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Three Rosston firefighters were injured when this rig rolled over and burned at a brush fire.
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Yantic, Other CT FIre Companies Sue Norwich
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Learning Resources

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What happens when a department realizes it’s been wearing PPE without truly understanding the “why” behind maintaining it? Join Brandon Barkley and Michael Williams as they share...
April 13, 2026
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Feb. 3, 2026
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ISO success depends on more than training — it hinges on having the right people and assets ready at all times. Join Vector Solutions’ experts to learn how to streamline staffing...
Feb. 24, 2026
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Nov. 17, 2025

Podcasts

Videos

Boonville Fire Co
When the Boonville church roof shifted under the weight of heavy snow, it damaged a propane line.
Feb. 19, 2026
Deadliest American avalanche in over 40 years kills 8, 1 still missing
Six skiers were rescued following the massive avalanche near Lake Tahoe.
Feb. 19, 2026
Calls to police reveal details in fire, explosion at Koch Foods Plant
Fairfield firefighters found the body of one worker in a collapsed area of the Koch Foods plant.
Feb. 18, 2026
Extreme weather fuels wildfires in multiple states, burning thousands of acres
Three Rosston firefighters were injured when their fire truck rolled over.
Feb. 18, 2026

Operations & Training

Ceiling collapses on crews battling 3-alarm fire; Firefighter, civilian taken to hospital
Crews battling the fire faced a slate roof, overhead wires and narrow streets in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood.
Feb. 18, 2026
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Ann Arbor firefighters are encountering challenges as more high-rises go up.
While Ann Arbor has grown denser, it has seen a reduction in fire department staffing, Fire Chief Mike Kennedy said.
Feb. 17, 2026
Brush fire ignites plastic inventory at Osceola County nursery
Firefighters from several departments battled the four-alarm fire at the nursery supply business west of Kissimmee.
Feb. 17, 2026
Carroll County Department of Fire and EMS
Carroll County, MD, Medics Saving Lives with Blood
Carroll County was the 350th EMS system in the U.S. and the fourth in the state to establish the blood program for trauma patients.
Feb. 16, 2026

Leadership

IAFC
IAFC Names Donna Black as New CEO
The International Association of Fire Chiefs appointed Donna Black the next CEO.
Feb. 18, 2026
OroraTech
OroraTech Names New CTPO to Lead the Next Era of Global Thermal Intelligence
OroraTech's new CTPO is Ignacio Zuleta and will help lead the development of a thermal data space infrastructure for persistent intelligence.
Feb. 18, 2026
City unanimously passes notice of intent to fire Northern Colorado fire chief
"I mean we’re three weeks in and still haven’t gotten the first inkling of what the cause is,” Loveland Fire Rescue Chief Tim Sendelbach said.
Feb. 17, 2026
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Davis Fire Chief Paul Swanson
Davis Division Chief Paul Swanson, who's been with the fire department for 30 years, said he's honored to take the helm.
Feb. 16, 2026

Stations

Storm rips roof off Fresno County fire station, breaks power pole
No firefighters were in the Tranquility station when the roof was blown off and landed in the road.
Feb. 17, 2026
H2M architects + engineers
A feasibility study is often the first step in the process of documenting, enhancing, rethinking, or modernizing fire station/public safety building projects and they are critical for when public safety leaders are asked to make facility decisions long before the path forward is clear.
Aubrey Dunn and Dennis Ross use examples like the Massapequa Fire District on how comprehensive feasibility studies evaluate needs, costs, and challenges for fire station design...
Feb. 17, 2026
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AI Is Shaping Your Next Fire Station: Are You Ready?
Janet Wilmoth looks at a Station Design Conference session that explores how AI is changing fire station design by providing data-driven insights without replacing human expertise...
Feb. 17, 2026
H2M architects + engineers
Four architects from H2M architects + engineers reflect on nearly 80 years of fire station designs and share key lessons that can be applied to fire stations in the future.
Patrick O. Stone explores the evolving landscape of fire station design by sharing insights from his peers with varying experiences and time in the industry.
Feb. 17, 2026

Safety & Health

Simultaneous Multi-Alarm Fires Challenge Firefighters in Bethlehem, PA
Two separate house fires in Bethlehem prompted a mutual aid response and left two firefighters with burn injuries.
Feb. 15, 2026
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The Fire Service Scoop: CSFI Awards, Pierce Manufacturing Appointment and More Fire Service Updates
The Fire Service Scoop brings fire service updates that include Elkhart Brass winning "Coolest Thing Made in Indiana and one of Dräger's SCBA's being available in the United States...
Feb. 13, 2026
Cleveland Fire Department
Cleveland Firefighter Johnny Tetrick
Judges heard arguments about recklessness and murder following decisions in lower courts in the death of Cleveland Firefighter Johnny Tetrick.
Feb. 12, 2026
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Dräger and MES Life Safety Partner to Expand AirBoss Access
Dräger partners with MES Life Safety to strengthen its support network across the United States, offering expanded access to the AirBoss SCBA.
Feb. 12, 2026

Careers & Education

INTERSCHUTZ
INTERSCHUTZ Presents the Firefighting World of Tomorrowv
At INTERSCHUTZ 2026, industry leaders will present innovations in firefighting, rescue and civil protection, focusing on digital integration, safety equipment and strategic leadership...
Feb. 13, 2026
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It would remove Los Angeles County leaders' final say on salaries and conditions for public safety personnel.
Feb. 11, 2026
Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue
Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue is seeking applicants for the position of fire lieutenant to oversee the agency's logistics.
Hilton Head Island is seeking an experience fire lieutenant to manage the Fire & Rescue agency's logistics functions.
Feb. 10, 2026
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Holyoke Firefighter Charged in Drug Ring Probe
The 28-year veteran Holyoke firefighter reportedly sold balls of cocaine to an undercover officer.
Feb. 10, 2026