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11 people hospitalized after possible boat explosion at Florida Beach, fire rescue says
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May 14, 2026
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March 26, 2026
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Download this executive summary to see what ISO reviewers expect and how to deliver, with insights from Vector Solutions’ recent webinars.
March 13, 2026
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Feb. 27, 2026

Podcasts

Videos

Proposed FEMA Changes Shift Disaster Response to Local, State Agencies
The U.S. Fire Administration and the National Urban Search and Rescue Program were recognized for their successful work by the FEMA Review Council.
May 11, 2026
Medics, Patient Hurt in Ambulance Crash in Libertyville, IL
The Lake Villa Fire Protection District ambulance was struck as it was transporting a patient.
May 11, 2026
Kanawha County, WV, Ambulance Driver Charged with Homicide in Hit and run
The Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance crew reportedly heard the screaming victim trapped under their rig but didn't stop.
May 8, 2026
CAL FIRE Firefighter Accused of Raping Women while on Duty
One victim is suing Cal Fire and the state, claiming she was sexually assaulted at a fire station.
May 8, 2026

Operations & Training

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Vorbeck Materials Opens New Facility
Vorbeck Materials inaugurated a new 47,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing plant in Grand Forks, ND, focusing on firefighting foams and other advancements.
May 11, 2026
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Rosenbauer America, Burton's Fire Awarded Expanded CAL FIRE Contract
CAL FIRE has ordered an additional 30 Rosenbauer Model 34 Type 3 wildland engines, increasing its fleet to 45 units to improve wildfire response in challenging terrains.
May 11, 2026
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NAFECO Expands Gulf Coast Prescence With Purchase of Bonaventure Fire and Safety
NAFECO has completed the acquisition of Bonaventure Fire & Safety's Rayne facility, enhancing its fire service and equipment offerings across Louisiana and southern Mississippi...
May 11, 2026
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New York City Building Where Three Died had Violations
The fire spread to eight apartments because a door was open, FDNY Chief John Esposito said.
May 11, 2026

Leadership

Merger Eyed by Marinwood, San Rafael, CA, Fire Departments
Marinwood has nine firefighters while San Rafael has 73.
May 8, 2026
More than Half of Danielson, CT, Fire Department Quit Amid Chief Search Flap
The mass resignations and retirements came after the Danielson borough council opened the fire chief applications to non-department members.
May 7, 2026
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Mediation Involving Norwich, CT, Fire Departments Fail
The dispute that started with Norwich suspending Yantic firefighters from responding to calls will be headed to court as the mediation fell apart.
May 7, 2026
Navarre Beach, FL, Fire Chief Fired after Cocaine Test
The now ex-Navarre Beach fire chief violated conditions of probation ordered after his conviction of reckless driving.
May 7, 2026

Stations

2 Elizabethtown firefighters bitten by brown recluse spiders after infestation at station
Firefighters were transferred while the brown recluse spiders were evicted from Elizabethtown Station 3.
May 7, 2026
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Park Location Eyed Again for New Fire Station in Melbourne, FL
Nine months after Melbourne officials nixed the plans for the park station, they're revisiting them.
April 22, 2026
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Although the development of Springdale, AR, Fire Department (SFD) Fire Station #4 is rooted in the foundation of a prototype design that was conceived in the early 2010s, the unique exterior of the station (which is set to open soon) validates the premise that prototype operational consistency and relative cost predictability can coexist with flexibility for improvement.
Ashley Mauldin uses the development of Springdale, AR, Fire Department's Fire Station #4 to explain how multiple facilities don't have to be mirror images of each other even when...
April 21, 2026

Safety & Health

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Streamlight Releases Portable Scene Light III
Streamlight's Portable Scene Light III offers up to 10,000 lumens, waterproof design and a flexible modular system, ideal for fire and emergency services.
May 11, 2026
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Members of the Independent Hose Company continued their long-standing tradition of making sure the firefighters didn't go hungry.
May 8, 2026
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The bipartisan measure would ensure that national memorials on federal property remain accessible to the public.
May 7, 2026
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"Even in death, he is giving life and a second chance to so many people across the country," said Lake Valley Fire Protection District Chief John McNamara said.
May 7, 2026

Careers & Education

Mt. Lebanon, PA, is seeking applicants for the position of Fire Lieutenant.
Mt. Lebanon, PA, Fire Department is seeking to fill the position of Fire Lieutenant with a lateral entry hire.
May 8, 2026
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Three Jackson, MS, Firefighters on Leave after Sobriety Questioned
After stopping at a business while on duty, the firefighters responded to a fire in Jackson.
May 7, 2026
Assemblyman Joseph Agnelino introduced a bill offering a $2,500 tax credit to volunteer firefighters and EMS members to address a declining volunteer workforce, but it was rejected by the assembly majority.
Despite recognizing the vital role of volunteer firefighters in rural New York, Assemblyman Joseph Agnelino's proposed tax credit bill was rejected.
May 6, 2026
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'It's been an honor,' Broadcast Director of National Fallen Firefighter Memorial Service Says
"This is near and dear to my heart," said Spruce McRee, who is stepping aside after 18 years.
May 5, 2026