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A private service will take place 10 a.m. Tuesday and citizens have been asked to line the route to the funeral site to show support for the family of fallen Chicago Firefighter/EMT Michael Altman.
Suspect in Custody in Murder of Off-Duty Bridgeport, CT, Firefighter
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Three Highland firefighters entered a window to conduct rescue efforts before a hoseline was in place.
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In total, of the 384 Fort Worth workers’ compensation claims that were denied by the city, 341 were filed by police or firefighters.
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Videos

Nashville Fire Truck Crashes after Firefighter Driving Falls Ill
The firefighter was taken to a hospital after the engine hit poles, vehicles and a Nashville building.
March 27, 2026
Lawsuits Filed in Shreveport Fire That Claimed Four
Failures by the 9-1-1 dispatcher and the initial Shreveport firefighters are blamed for the deaths of the four victims in lawsuits.
March 26, 2026
Crews battle four-alarm fire in the Bronx
Heavy fire was showing from the roof of the apartment building when FDNY crews approached the area Thursday morning.
March 26, 2026
Byron Township, MI, Fire Rig Struck Again
A tanker hit on an interstate in February remains out of service, while the Byron Township vehicle struck this week was damaged.
March 26, 2026

Operations & Training

DroneSense
Versaterm Announces First Ever DroneSense Innovation Summit
The DroneSense Innovation Summit in Scottsdale, AZ, will explore how drones are revolutionizing public safety operations.
March 28, 2026
Coxreels
Coxreels' 1600 Series Symmetrical Reel
The Coxreels 1600 Series offers a high-performance, adaptable reeling platform featuring a symmetric design.
March 28, 2026
Pete Piringer
Cathie Patterson, who recently retired from FEMA after overseeing key fire service grant programs, said there will be a quick turn around when the application process opens.
There will be a fast turnaround for Fire Act grant applications as awards must be issued by Sept. 30.
March 27, 2026
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San Diego Firefighters Failed to Meet Response Times
One of the reasons for the delays is tied to a new San Diego dispatch protocol, auditors determined.
March 27, 2026

Leadership

NVFC
NVFC Fire Service Achievement Awards Recipients Announced
The NVFC's 2026 Fire Service Achievement Awards honor exceptional volunteers and professionals, including lifetime service, health leadership and youth programs.
March 28, 2026
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The State Ethics Commission’s Enforcement Division alleges that Clinton Fire Chief Michael Lutes violated the state’s conflict of interest law in relation to his supervision of his two firefighter sons.
After receiving complaints about his son, the State's Ethics Commission says Clinton Fire Chief Michael Lutes assigned his son to spots which increased his overtime pay.
March 28, 2026
MEIKO USA
MEIKO USA Appoints New Director of Sales for MEIKO Protect USA
MEIKO USA has appointed Bjorn Rowland as Director of Sales for MEIKO Protect, focusing on expanding PPE decontamination solutions to improve firefighter safety and reduce carcinogen...
March 24, 2026
IAFF 7th District Vice President Ricky Walsh
Jake Bieker, a captain and 24-year veteran of the Coeur d’Alene Fire Department, has been named the new chief.
Veteran Coeur d’Alene Capt. Jake Bieker will assume the role as the city's new fire chief.
March 21, 2026

Stations

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The cost of the Kingston's new Central firehouse has risen to $10,431,000. The city’s engineer said all bids for the project came in over estimate and among changes to the original plans are a rooftop solar array.
Kingston officials removed a rooftop solar array from plans for a new fire station to save $124,000. They will look for increased federal incentives down the road.
March 28, 2026
Living Conditions Force Closure of Dentsville, SC Fire Station
Columbia-Richland Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins said the firefighters and apparatus have been transferred to other stations.
March 25, 2026
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The city of Wichita disclosed that nearly 90 percent of its fire stations have mold issues and are working to remediate the issues at each station.
Crews assigned to Wichita Fire Station 15 are back in their station weeks after they were moved out due to mold. Roof repairs will continue to complete the needed work.
March 21, 2026
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After their individual meetings during the 1-on-One sessions, Station Design Conference attendees often say that the third-party review discussions can save time and money.
Investing in a second opinion for fire station projects ensures alignment with community needs, safety standards, and long-term durability, saving time and costs by avoiding costly...
March 17, 2026

Safety & Health

Rosenbauer America
Rosenbauer America Donates Helmets to the Jamaican Fire Brigade
In response to Hurricane Melissa's devastation, Rosenbauer America donated 99 HEROS Titan Pro firefighting helmets to the Jamaica Fire Brigade, enhancing frontline safety and ...
March 28, 2026
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Fire-Dex's AeroFlex Turnout Particulate Ingress Performance Achieves UL Verification
Fire-Dex's AeroFlex turnout system has received UL Verification 1641, confirming its effectiveness in preventing particulate ingress while maintaining breathability and comfort...
March 28, 2026
Gear Wash
Gear Wash Expands in Southern California
Gear Wash inaugurates a new facility in Santa Fe Springs, CA, strengthening its presence as a leading fire PPE cleaning and repair provider in California, compliant with NFPA ...
March 28, 2026
Lakeland Fire + Safety
Lakeland Fire + Safety Earns Additional NFPA 1970 PPE Certifications
Lakeland Industries full range of firefighter PPE, including turnout gear, gloves, hoods, and helmets, now meets the NFPA 1970.
March 28, 2026

Careers & Education

Winchester, KY, Firefighter Arrest for Claiming Overtime He Didn't Earn
The firefighter, charged with theft by deception, resigned from the Winchester Fire Department.
March 27, 2026
Former Plainfield, WI, Fire Chief Charged with Stealing $112K
While Jeffrey M. Kessenich was Plainfield fire chief, he allegedly used village funds to make personal and unauthorized purchases.
March 27, 2026
Loveland Fire Rescue
Former Loveland, CO, Fire Chief Tim Sendelbach told a reporter that the joint separation agreement was the best outcome he could have hoped for nearly two months into the termination process.
Former Chief Tim Sendelbach said he and the Loveland Fire Rescue Authority board reached an amicable separation.
March 27, 2026
'People Could Have Died,' Judge Tells Lancaster County, Firefighter at Sentencing
Former Hempfield Firefighter Joshua Lightcap admitted setting 19 fires that caused more than $55,000 damage.
March 25, 2026