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May 14, 2026
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March 26, 2026
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March 13, 2026
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First responders operate in hazardous, unpredictable conditions where dependable equipment is essential, and meeting recognized first-responder protective gear...
Feb. 27, 2026

Podcasts

Videos

Companies Abusing 9-1-1 System May Have to Pay up in Oroville, CA
“A company, per se, is relying on taxpayer funded resources to supplement their staffing levels, is what we’re really trying to get at,” CAL FIRE-Butte County Oroville Division...
April 23, 2026
Milwaukee Pumper Catches Fire after Head-on Crash with Car
The firefighters, who jumped out before the fire escalated, ran to help the injured civilians, Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski said.
April 22, 2026
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
Rehoboth fire chief removed after dispute over solar farm project
"I have nothing to gain or lose," now ex-Rehoboth Fire Chief Mark Haskell said, adding that the farm is already built next to his land.
April 22, 2026

Operations & Training

Coxreels
Coxreels Improvement for 1.25-inch and 1.5-inch SLPL Spring-Driven Models
Coxreels' improvements to the SLPL series focus on durability and performance, featuring upgraded inline swivels and swept riser designs that optimize flow and reduce costs.
April 23, 2026
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Residents would rather see the reservoir full even if they can't drink the water in it.
With wildfire season ahead, residents and community leaders would prefer to see a full reservoir even if the water isn't suitable for drinking.
April 22, 2026
Mercedes Textiles Limited
New Nozzle Control Technology Introduced by Mercedes Textiles
Mercedes Textiles Ltd. introduces LPX Technology to improve nozzle control in small diameter handlines operating at low pressures, reducing kinking and whip while maintaining ...
April 20, 2026
Onlookers Anxious to Record Hamper Response of Nyssa, OR, Firefighters
"They (firefighters) didn't get to the scene as quickly as they could have," Nyssa Fire Chief Marvin Seuell said.
April 20, 2026

Leadership

Al Seib / Los Angeles Times
A culture of absolute obedience in Los Angeles Fire Department surfaces.
Los Angeles firefighters refrain from questioning even dangerous orders for fear of retribution.
April 23, 2026
Off-duty Torrance County, NM Deputy and Assistant Chiefs Accused of Beathing Mentally Ill Man
The Torrance County deputy fire chief and assistant chief are accused of beating the mentally ill man with sticks and pipes in Estancia.
April 21, 2026
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Chief, Deputy Chief Re-elected to Lead Shuttered Fire Company in Norwich, CT
The 179-year-old Yantic Fire Engine Co. 1 was shut down by Norwich officials after chiefs balked at a unified command policy.
April 21, 2026
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Firehouse's Mentor Monday: Being Perfect Is Not Reality
Firehouse's Mentor Monday has Chief Jacob Johnson answering a viewer question about the fear of not being perfect when promoted.
April 20, 2026

Stations

H2M architects + engineers
Each new fire station project, whether ground‑up new construction or an addition/renovation, will have its own definition of what it means to be compatible with the neighborhood and community input is important for the entire design process.
This article explores the complexities of designing fire stations that meet operational demands while harmonizing with their surrounding neighborhoods through stakeholder engagement...
April 21, 2026
Martinez Architects
Station Design Awards - Cy-Fair Fire Station #1, Houston, TX - Martinez Architects
The Cy-Fair Fire Station #1 exemplifies a strategic blend of functional design and community integration, featuring adaptable layouts, secure zones and open-concept spaces that...
April 21, 2026
The Galante Architecture Studio
Station Design Awards - Cambridge, MA, Station 10 - The Galante Architecture Studio
Cambridge, MA, Station 10's innovative design features four interconnected apparatus bays, energy-efficient systems and advanced decontamination technology.
April 21, 2026
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Station Design Awards - Marble Falls, TX, Fire Station #1 - Martinez Architects
The Marble Falls Fire Station #1 underwent a comprehensive renovation, modernizing its facilities to meet current safety standards, improve operational efficiency and support ...
April 21, 2026

Safety & Health

Spokane County Fire Department
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Spokane County Lt. Paramedic Cody Scott Traber fell from the bridge in 2021 while looking for a brush fire.
April 23, 2026
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Collaborative Effort Gets Seven Hills, OH, Firefighters More Shut Eye
University Hospitals and Seven Hills Fire Department teamed up to help firefighters get some sound sleep.
April 23, 2026
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Terex Fire and Ambulance Group Brands to Collect Donations for Tunnel to Towers in Indianapolis
As part of the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, Terex Fire and Ambulance Group brands collect donations for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
April 23, 2026
Six Columbus, OH Firefighters Seek Smoke Inhalation Treatment
The firefighters started feeling symptoms of smoke inhalation following the fire in downtown Columbus.
April 22, 2026

Careers & Education

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Loveland, CO, Fire Rescue Authority Head Quits as Recall Looms
Jeff Swanty and the board came under fire recently for its actions that led to the separation of Loveland Chief Tim Sendelbach.
April 20, 2026
Wentzville, MO, Fire Captain Whose Ice Rescue Inspired Movie Dies
Former Wentzville Fire Capt. Tommy Shine, who rescued a boy from icy waters in 2015, inspired the movie "Breakthrough."
April 16, 2026
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According to the lawsuit filed in Clark County District Court, Henderson Fire Department personnel failed to properly identify, preserve and deliver one of the victim's severed fingers to physicians.
The man claims that Henderson firefighters failed to preserve the severed finger correctly, preventing surgical reattachment.
April 16, 2026
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The proposed fiscal 2027 budget includes over $3 million to hire 12 additional battalion chiefs for Baltimore County's Fire Department.
Baltimore County's proposed budget allocates over $3 million to add 12 battalion chiefs as the fire department's call volume increase and improve fireground safety.
April 16, 2026