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Podcasts

Videos

GRAPHIC WARNING: Fatal plane crash north of Fort Worth caught on camera
The King Air twin-engine plane erupted in a fireball that damaged at least 10 tractor-trailers near the Fort Worth airfield.
Oct. 13, 2025
Fire burns Caribou Village Shopping Center in Nederland
More than a dozen businesses were destroyed by the massive blaze, Nederland firefighters reported.
Oct. 10, 2025
Bystanders help lift helicopter off injured paramedic after crash onto Sacramento highway
Within 30 minutes of the crash, the three aboard the helicopter were headed to a local trauma center, Sacramento Fire Capt. Justin Sylvia said.
Oct. 10, 2025
Historic York City fire station finishes major renovations
The original stables where horses were once held, with their names inscribed in stained glass, are included in the Laurel Rex station.
Oct. 10, 2025

Operations & Training

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AMKUS Rescue Systems Launches Heavy Rescue Series
AMKUS Rescue Systems introduces the Heavy Rescue Series, a new line of high-performance extrication tools designed for rapid, reliable rescue operations.
Oct. 10, 2025
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A firefighter works at the Palisades fire in January.
At the initial wildfire that would become the Palisades Fire, officers chose not to use the thermal imaging camera.
Oct. 10, 2025
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When Redlands paramedic/firefighters perform fire-suppression duties, the city reimburses the paramedic services fund.
Oct. 10, 2025
Chicago 2-11 Alarm 7018 N Rockwell
Chicago firefighters are investigating the cause of the extra-alarm fire discovered about 2 a.m.
Oct. 9, 2025

Leadership

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Minneapolis Fire Chief Bryan Tyner
During his tenure, Fire Chief Bryan Tyner delivered babies, battled blazes and struggled to keep Minneapolis safe during the riots.
Oct. 9, 2025
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The firefighters, who had a combined 133 years of service, questioned why three veteran Jefferson captains were asked to resign.
Oct. 8, 2025
Former Lewes fire chief reinstated to department after board members removed him for two years
The decision to allow the former chief, suspended for using a racial slur, to return was met with confusion and shock from Lewes firefighters.
Oct. 8, 2025
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The National Fire Academy campus remains closed during the federal government shutdown.
All events at the National Fire Academy have been cancelled as the campus remains closed.
Oct. 7, 2025

Stations

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MagneGrip’s Role in Safer Firefighter Training: Insights from Illinois Fire Service Institute
Illinois Fire Service Institute integrates MagneGrip exhaust removal systems into training grounds, ensuring a safer environment.
Oct. 10, 2025
Hauser fire station destroyed after catching fire early in the morning
Among the nine vehicles lost included engines, tenders and ATVs, Hauser Fire Chief Jerry Wharton said.
Oct. 8, 2025
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Longview Fire Chief Brad Hannig wants voters to approve the creation of a new fire protection tax district.
Oct. 2, 2025
Janet Wilmoth serves as the conference director the Station Design Conference, operated by Firehouse and Officer magazines. The 2026 conference takes place in Reno, NV.
Marcela Cretaro will focus on sales development for the Station Design Conference while Janet Wilmoth will focus on growing educational opportunities at the annual conference....
Sept. 29, 2025

Safety & Health

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The 2023 suit by the IAFF sought to hold the NFPA liable for not removing a test for turnout gear that required PFAS.
Oct. 7, 2025
Fort Worth firefighter returns home after surviving roof collapse during blaze
Through the painful skin grafts and infections, the one thing that kept him focused on recovery -- his newborn son, still in the NICU.
Oct. 7, 2025
The Inactive Company Honors First Responders On Oct
The Inactive Company teams up with the First Responders Foundation to promote sleep health by giving first responders a discount on Oct. 28.
Oct. 7, 2025
Medical Helicopter Crash in Sacramento, CA, Critically Injures 3
The Reach Air Medical Services chopper crashed on Highway 50 in Sacramento leaving the pilot, nurse and paramedic seriously injured.
Oct. 7, 2025

Careers & Education

WRAL Investigation into firefighter overtime spurs call to action
In one year, Raleigh crews worked 117,000 hours of voluntary overtime.
Oct. 10, 2025
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Unlawful termination, discrimination and retaliation were cited in the claim against San Jose.
Oct. 9, 2025
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Gov. Gavin Newsom talks with CAL FIRE at a recent event.
Collective bargaining was cited as the reason Gov. Gavin Newsom axed the legislation.
Oct. 8, 2025
2025 YLD Scholarship and Award Applications Open
The Yvorra Leadership Development Foundations' applications for its awards and scholarships are now open.
Oct. 7, 2025