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Frederick County Fire Rescue Recruits, David Courtney, left, and Zachary Lamb place a wreath at the Andew Waybright Memorial.
Six Hurt when Fire Vehicle Slams into Rockland County, NY, House
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July 20, 2026
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As fire departments continue to focus on firefighter health and safety around fireground contaminants, this eHandbook dives into current and evolving firefighter PPE decontamination...
June 18, 2026
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Disconnected data can hold your fire department back from true operational readiness. In this webinar, discover how bringing firefighter training, staffing, equipment, and incident...
May 14, 2026
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March 26, 2026

Podcasts

Videos

Driver crashes into sign, arrested after speeding through Somerville fire scene
After speeding through the fire scene in Somerville, the driver was taken into custody after his vehicle hit a sign.
July 2, 2026
Fallen Boston firefighters honored
The Rice Road bridge has been renamed the Boston Fallen Firefighters Memorial Bridge, honoring their ultimate sacrifice during a rescue attempt in 1978.
July 2, 2026
Phoenix Pays $605K to Family of Man Firefighters Dropped
The 79-year-old man died of injuries after Phoenix firefighters dropped the office chair they were using to carry him.
July 2, 2026
Retired Orlando, FL, Firefighters Bench
Retired Orlando firefighters, familiar with the mental toll the job brings, remind colleagues no one walks or sits alone.
July 2, 2026

Operations & Training

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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
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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Czech Fire Rescue Improves Operational Command with LiveU
The Czech Fire Rescue Service has adopted LiveU's innovative video-over-bonded-IP technology, significantly improving wildfire response times and decision-making through real-...
July 1, 2026
Statewide wildfire preparedness campaign kicks off: How Hawaii residents can take action now
Honolulu Assistant Fire Chief Reid Yoshida started the event with a moment of silence for three wildland firefighters killed in Colorado.
July 1, 2026

Leadership

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
Assessment of Delaware County, NY, Fire Service Slated
Emergency Services Consulting International will evaluate the 28 volunteer fire departments that serve Delaware County.
July 1, 2026
Veteran Pointe Coupee Parish, LA, Firefighter Fired for Sharing Photo of Overturned Truck
"They were sweeping it under the rug. And, so I got upset about it," the longtime Pointe Coupee Parish firefighter/paramedic said.
July 1, 2026
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Syracuse Police Chief Mark Rusin (left) and Fire Chief Michael Monds participated in the dedication Tuesday.
Syracuse Firefighter Ethan Cunningham died after a call while Officer Michael Jensen was killed in an ambush.
July 1, 2026

Stations

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July 1, 2026
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 Marion Fire Station No. 1 is the first fire station to receive the AIA COTE Top Ten Award, emphasizing its industry-leading sustainable design.
OPN Architects' Marion Fire Station No. 1 has received the prestigious 2026 AIA COTE Top Ten Award, highlighting its excellence in sustainable and biophilic design.
June 23, 2026
Study: Stations, Personnel Needed in Montgomery County, VA
Hiring a fire marshal for Montgomery County is vital and should be done immediately, MissionCIT officials wrote.
June 23, 2026

Safety & Health

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RoGo Communications' DropBlock and Mobile App Tracks Wildland Firefighters
DropBlock 2.0 provides real-time GPS tracking, point-to-point communication, and hyper-local weather data, helping first responders manage wildfires more effectively.
July 1, 2026
Baltimore County, MD, Tackle Tire Fire During Extreme Heat
One firefighter was transported for a heat-related issue during the operation in Rosedale.
July 1, 2026
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Wildland fire has a way of exposing every weak point in a community’s preparedness plan. A fire may start in dry grass, brush, timber, or along a roadside. At first, it ...
July 1, 2026
Details Emerge about Shelters after Firefighters Killed Battling CO Wildfire
The three federal firefighters killed and two injured over the weekend in western Colorado deployed their shelters after a burnover.
June 30, 2026

Careers & Education

Pender County is set to unify its fire and EMS services under a single county-operated system starting July 5, following a year-long consolidation effort approved by the Board of Commissioners.
Starting July 5, Pender County will operate a consolidated emergency services system, integrating fire and EMS departments into a single county-run agency.
July 1, 2026
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SB 325 mandates criminal background checks for all new and existing fire and EMS personnel in Delaware.
The proposed Delaware bill seeks to by mandate criminal background checks for new and existing fire and EMS personnel.
June 30, 2026
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The lawsuit claiming the First Amendment rights of four Grand Blanc Township firefighters was dismissed voluntarily by their attorney.
June 26, 2026
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Bill Would Get CAL FIRE Firefighters' Pay Close to Other Departments
“A top-ranked Cal Fire engineer with a family of four qualified for free school lunch because of his income. That tells you how much we’re struggling.” said IAFF Local 2881 President...
June 26, 2026