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Podcasts

Videos

Queensland, AU, Fire Department Admits Firefighters at LODD Blaze Didn't Have Effective Radios
The same type of radio Queensland Firefighter Izabell 'Izzy' Nash was using when she was killed in 2023 is still being used.
Aug. 28, 2026
Historic Church Destroyed by Flames in Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Capt. Ryan Sparks said the fire had a significant start before it was visible.
Aug. 28, 2026
The SAUNA Protocol That Saved 9/11 Survivors (Full Documentary)
The niacin-sauna detoxification protocol is discussed in the documentary released Thursday.
Aug. 27, 2026
Dolly Parton's charity gives $200,000 to local volunteer firefighters
After the 2016 wildfires, Dolly Parton gave $20,000 to eight volunteer fire departments and $40,000 to the Sevier County training center.
Aug. 27, 2026

Operations & Training

Luis Sinco/Los Angeles Times
U.S. Forest Service firefighters burn forest debris in the Angeles National Forest in 2023 as part of the service's forest management practices. A new bill allows for federal firefighters to qualify for 25 percent hazard pay under when conducting prescribed burns.
The Office of Personnel Management expanded hazard pay eligibility for federal firefighters during prescribed fire activities because of the similar risks.
Aug. 29, 2026
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The IAFF Local 64 firefighters claimed their First Amendment rights were violated by a rule prohibiting them from speaking to local officials.
The local IAFF alleged in the federal suit they are forbidden to talk to Wyandotte County officials about safety concerns.
Aug. 27, 2026
First Responders Foundation
The First Responders Foundation reaches out to support those who answer the calls.
The First Responders Foundation was created to honor an AirCare paramedic killed in a helicopter crash in Madison County, MS.
Aug. 27, 2026
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A smoke column rises from the northwest edge of the Little Giant Fire.
The group shot of the 11 firefighters with the racist flag at the Little Giant wildfire was a "poor choice," a National Guard spokesperson said.
Aug. 27, 2026

Leadership

Veteran Firefighter Named Interim Fire Chief in Fort Worth, TX
Assistant Chief James Horton has been on the job in Fort Worth for 28 years.
Aug. 27, 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
Josh Davis/Baltimore Sun
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

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

2028 Trial Date Set for Alleged 9/11 Mastermind
As the country prepares to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, a military judge said an earlier trial date was too soon.
Aug. 27, 2026
Wildland firefighters exposed to smoke have been treated with Glutathione.
The Glutathione compound is not approved as a detoxifying agent by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Aug. 26, 2026
Personnel counseled after ladder truck travels to Pilates class while on duty
The firefighters and officers who authorized the 20 mile excursion were counseled, a Jackson Fire Rescue spokesperson said.
Aug. 26, 2026
Danielson Firefighters Association/Facebook
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

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
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District is looking to fill the role of lateral firefighter paramedic.
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District is seeking applicants for the role of a lateral firefighter paramedic.
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