft and attached exposures
One worker had been critically injured after coming in contact with a high-voltage power line while at the top of the tower in Burleson
FDNY Chief of Department John Esposito and other commanders went to the Palisades and Eaton fireground to speak with firefighters and bring back information to use in the city
A portion of the Pacific Coast Highway was closed due to mud flows as flood watches went into effect for the Pacific Palisades
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
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?
PRODUCT NEWS
Follow these tips for preparing for the 2025 AFG application period
The Drone as a First Responder Program in Bernalillo County will be utilized to safely assess emergency scenes and transmit critical information
Since its founding in 2016, First Due has delivered a comprehensive, true-cloud platform designed to meet the critical needs of first responders
Lexipol, the leading provider of solutions that enhance performance excellence in public safety, will be marking the third annual First Responder Wellness Week March 24-28, 2025
Foster and three others established Spartan Motors and built their first chassis in 1975
Leaving long-lasting legacy in the fire industry
Grant funding helped several fire departments replace old, outdated and missing gear for volunteer fire departments