https://www.firerescue1.com/news Fire News en-US Sat, 30 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/technical-rescue/fla-firefighters-rescue-worker-who-fell-inside-water-tower A technical rescue team lowered the injured maintenance worker through the center of the Bradenton tank after he fell while sandblasting Sat, 30 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/technical-rescue/fla-firefighters-rescue-worker-who-fell-inside-water-tower https://www.firerescue1.com/off-duty/off-duty-fdny-firefighter-saves-driver-from-flooded-car Firefighter Travis Langan smashed through a Tesla’s sunroof to rescue Carmen Pinto from rising floodwaters on the Jackie Robinson Parkway Sat, 30 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/off-duty/off-duty-fdny-firefighter-saves-driver-from-flooded-car https://www.firerescue1.com/Photo-of-the-week/photo-of-the-week-fire-through-the-roof-in-s-c An exterior attack along with water supply operations in Columbia Fri, 29 May 2026 20:21:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/Photo-of-the-week/photo-of-the-week-fire-through-the-roof-in-s-c https://www.firerescue1.com/structure-fire/dallas-apartment-explosion-fire-kills-3-after-reported-gas-leak Firefighters responding to a reported gas leak arrived as a blast tore through an Oak Cliff apartment building, injuring at least five people Fri, 29 May 2026 11:16:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/structure-fire/dallas-apartment-explosion-fire-kills-3-after-reported-gas-leak https://www.firerescue1.com/volunteer-fire-service/supporters-chain-themselves-to-fire-trucks-in-latest-conn-volunteer-fd-suspension-update More than 100 people rallied behind the Taftville Volunteer Fire Company amid an ongoing dispute with Norwich officials over the Unified Command policy and fears of a possible suspension Fri, 29 May 2026 10:30:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/volunteer-fire-service/supporters-chain-themselves-to-fire-trucks-in-latest-conn-volunteer-fd-suspension-update https://www.firerescue1.com/fatal-incident/crews-recover-remains-of-6-workers-killed-in-wash-paper-mill-disaster Search teams continue efforts to locate three missing workers after a chemical tank collapse at a Longview paper mill killed 11 people and injured eight Fri, 29 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fatal-incident/crews-recover-remains-of-6-workers-killed-in-wash-paper-mill-disaster https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/ariz-city-approves-16m-bulk-purchase-of-fire-apparatus Mesa officials say ordering the apparatus now will help avoid years-long delays, replace aging units on schedule and save nearly $1 million Thu, 28 May 2026 14:09:45 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/ariz-city-approves-16m-bulk-purchase-of-fire-apparatus https://www.firerescue1.com/labor-and-union-issues/md-firefighters-city-workers-lose-collective-bargaining-rights Supporters launched a petition drive for a special referendum after the Salisbury City Council voted to repeal collective bargaining rights for more than 200 municipal employees Thu, 28 May 2026 13:34:15 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/labor-and-union-issues/md-firefighters-city-workers-lose-collective-bargaining-rights https://www.firerescue1.com/Arson-Investigation/maine-lumber-mill-explosion-that-killed-firefighter-ruled-accidental The fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber began at the base of a silo, where rapidly ignited sawdust and other material caused the blast Thu, 28 May 2026 12:58:42 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/Arson-Investigation/maine-lumber-mill-explosion-that-killed-firefighter-ruled-accidental https://www.firerescue1.com/Arson-Investigation/fdny-paint-vapors-caused-deadly-staten-island-shipyard-explosion Investigators say paint vapors ignited inside a confined space, triggering an explosion and fire that killed one worker and injured more than 30 firefighters Thu, 28 May 2026 10:59:02 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/Arson-Investigation/fdny-paint-vapors-caused-deadly-staten-island-shipyard-explosion https://www.firerescue1.com/technical-rescue/fla-firefighters-rescue-worker-who-fell-inside-water-tower A technical rescue team lowered the injured maintenance worker through the center of the Bradenton tank after he fell while sandblasting Sat, 30 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/technical-rescue/fla-firefighters-rescue-worker-who-fell-inside-water-tower https://www.firerescue1.com/uas-uav-and-drones/dallas-police-fire-departments-partner-on-new-emergency-drone-program Fire officials said the drones will help assess structure fires before apparatus arrive, improving situational awareness for commanders Sat, 30 May 2026 12:21:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/uas-uav-and-drones/dallas-police-fire-departments-partner-on-new-emergency-drone-program https://www.firerescue1.com/off-duty/off-duty-fdny-firefighter-saves-driver-from-flooded-car Firefighter Travis Langan smashed through a Tesla’s sunroof to rescue Carmen Pinto from rising floodwaters on the Jackie Robinson Parkway Sat, 30 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/off-duty/off-duty-fdny-firefighter-saves-driver-from-flooded-car https://www.firerescue1.com/Photo-of-the-week/photo-of-the-week-fire-through-the-roof-in-s-c An exterior attack along with water supply operations in Columbia Fri, 29 May 2026 20:21:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/Photo-of-the-week/photo-of-the-week-fire-through-the-roof-in-s-c https://www.firerescue1.com/structure-fire/dallas-apartment-explosion-fire-kills-3-after-reported-gas-leak Firefighters responding to a reported gas leak arrived as a blast tore through an Oak Cliff apartment building, injuring at least five people Fri, 29 May 2026 11:16:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/structure-fire/dallas-apartment-explosion-fire-kills-3-after-reported-gas-leak https://www.firerescue1.com/volunteer-fire-service/supporters-chain-themselves-to-fire-trucks-in-latest-conn-volunteer-fd-suspension-update More than 100 people rallied behind the Taftville Volunteer Fire Company amid an ongoing dispute with Norwich officials over the Unified Command policy and fears of a possible suspension Fri, 29 May 2026 10:30:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/volunteer-fire-service/supporters-chain-themselves-to-fire-trucks-in-latest-conn-volunteer-fd-suspension-update https://www.firerescue1.com/fatal-incident/crews-recover-remains-of-6-workers-killed-in-wash-paper-mill-disaster Search teams continue efforts to locate three missing workers after a chemical tank collapse at a Longview paper mill killed 11 people and injured eight Fri, 29 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fatal-incident/crews-recover-remains-of-6-workers-killed-in-wash-paper-mill-disaster https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/ariz-city-approves-16m-bulk-purchase-of-fire-apparatus Mesa officials say ordering the apparatus now will help avoid years-long delays, replace aging units on schedule and save nearly $1 million Thu, 28 May 2026 14:09:45 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-apparatus/ariz-city-approves-16m-bulk-purchase-of-fire-apparatus 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/Photo-of-the-week/photo-of-the-week-fire-through-the-roof-in-s-c An exterior attack along with water supply operations in Columbia Fri, 29 May 2026 20:21:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/Photo-of-the-week/photo-of-the-week-fire-through-the-roof-in-s-c 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/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/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/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/uas-uav-and-drones/dallas-police-fire-departments-partner-on-new-emergency-drone-program Fire officials said the drones will help assess structure fires before apparatus arrive, improving situational awareness for commanders Sat, 30 May 2026 12:21:00 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/uas-uav-and-drones/dallas-police-fire-departments-partner-on-new-emergency-drone-program https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/minneapolis-fire-department-prepares-to-add-three-new-pierce-enforcer-pumpers-to-front-line-fleet The department’s transition to Pierce custom chassis pumpers reflects a commitment to firefighter safety, operational efficiency and apparatus built specifically for urban fire service demands Thu, 28 May 2026 21:37:57 GMT https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-apparatus/minneapolis-fire-department-prepares-to-add-three-new-pierce-enforcer-pumpers-to-front-line-fleet 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