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This Month in Fire History - December 2024

Car Burns in Shipping Container at Miami Port

Operations & Training

Car in Shipping Container Burns at Miami Port

Dec. 1, 2024

A home burns during one of the 2024 wildfires to burn across California in 2024.

CA Power Company Weights Costly Fire Prevention Measures

Dec. 1, 2024

Lauri Volkert was named the new Connecticut State Fire Marshal.

Newly Appointed CT State Fire Marshal Looks Forward to Serving

Nov. 30, 2024

By this time next year, the Saltillo Fire Department will have its first stand-alone fire station.

First Stand-Alone Fire Station Coming Soon to Saltillo, MS

Nov. 30, 2024

Latest

Investigators discover firefighter visited woman before she was found dead in burning home

Careers & Education

48 Hours to Air Episode about Ex-Malta, IL, FF Convicted for Killing Girlfriend

Nov. 30, 2024

Crews battle multiple house fires on Detroit's east side

Operations & Training

Detroit Firefighters Battle Multiple House Fires early Friday

Nov. 29, 2024

*AFTERMATH VIDEO*~*FDNY BOX 1347*~*FDNY LADDER TRUCK INVOLVED IN MVA WITH CAR ON 3RD AVE

FDNY Ladder Truck Collision with Van Leaves Civilian Hurt

Nov. 29, 2024

1 injured in explosion at GM Factory ZERO in Detroit

Operations & Training

One Hurt in Blast at Detroit General Motors' Factory Zero Plant

Nov. 29, 2024

Park Ridge House Fire

Operations & Training

Watch: Firefighters Battle Park Ridge, IL, House Fire

Nov. 29, 2024

Sponsored Content

Firefighter Self-Survival Skills

Sponsored Content

Wednesday's Webinar: Firefighter Self-Survival Skills

Dec. 4, 2024

Mastering SCBA Skills for Firefighters - MSA Safety

Sponsored Content

On-Demand Webinar: Mastering SCBA Skills for Firefighters

Oct. 30, 2024

Liability Concerns for Firefighter Training & OSHA’s New Recommendations

Sponsored Content

On-Demand Webinar: Liability Concerns for Firefighter Training & OSHA’s New Recommendations

Oct. 15, 2024

The Critical Importance of Properly Fitted Gear for Female Firefighters

June 26, 2024

Products & Press Releases

The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) application process opened on November 12, and the deadline is December 20, 2024, at 5 p.m.

Exhaust Removal

MagneGrip Offers Help to Fire Departments Seeking Assistance to Firefighters Grants

Nov. 26, 2024

Rescunomics uses state-of-the-art technology to deliver information like user location with altitude and floor level.

Artificial Intelligence

Rescunomics Revolutionizes Public Safety with Cutting-Edge Technology Solutions

Nov. 26, 2024

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Safety & Health

Fire Safety Research Institute Reminds Holiday Shoppers to Take C.H.A.R.G.E. of Battery Safety

Fire Safety Research Institute

Nov. 21, 2024

This innovative device integrates a cell tower, Wi-Fi access point, and high-speed Internet capabilities into a single, portable unit.

Mobile Technology & Accessories

Rescue 42 Introduces the miniNSD™ AiO: Deployable Cell Site

Rescue 42, Inc.

Nov. 20, 2024

Leadership

West Covina Fire Chief Vincent Capelle said he was blindsided when he was been fired.

West Covina, CA, Fire Chief Said he was 'Blindsided' by Firing

Nov. 28, 2024

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Operations & Training

After the Fire: Six-Post Fire Considerations

John Hayowyk Jr.

Nov. 26, 2024

Portland Capt. Erica Nelson

Portland, OR, Female Fire Captain Turning in Turnout Gear to Pursue Adventures

Nov. 26, 2024

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Operations & Training

Attention All Probies!

Shawn Drake Morton

Nov. 26, 2024

Apparatus

Paramedics injured in ambulance crash on SW Side: police

Four Injured after Chicago Ambulance, SUV Collide

Nov. 27, 2024

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Pittsburgh in Dire Need of Dependable Ambulances

Nov. 27, 2024

3 paramedics injured in violent Pompano Beach crash

Three Pompano Beach, FL, Medics OK after Ambulance Collision

Nov. 22, 2024

SC fire department gets new truck after 2 firefighters killed responding to Hurricane Helene

Circle, SC, Fire Dept. that Lost Two Firefighters Gets New Rig

Nov. 21, 2024

Videos

High School Football Player Becomes Firefighter after Losing Cousin in Fire

Careers & Education

Football Player Becomes Firefighter after Cousin Dies in Plainfield, CT, Fire

Nov. 28, 2024

Window Washer Rescued by Kansas City Firefighters

Dangling Window Washer Rescued from Kansas City, MO, Building

Nov. 28, 2024

Owner of Historic Burlington, WI, Mansion Arrested after Fire

Operations & Training

Owner Arrested after Historic Burlington, WI, Mansion Burns

Nov. 28, 2024

Firefighter accuses Delta Township of discrimination

Careers & Education

Former Delta Township, MI, Firefighter Sues, Claiming Discrimination

Nov. 27, 2024

Rescue

Brighton fire chief speaks on explosion at tank on GM Proving Grounds

Operations & Training

Explosion at General Motors Facility in Milford, MI, Damages Houses

Nov. 26, 2024

Worker rescued from rubble in downtown Louisville

Structural Collapse

Watch: Worker Rescued after Extensive Operation in Louisville, KY

Nov. 15, 2024

The training better equip personnel with the skills needed for animal-related emergencies (e.g., horses, cattle) in Seminole County, especially in rural areas.

Seminole County, FL, Fire Department Hosts Large Animal Rescue Training

Nov. 13, 2024

Providing forced air duct-type ventilation might improve final outcomes of a rescue effort for an animal victim in oxygen-deficient atmospheres if delivered near its face while simultaneously alleviating some of the concerns with the space for the rescuer.

Animal Rescues: Is the Duckling in the Drain the Modern Canary in the Coal Mine?

Brandi Phillips

Nov. 8, 2024

Safety & Health

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Safety & Health

High Bridge, NJ, Crossing Guard Killed was Longtime Firefighter

Nov. 29, 2024

A Memphis firefighter sustained burns to the face during an apartment fire on Thanksgiving.

Safety & Health

Memphis, TN, Firefighter Hospitalized with Facial Burns

Nov. 28, 2024

Training for big box store fires helps members to refine rescue profiles by incorporating realistic scenarios, such as navigating obstructed pathways.

Operations & Training

Small Towns, Big Box Retailers: Challenges and Strategies for Firefighters

Kristopher Blume

Nov. 24, 2024

Johnny Goines, a nearly 50-year member of the Verona Volunteer Fire Department, died Friday night.

Verona, NC, Firefighter Dies after Responding to Call

Nov. 24, 2024

Community Risk

This is the building prior to the fire.

Community Risk Reduction

Ex-St. Paul, MN, Police Officer Admits Setting Building Fire

Nov. 26, 2024

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Three Hospitalized after Using Propane Oven in Willimantic, CT, House

Nov. 25, 2024

2 children dead, 3 others injured after mobile home fire in Canton Township

Operations & Training

Mobile Home Fire in Canton Township, MI, Leaves Two Children Dead

Nov. 25, 2024

3 people rescued from burning building in Jersey City

Operations & Training

Three Rescued from Jersey City, NJ, Apartment Building Fire

Nov. 21, 2024

Operations & Training

The Subaru SUV caught fire after an underground electrical fire in Brooklyn Thursday.

Operations & Training

Manhole Fire Spreads to Car, Eyed in New York City Building Fire

Nov. 29, 2024

Rochester Hills Lt. Chris Ogg saw smoke coming from the house when he grabbed a ladder and rescued two people from the second floor of the home before firefighters arrived.

Operations & Training

Off-Duty Rochester Hills Firefighter Rescues Two from Fire

Nov. 28, 2024

Yakima Fire Capt. Jeremiah Stilley said the three people died in a cold smoke event in the Union Gap home.

Operations & Training

Three Killed in Union Gap, WA, House Fire

Nov. 28, 2024

Vehicle removed from building at Bally's

Operations & Training

Vehicle Crashes Through Roof of Evansville, IN, Casino

Nov. 27, 2024

Technology

Dejero joins Panorama Antennas in meeting the high standards required to become “Verizon Frontline Verified.”

Verizon Announces Dejero as Latest “Verizon Frontline Verified” Partner

Verizon Connect

Nov. 19, 2024

The two organizations will be working together to further support the Canadian emergency service infrastructure by using data from devices to provide information on the situation, such as the location and severity of the emergency.

RapidSOS Partners with TELUS to Modernize 911 Communications in Canada

Nov. 19, 2024

In his new role, Fritsche will expand the firm’s AI capabilities and knowledge base to support MCP’s mission of improving public-safety and justice outcomes.

Artificial Intelligence

Mission Critical Partners Names Technology Veteran as Artificial Intelligence Domain Lead

Mission Critical Partners

Nov. 18, 2024

FDNY firefighters work in Prospect Park in the borough of Brooklyn. Days earlier, firefighters were called to a brush fire in the park during a severe drought.

FDNY Stands Up Brush Fire Task Force as Drought Continues

Nov. 18, 2024

Careers & Education

FDNY Firefighter Christian Engeldrum

Careers & Education

Annual Trek to Arlington National Cemetery to Honor FDNY FF Continues

Nov. 29, 2024

Deadly fire raises concerns within Firefighters Union | NBC4 Washington

Careers & Education

Deadly Fire in Brentwood, MD, Raises Concerns about Station Closures

Nov. 27, 2024

Pepperell fire station empty one night due to staffing issues

Careers & Education

No EMS Staff Available in Pepperell, MA, Recently

Nov. 27, 2024

Florence Fire Protection District sent cease and desist to the volunteer fire department

Careers & Education

Florence, CO, Vol. Fire Department Gets Cease and Desist Letter from District

Nov. 25, 2024

Stations

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In Quarters: Central Jackson County, MO, Fire Protection District Station 6

Firehouse Staff

Nov. 19, 2024

FDNY FIrefighter's Trumpet Stolen Outside Firehouse

Careers & Education

FDNY Firefighter's Trumpet for Funerals, Memorial Stolen from Car

Nov. 18, 2024

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In Quarters: Bartlett, IL, Fire Station 1 Headquarters

Firehouse Staff

Nov. 18, 2024

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In Quarters: Unified Fire Service Area Fire Station #102, Magna, UT

Firehouse Staff

Nov. 17, 2024

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