https://www.firerescue1.com/news Fire News en-US Mon, 25 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/calif-firefighters-receive-21k-grant-for-new-extrication-equipment A $21,000 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant will fund new vehicle extrication tools to help Vacaville firefighters Mon, 25 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/calif-firefighters-receive-21k-grant-for-new-extrication-equipment https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/mich-township-commissions-new-1-5m-ladder-truck The 77-foot ladder truck gives Ypsilanti Township firefighters expanded capabilities while replacing an aging single-purpose engine Mon, 25 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/mich-township-commissions-new-1-5m-ladder-truck https://www.firerescue1.com/orange-county-fire-chief-firefighters-discovered-crack-in-unstable-chemical-storage-tank Orange County Chief TJ McGovern said the crack could be relieving pressure on the tank at the GKN Aerospace facility, which firefighters have been working to cool for days Mon, 25 May 2026 01:06:38 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/orange-county-fire-chief-firefighters-discovered-crack-in-unstable-chemical-storage-tank https://www.firerescue1.com/recruitment/ohio-fd-considers-new-firefighter-exam-amid-retirements-paramedic-shortage Anticipated retirements and a limited pool of paramedic-certified firefighter candidates are pushing Stow officials to expand the city’s hiring list Sun, 24 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/recruitment/ohio-fd-considers-new-firefighter-exam-amid-retirements-paramedic-shortage https://www.firerescue1.com/911-and-dispatch/thousands-of-s-c-911-calls-disconnected-before-being-answered-in-2025 More than 20% of 911 calls to Columbia and Richland County were abandoned before operators answered, raising concerns about staffing shortages and emergency response delays Sun, 24 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/911-and-dispatch/thousands-of-s-c-911-calls-disconnected-before-being-answered-in-2025 https://www.firerescue1.com/line-of-duty-death-lodd/veteran-boston-firefighter-killed-in-fall-during-fire Boston firefighter Robert “Bobby” T. Kilduff Jr., a 24-year veteran and third-generation firefighter, died after falling from the third floor during fire in Dorchester Sun, 24 May 2026 10:36:10 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/line-of-duty-death-lodd/veteran-boston-firefighter-killed-in-fall-during-fire https://www.firerescue1.com/fdny/investigators-probe-staten-island-shipyard-blast-that-injured-more-than-30-fdny-members FDNY leaders said crews were trying to reach trapped workers when the explosion occurred, killing one civilian and injuring 29 firefighters and four EMS personnel Sun, 24 May 2026 01:33:27 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fdny/investigators-probe-staten-island-shipyard-blast-that-injured-more-than-30-fdny-members https://www.firerescue1.com/legal/n-c-city-spent-more-than-1m-fighting-firefighter-discrimination-lawsuits Records show Charlotte used mostly taxpayer-funded accounts to pay legal fees and settlements tied to race discrimination claims Sat, 23 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/legal/n-c-city-spent-more-than-1m-fighting-firefighter-discrimination-lawsuits https://www.firerescue1.com/legislation-funding/n-y-legislators-pass-tax-credit-increase-for-volunteer-firefighters-ems The bill would raise state income tax credits for active volunteer firefighters and ambulance corps members and allow them to receive local property tax exemptions Sat, 23 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/legislation-funding/n-y-legislators-pass-tax-credit-increase-for-volunteer-firefighters-ems https://www.firerescue1.com/fdny/multiple-fdny-firefighters-medics-injured-after-explosions-rock-nyc-shipyard-fire A fire marshal suffered a fractured skull and brain bleed, while a firefighter was seriously injured after a second explosion rocked the structure during the search for trapped workers Sat, 23 May 2026 01:46:04 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fdny/multiple-fdny-firefighters-medics-injured-after-explosions-rock-nyc-shipyard-fire https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/calif-firefighters-receive-21k-grant-for-new-extrication-equipment A $21,000 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant will fund new vehicle extrication tools to help Vacaville firefighters Mon, 25 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/calif-firefighters-receive-21k-grant-for-new-extrication-equipment https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/mich-township-commissions-new-1-5m-ladder-truck The 77-foot ladder truck gives Ypsilanti Township firefighters expanded capabilities while replacing an aging single-purpose engine Mon, 25 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/mich-township-commissions-new-1-5m-ladder-truck https://www.firerescue1.com/orange-county-fire-chief-firefighters-discovered-crack-in-unstable-chemical-storage-tank Orange County Chief TJ McGovern said the crack could be relieving pressure on the tank at the GKN Aerospace facility, which firefighters have been working to cool for days Mon, 25 May 2026 01:06:38 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/orange-county-fire-chief-firefighters-discovered-crack-in-unstable-chemical-storage-tank https://www.firerescue1.com/recruitment/ohio-fd-considers-new-firefighter-exam-amid-retirements-paramedic-shortage Anticipated retirements and a limited pool of paramedic-certified firefighter candidates are pushing Stow officials to expand the city’s hiring list Sun, 24 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/recruitment/ohio-fd-considers-new-firefighter-exam-amid-retirements-paramedic-shortage https://www.firerescue1.com/911-and-dispatch/thousands-of-s-c-911-calls-disconnected-before-being-answered-in-2025 More than 20% of 911 calls to Columbia and Richland County were abandoned before operators answered, raising concerns about staffing shortages and emergency response delays Sun, 24 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/911-and-dispatch/thousands-of-s-c-911-calls-disconnected-before-being-answered-in-2025 https://www.firerescue1.com/line-of-duty-death-lodd/veteran-boston-firefighter-killed-in-fall-during-fire Boston firefighter Robert “Bobby” T. Kilduff Jr., a 24-year veteran and third-generation firefighter, died after falling from the third floor during fire in Dorchester Sun, 24 May 2026 10:36:10 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/line-of-duty-death-lodd/veteran-boston-firefighter-killed-in-fall-during-fire https://www.firerescue1.com/fdny/investigators-probe-staten-island-shipyard-blast-that-injured-more-than-30-fdny-members FDNY leaders said crews were trying to reach trapped workers when the explosion occurred, killing one civilian and injuring 29 firefighters and four EMS personnel Sun, 24 May 2026 01:33:27 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fdny/investigators-probe-staten-island-shipyard-blast-that-injured-more-than-30-fdny-members https://www.firerescue1.com/legal/n-c-city-spent-more-than-1m-fighting-firefighter-discrimination-lawsuits Records show Charlotte used mostly taxpayer-funded accounts to pay legal fees and settlements tied to race discrimination claims Sat, 23 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/legal/n-c-city-spent-more-than-1m-fighting-firefighter-discrimination-lawsuits https://www.firerescue1.com/orange-county-fire-chief-firefighters-discovered-crack-in-unstable-chemical-storage-tank Orange County Chief TJ McGovern said the crack could be relieving pressure on the tank at the GKN Aerospace facility, which firefighters have been working to cool for days Mon, 25 May 2026 01:06:38 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/orange-county-fire-chief-firefighters-discovered-crack-in-unstable-chemical-storage-tank https://www.firerescue1.com/hazards-hazmat/n-m-officials-3-dead-18-first-responders-treated-for-exposure-to-unknown-substance Hazmat teams were called to the scene, which Mountainair Mayor Peter Nieto said likely involved narcotics Wed, 20 May 2026 23:11:10 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/hazards-hazmat/n-m-officials-3-dead-18-first-responders-treated-for-exposure-to-unknown-substance https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/wis-officials-accept-safer-grant-despite-failed-referendum The federal grant will help add eight firefighter-EMTs, but Somers officials remain divided over how to cover future matching costs Wed, 20 May 2026 14:58:45 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-grant-center/wis-officials-accept-safer-grant-despite-failed-referendum https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-chief/minneapolis-taps-veteran-fire-chief-reginald-freeman-to-lead-department-through-trauma Mayor Jacob Frey selected the former Oakland and Hartford fire chief to lead a department facing staffing strain and firefighter trauma Thu, 21 May 2026 12:46:57 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-chief/minneapolis-taps-veteran-fire-chief-reginald-freeman-to-lead-department-through-trauma https://www.firerescue1.com/line-of-duty-death-lodd/veteran-boston-firefighter-killed-in-fall-during-fire Boston firefighter Robert “Bobby” T. Kilduff Jr., a 24-year veteran and third-generation firefighter, died after falling from the third floor during fire in Dorchester Sun, 24 May 2026 10:36:10 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/line-of-duty-death-lodd/veteran-boston-firefighter-killed-in-fall-during-fire https://www.firerescue1.com/mayday/video-n-y-firefighter-caught-in-staircase-collapse-during-house-fire A Catskill firefighter suffered minor injuries after a staircase collapsed beneath him during a house fire Tue, 19 May 2026 12:53:24 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/mayday/video-n-y-firefighter-caught-in-staircase-collapse-during-house-fire https://www.firerescue1.com/mutual-aid/who-likes-who-mutual-aid-we-must-stop-this-pervasive-problem Recent incidents highlight issues of favoritism and territorialism clouding decisions around mutual-aid response Wed, 13 May 2026 16:52:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/mutual-aid/who-likes-who-mutual-aid-we-must-stop-this-pervasive-problem https://www.firerescue1.com/legal/no-gray-area-the-emt-photo-that-could-end-a-career-and-spark-massive-liability My legal career is predicated on defending providers who find themselves on the wrong end of the law because of the difficult judgement calls in the heat of a moment. This is not that scenario. Wed, 06 May 2026 14:46:30 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/legal/no-gray-area-the-emt-photo-that-could-end-a-career-and-spark-massive-liability https://www.firerescue1.com/leadership/firefighter-exodus-a-roundup-of-mass-resignations Resignations often signal leadership disputes, safety concerns and unresolved conflicts — issues that often build long before members decide to walk away Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:04:39 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/leadership/firefighter-exodus-a-roundup-of-mass-resignations https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-based-ems/pediatric-ed-readiness-guidance-could-save-thousands-of-lives-and-ems-has-a-role-to-play Here’s what EMS providers should know about the updated standards, national assessments and opportunities to improve pediatric care together Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:09:27 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-based-ems/pediatric-ed-readiness-guidance-could-save-thousands-of-lives-and-ems-has-a-role-to-play https://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-training/seattles-mary-pang-war A USFA report details how an undetected basement fire, a modified support system and a sudden floor collapse led to one of the deadliest incidents in department history Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:27:56 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/firefighter-training/seattles-mary-pang-war https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/too-much-pride-spokane-fd-participation-in-pride-parade-prompts-debate The incident has reignited debate over department directives and personal beliefs Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:01:52 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-department-management/too-much-pride-spokane-fd-participation-in-pride-parade-prompts-debate https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/commemorating-25-years-registration-opens-for-annual-9-11-memorial-stair-climb-at-lambeau-field The 14th annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field will commemorate the 25th year since the September 11th terrorist attacks. Registration is now open for the event co-sponsored by the Green Bay Metro Fire Department and Pierce Manufacturing Thu, 21 May 2026 22:01:29 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/commemorating-25-years-registration-opens-for-annual-9-11-memorial-stair-climb-at-lambeau-field https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/pierce-manufacturing-demonstrates-the-future-of-fire-apparatus-innovation-at-fdic-international-2026 Pierce Manufacturing demonstrated how fire apparatus innovation, connected technologies and evolving manufacturing advancements are driving the future of the fire service Thu, 21 May 2026 21:57:09 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/pierce-manufacturing-demonstrates-the-future-of-fire-apparatus-innovation-at-fdic-international-2026 https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Fire-Software/pstrax-partners-with-fleetio-to-streamline-fleet-and-equipment-management Connect daily vehicle inspections with maintenance workflows in a single, streamlined platform to enhance compliance and uptime for mission-critical fleets Mon, 18 May 2026 17:43:44 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Fire-Software/pstrax-partners-with-fleetio-to-streamline-fleet-and-equipment-management https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/wellness-program-software/pstrax-partners-with-mental-hygiene-project-mhp-to-support-first-responder-wellbeing PSTrax provides an operational readiness platform used by public safety agencies to track inspections, equipment status, and operational documentation Fri, 15 May 2026 21:52:20 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/wellness-program-software/pstrax-partners-with-mental-hygiene-project-mhp-to-support-first-responder-wellbeing https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/vehicle-equipment/exhaust-removal-systems/proactive-station-design-protects-firefighter-health When departments plan a new station or renovate an existing facility, airflow planning and exhaust removal system layout should be considered early in the design process Tue, 12 May 2026 18:27:24 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/vehicle-equipment/exhaust-removal-systems/proactive-station-design-protects-firefighter-health https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Fire-Software/motorola-solutions-bolsters-911-capacity-and-accelerates-emergency-response-with-hyper-acquisition-and-new-agentic-assist-agents New public safety Assist Agents will responsibly automate workflows to more effectively serve the community Tue, 12 May 2026 18:22:53 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/Fire-Software/motorola-solutions-bolsters-911-capacity-and-accelerates-emergency-response-with-hyper-acquisition-and-new-agentic-assist-agents https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/pierce-manufacturing-hits-the-road-with-2026-road-rally-showcasing-advanced-fire-apparatus-technology Cross-country tour features hands-on engagement with next-generation innovations supporting the fire service Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:13:24 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/pierce-manufacturing-hits-the-road-with-2026-road-rally-showcasing-advanced-fire-apparatus-technology