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Podcasts

Videos

Update: Family Members of Billings, MT, Firefighter Killed in Mass Shooting, Fire
Among the victims were two children, two stepchildren and the current wife of Billings Airport Firefighter Adam Ghekiere.
Aug. 26, 2026
Ex-Delaware County volunteer fire chief convicted after shouting racist slur at Black woman
The former Sharon Hill assistant fire chief, using a forklift to unload Christmas trees, shouted racial slurs at a woman while threatening her.
Aug. 25, 2026
Fort Worth firefighters battle 3-alarm blaze at apartment complex
One firefighter suffered smoke inhalation during the Fort Worth operation early Tuesday.
Aug. 25, 2026
Montana Firefighters are Met with Gunfire While Responding to a Housefire
Firefighters couldn't operate as usual at the fire where multiple people died, Billings Fire Chief Matt Hoppel said.
Aug. 25, 2026

Operations & Training

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Danielson firefighters were trying to piece together turnout gear to enter a house on fire recently.
It's not uncommon for Danielson firefighters to piece together turnout gear at incidents.
Aug. 26, 2026
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Firefighters involved in the Frijoles Fire near Santa Fe gather at a staging area.
Randy Lupe, 62, from the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation in Arizona, was part of a support team at the Frijoles Fire.
Aug. 25, 2026
Man Steals Fire Apparatus, Crashes into Others at Dalton, NH, Fire Scene
The thief drove the stolen rig toward Dalton and Littleton firefighters who were battling a fire at his house.
Aug. 25, 2026
Security Enhanced After Armed Intruders Harass Wildland Firefighters at Santa Fe, NM, Base Camp
Two days after the incident, firefighters at the Frijoles Fire base camp, lost a fellow team member who suffered a medical issue.
Aug. 25, 2026

Leadership

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Somerset County fire chiefs are working with county EMS officials to determine policies that allow EMS crews to work in certian capacities on the fireground.
Fire chiefs in Somerset County are close to finalizing plans that will allow dedicated EMS crews take part in limited firefighting duties.
Aug. 23, 2026
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Hambden Township Fire Chief Scott Hildenbrand said they are working with their accounting firm and local banks to safeguard against issues in the future.
Hambden Township's fire chief said they'll be replacing its accountant and reviewing financial processes after an alleged $1.6 million theft.
Aug. 22, 2026
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RESCUE Intellitech Appoints New CEO
RESCUE Intellitech is set to enter a new growth phase under the leadership of CEO Beatrice Råvik Janzon.
Aug. 22, 2026
2026 Special Olympics USA Games Minnesota
Former assistant chief Steve Baker acquired a new sense of appreciation from the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games through small moments of kinds, teamwork and resilience.
Retired assistant fire chief Steve volunteered for the Special Olympics at the University of Minnesota and shared the many unexpected lessons he learned that week.
Aug. 22, 2026

Stations

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Cuba firefighters ran into the smokey station to get apparatus and equipment out.
While grabbing gear and equipment inside the smokey station, Cuba Fire Capt. Joseph Siedel suffered a heat-related incident.
Aug. 18, 2026
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Haywood Rescue Squad Chief Jared Pless said he's frustrated with how the need to take over their longtime building for the new Canton fire station has played out.
Haywood Rescue Squad's longstanding building in Canton is being repurposed for the fire department's flood-resistant station.
Aug. 18, 2026
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Former firefighters and longtime residents want to preserve the downtown Apex firehouse.
Apex is moving Engine 1 from while residents and officials discuss options including renovating or demolishing historic Fire Station 1.
Aug. 18, 2026
In Quarters: Morgan Hill, CA, Butterfield Fire Station
The Morgan Hill Butterfield Fire Station features a fully electric, solar-powered microgrid, innovative design and community-oriented amenities.
Aug. 18, 2026

Safety & Health

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A tree branch entered the open window of the fire apparatus, striking the lieutenant in the chest and causing injury.
While returning from a water rescue, a Bargersville lieutenant was struck in the chest by a stray tree branch that went through an open window on the apparatus.
Aug. 24, 2026
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U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas is seeking to establish a grant program that would fund $7.5 million a year in nationwide suicide prevention programs, peer support and counseling for firefighters.
The $7.5 million grant proposed by Rep. Andrea Salinas would fund peer support, suicide prevention programs, and other programs for firefighters and EMS crews.
Aug. 24, 2026
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Meaux-Nunez Volunteer Fire Department firefighter Robert Hughes, 49, and a passenger were ejected while responding to an emergency call in his personal vehicle.
Meaux-Nunez firefighter Robert Hughes and a passenger were ejected while responding to a call in his personal vehicle.
Aug. 22, 2026

Careers & Education

Motorcyclist Awarded $28 Million in Crash with Los Angeles Fire Department Ladder
The motorcyclist's attorney showed video of the Los Angeles Fire ladder truck going through the intersection and the motorcyclist going under the rig, leading to him losing a ...
Aug. 22, 2026
OH Fire Departments, Colleges Awarded $800K Hazmat Training Grants
Cleveland State University scored half of the allocation --$400,000 -- from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio while other recipients included fire departments and local ...
Aug. 20, 2026
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EMS crews and firefighters assist at the scene in Harford County.
County officials across Maryland said the challenge will be keeping EMS staffed without raising taxes.
Aug. 20, 2026
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Lynchburg, VA, Fire Department Names First Female Deputy Chief
Former Lynchburg Capt. Abbey Johnston has 22 years of fire service experience.
Aug. 18, 2026