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Orlando Fire Chief Jason Revoldt, shown left, is retiring shortly after his appointment. The reason for his departure is undisclosed.
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Cottekill Fire Chief David A. Gagnon was responded for a fallen tree on July 3 and was struck and fatally wounded when a section of tree fell on him.
Springfield, OH, Firefighter/Medic Stabbed by Patient on Mental Health Call
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The Grassy Fork Volunteer Fire Department's fireworks sales began in 2011 to address financial challenges and have since funded a new fire station, trucks and equipment.
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June 18, 2026
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May 14, 2026
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Videos

Neighbors work together to save small town from Aspen Acres Fire
The massive Aspen Acres fire is still burning out of control, but Beulah firefighters managed to keep the blaze at bay.
July 8, 2026
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The campus includes a training tower, a decontamination facility and a two-story building with offices and classrooms.
July 8, 2026
Los Angeles Police Chopper Makes Emergency Landing after Drone Strike
"I know people are curious, but curiosity can cause danger," LAPD Capt. Brian Wendling said after the mid-air incident.
July 8, 2026
Children found dead near gas-powered generator in Wayne County
On July 4, two children, 8 and 12 were found dead in Sumpter Township, while a teen died in Melvindale.
July 7, 2026

Operations & Training

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A bill passed by the Idaho legislators last year allows agencies to merge to boost firefighter responses.
July 8, 2026
Off-duty firefighter rescues 3 children trapped under capsized boat at North Texas lake
"The stars lined up. I was at the right place at the right time," said Midlothian Firefighter/Paramedic Jason Horne said.
July 7, 2026
Worker describes conditions inside caving in Midtown building
Two columns buckled on the 21st and 22nd floors, causing others in the 38-story building to sag, FDNY firefighters found.
July 7, 2026
Dallas first responders rescue woman trapped in muddy ravine for days
The victim, who survived temperatures above 100, was severely dehydrated, a Dallas Paramedic Robert Cober said.
July 7, 2026

Leadership

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As layoffs loom for San Diego firefighters, a helicopter joined the search for the missing son of a retired fire chief.
The mission to search for the son of a retired San Diego fire chief of air operations came after the budget called for cutting firefighter positions.
July 8, 2026
'Bored' Ashley, PA, Firefighters Charged with Reporting Bogus Incidents
The Ashley fire captain reportedly sent a text to 9-1-1 while sitting at his desk in the emergency communications center where he worked.
July 8, 2026
Ex-Fallston, MD Fire Chief Ordered to Pay Restitution
The former fire chief pleaded guilty to theft and embezzlement of Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Company funds.
July 8, 2026
Two Sacramento Fire Captains Buy, Flip House of Patient
Despite the investigation's findings, including working on the house with city equipment without permits while on duty, the two are still responding with Sacramento Fire Department...
July 7, 2026

Stations

If Bond Gets Nod, Aging Richmond, CA, Stations to be Renovated
The Richmond Fire Department is the only one in the county not staffed by paramedics, a concern of voters.
July 2, 2026
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New Marble Hills, TX, Fire Station Dedicated to Late Fire Chief Killed in '25 Flood
Fellow firefighters fulfilled Marble Hills Fire Chief Michael Phillips' dream of a new firehouse.
June 29, 2026
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The Fire Service Scoop: OPN Architects Award-Winning Station, NFPA Awards Gala
There have multiple updates from around the fire service including BRINC and Nova Software Company's partnership and Levrum Data Technologies' free offering of ResponseVision....
June 26, 2026

Safety & Health

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Veteran Carbon County, PA, Fire Chief Dies after Responding
Aquashicola Fire Chief William George, 74, was stricken hours after he responded to storm-related incidents.
July 6, 2026
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Newark Firefighters Augusto “Augie” Acabou, left , and Wayne “Bear” Brooks Jr., died battling a ship blaze in 2023.
During an operation aboard a freighter in 2023, Firefighters Augusto 'Augie' Acabou and Wayne 'Bear' Brooks Jr. were killed.
July 6, 2026
Father dies in Maryland house fire possibly ignited by fireworks | NBC4 Washington
The boy had escaped without injury from the house fire, possibly caused when discarded fireworks re-ignited on an enclosed porch.
July 6, 2026
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Holmes Fire District 1 FirefighterParamedic Kyle Yoder collapsed in the fire station on July 4 following his shift.
Firefighter/Paramedic Kyle Yoder collapsed at the Homes Fire District #1 station following his shift.
July 5, 2026

Careers & Education

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EPR Fireworks Appoints New Vice President of Product
EPR Fireworks promoted Neriyah Oren from its senior product manager to its vice president of product.
July 7, 2026
10 Fire Departments That Are Hiring Fire Chief, Firefighters
Fire departments are still in need of hiring across the United States, so we've compiled a list of departments hiring firefighters, fire chiefs and assistant chiefs all over the...
July 4, 2026
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Grandson of FDNY Ray Downey Continues Family Legacy
“It gives me goose bumps. It’s an honor to be able to carry on my family’s name," Joseph Downey said as he prepared for Thursday's graduation.
July 2, 2026
Ex-Pipe Creek Township, IN, Fire Chief Charged with Using Department Funds for Himself
Plane tickets, hotel and resort fees, restaurant and car rentals were among items charged to the Pipe Creek Township Fire Department.
July 1, 2026