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Podcasts

Videos

Fort Worth Fire Chief to retire after more than 30 years of service
“Together, we’ve strengthened this department and achieved meaningful progress for the community we serve," said Fort Worth Fire Chief Raymond Hill.
Aug. 7, 2026
Man arrested for causing Gann Fire says he did not intentionally start wildfire
A chain saw used by Herbert Smith, 65, sparked a fire that has grown to more than 10,000 acres in Calaveras County.
Aug. 7, 2026
Water Concerns Rise as Houses Burn in East Cleveland, OH
East Cleveland firefighters were heard calling for more water and a boost in pressure during the incident.
Aug. 7, 2026
Fire Tanker Rollover Leaves Ingalls, OK, Firefighters Injured
The front steering tire on the Ingalls tanker suffered a catastrophic failure that caused it to roll over several times.
Aug. 7, 2026

Operations & Training

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A silo explosion in Searsmont, ME, killed two firefighters and a lumber mill worker.
A Morrill firefighter and a Searsmont assistant fire chief were killed in the May 15 silo explosion.
Aug. 7, 2026
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Records show Hambden Volunteer Fire Department has received several federal grants.
A criminal investigation is continuing after an admission and resignation of a longtime Hambden Volunteer Fire Company member.
Aug. 7, 2026
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Before Green Bay Metro Fire launched TAK, they coordinating resources along marathon routes mostly on paper maps and pre-scheduled plans. Today, they use map overlays to determine the closest available unit.
Green Bay Metro Fire Department leveraged the Team Awareness Kit to improve real-time situational awareness during the 2025 NFL Draft and a subsequent fire.
Aug. 7, 2026
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The proposal to close two Archbald fire stations, including Black Diamond Hose Co. #2, seen here, is being debated by citizens and firefighters.
Archbald community members say projected population growth and new development projects are reasons to leave all four fire stations open, instead of consolidating them.
Aug. 6, 2026

Leadership

Derrick Kiel, a 27-year veteran of the Oklahoma City Fire Department, has been named the next fire chief.
Oklahoma City has appointed Derrick Kiel as its new fire chief, leading over 1,100 firefighters and support staff.
Aug. 8, 2026
Team Wendy
Vasilios Brachos Appointed as Team Wendy President
Vasilios Brachos, with nearly 25 years of experience in head protection systems, has been named President of Team Wendy.
Aug. 4, 2026
The Firehouse Yak: Eric Vallerie – Risk vs. Reality: Safety Starts with the Smart Firefighter
The Firehouse Yak
Peter Matthews talks with Fire Department Safety Officers Association CEO Eric Valliere about today’s fire department operations and why educated firefighters understand safety...
Aug. 3, 2026
Firehouse's Mentor Monday: Leadership is Built on Wednesday Mornings
Chief Jacob Johnson discusses how leadership is not just built on big incidents or big projects, rather it's built in the mundane and smaller moments.
Aug. 3, 2026

Stations

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The deadline to submit recent fire station and public safety facilities for the 2026 Station Design Conference has been extended to Aug. 7.
The nomination period has been extended for fire chiefs and architects to submit recent fire stations and public safety facilities for the 2026 Station Design Awards.
July 31, 2026
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The bartender admitted to taking $80,000 from winning tickets at the Friendship Fire Company.
Tamas Topos, who was redeeming winning tickets for himself, was ordered to pay $85,000 to the Friendship Fire Company.
July 29, 2026
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Coldenham, NY, Fire Station Destroyed; Rigs Damaged
Five Coldenham firefighters suffered minor injuries moving apparatus out of the burning bay.
July 28, 2026

Safety & Health

Helmet Stolen from Anderson, SC, Firefighter's Roadside Memorial
The roadside memorial for Daniel Bagwell, an Anderson firefighter, was vandalized when a special helmet was stolen.
Aug. 6, 2026
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This limited-edition headlamp from Streamlight and Ducks Unlimited delivers 2,000 lumens of brightness, multiple operating programs and a rechargeable battery pack.
Aug. 6, 2026
Gunman Threatens Sumter, SC, Firefighters at Incident
Sumter firefighters were checking on an outside fire when they were confronted by the gun-toting man.
Aug. 5, 2026
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Adrian, TX, Firefighter Killed in Crash while Responding
While driving a brush truck, Adrian Firefighter Gary Wayne James, 80, was ejected when the vehicle rolled over.
Aug. 4, 2026

Careers & Education

Former Wilson County, TN, Firefighter Files Suit Over Termination after Discussing Staffing Concerns
The lawsuit alleges that the former Wilson County firefighter union president was retaliated against for speaking publicly about staffing deficiencies.
Aug. 6, 2026
Milwaukee Attack Victim, 99, Waits Hours for Help Even After Dispatchers Hear Struggle
Two Milwaukee dispatchers are on leave after they didn't send help despite hearing threats on a 9-1-1 line.
Aug. 4, 2026
Somerville, MA, Firefighter Charged in World Cup Ticket Scam
Investigators determined the Somerville firefighter promised at least 30 people he could get them tickets for the soccer game in Foxboro.
Aug. 4, 2026
Firehouse Magazine: Supporting the Fire Service for a Half-Century and Counting
Peter Matthews explains how Firehouse’s 50th anniversary affords the opportunity to celebrate its founder but also all of our authors, conference presenters and podcast guests...
Aug. 3, 2026