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Sept. 9, 2025
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Podcasts

Videos

Man facing charges in connection to fire at Castle Shannon home | 1 killed, 1 injured
Firefighters located the victim, 19, dead as the gasoline-fed fire burned the Castle Shannon house.
Sept. 15, 2025
Wagener Fire Chief Hendrik Swanepoel, left, and Capt. Dylan Ortega discuss operations in the engine bay.
Wagener Fire Chief Hendrik Swanepoel said he is optimistic about the department's future and rebuilding trust with residents.
Sept. 13, 2025
Train hits back of Moline ladder truck at fire
Moline firefighters were working to control a fire in an industrial dust collector.
Sept. 12, 2025
Bald Eagle Lands on Fire House During 9/11 Moment of Silence
The patriotic symbol let out a screech to announce her presence at the 9/11 ceremony before gracefully flying away.
Sept. 12, 2025

Operations & Training

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The Houston firefighter experienced a medical emergency while transporting a patient and was taken to the hospital.
The Houston firefighter experienced a medical emergency while transporting a patient.
Sept. 14, 2025
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A deliberate size-up assesses not just the seat of the fire but the entire structure’s ventilation profile. A poor evaluation often yields a negative outcome for the entire operation.
Brian Teears explains how fire dynamics has changed as a result of modern construction and, thus, why officers and firefighters must account for this in terms of how heat, air...
Sept. 13, 2025
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A firefighter walks along a dirt road in the Lookout Mountain region in eastern Oregon near Durkee, OR
Wildland firefighters are still banned from wearing masks while engaged in arduous work.
Sept. 12, 2025
Dallas woman says city denied help after firefighters broke down wrong door
Denying the $4,100 claim, Dallas city said it's the firefighters' responsibility.
Sept. 12, 2025

Leadership

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David Hupp points out that, although the two terms often are used interchangeably, they are different in the fire service realm and require their own dedication.
Sept. 12, 2025
Photo courtesy of the Meadville, PA, Fire Department
Fees that insurance companies once paid to a privately owned ambulance company now are paid to the Meadville, PA, Fire Department now that it launched fire-based EMS. The small career department once was struggling to survive. Today it’s growing, innovating and leading.
Evan Kardosh explains why the Meadville, PA, Fire Department's launch of EMS operations serves as a blueprint for small city departments that are struggling financially.
Sept. 10, 2025
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A 30-year veteran of the department, Ross Grundyson has led Kansas City firefighters for the past two-and-a-half years.
Sept. 9, 2025
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Beyond the Smoke: What Is Driving People Away from the Fire Service?
Kristopher Blume explains why firefighter retention is hampered significantly when leaders micromanage, manipulate emotionally and break the bond of trust.
Sept. 7, 2025

Stations

Massachusetts firefighter sounds alarm about decaying conditions in firehouses
Open walls, chipping ceiling paint, broken bathrooms and asbestos were pointed out at a Fall River fire station.
Sept. 9, 2025
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When completed, firefighters throughout the region will train at the Grand Rapids facility.
The $46 million 97,875-square-foot facility is expected to be completed in 2027, Grand Rapids Fire Chief Brad Brown said.
Aug. 29, 2025
Schenkel Shultz Selected for Rebuild of Sanibel Fire Station #171
The project marks the second collaboration between the firm and Sanibel Fire and Rescue, following the rebuild of Fire Station #172 after Hurricane Ian.
Aug. 26, 2025
Vine Grove firefighters lose station, multiple trucks in overnight fire
A 1941 engine, an engine/tanker and a brush utility vehicle were destroyed, Vine Grove Fire Chief Matt Haddle said.
Aug. 21, 2025

Safety & Health

The Florida Highway Patrol said an SUV driver drove on to the shoulder to avoid traffic when they struck the firefighter.
The Florida Highway Patrol said the driver drove onto the shoulder to avoid traffic where the SUV hit Bonita Springs Fire battalion chief.
Sept. 14, 2025
Over 1,000 hours of 9/11 footage being donated to New York Public Library
The vast archive that contains more than 1,200 hours of videos and interviews will be available to the public by 2027, library officials say.
Sept. 11, 2025
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Rescue workers are pictured after the terror attacks on the World Trade Center in Manhattan, New York, on Sept. 12, 2001.
City officials contend they have never funded the benefit and say it's not their responsibility.
Sept. 10, 2025
GALLS Expands into Canada by Acquiring Uniform Works
GALLS is expanding into Canada after a strategic acquisition of Uniform Works.
Sept. 9, 2025

Careers & Education

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Lafayette, Witmer and Upper Leacock fire companies will share personnel and resources but remain separate.
Sept. 15, 2025
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Probes are underway in Nashville and New Orleans after officials learned about the controversial social media posts.
Sept. 12, 2025
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Newark Firefighters Augusto “Augie” Acabou, left , and Wayne “Bear” Brooks Jr., died battling a ship blaze in 2023.
Land-based firefighters often lack the necessary training and familiarity with vessel layouts, NTSB investigators say.
Sept. 11, 2025
Former Lewes fire chief removed for 2 years following emergency meeting
The department faced backlash from the Lewes community for its original discipline against the fire chief.
Sept. 11, 2025