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Calif. Inmate Firefighter Seriously Injured Battling Wildfire

February 25, 2016

She was hit by a falling rock on a rugged Malibu ridge.

Soaring Firefighter Suicides Focus of Documentary

Iowa Arsonist Arrested Again, Hours Before Sentencing

Man Convicted in Deadly Ind. Explosion

Two Killed in Wash. Home Blast

FDNY EMS Calls Increased Six Percent in 2015

Ind. Fire Departments Want More Share of Timber Revenues

Ohio Chief Wants Officers Disciplined for Beer Party at Station

Pierce Enforcer Selected to Support Oregon Hazmat Teams

February 25, 2016

From PIERCE MFG.

Pierce has delivered two Pierce Enforcer HazMat vehicles to serve with the Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal’s (OSFM) statewide Regional Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Teams System.

The Business Behind Firefighting

FLIR Helps Create the World's First Thermal Imaging Smartphone

From FLIR SYSTEMS, INC.

FLIR Systems, Inc. announced that Bullitt Group will integrate FLIR’s Lepton microcamera in the new Cat S60, creating the world’s first thermal imaging smartphone.

'Called to Care' is This Year's EMS STRONG’S Theme

February 25, 2016

From EMS WORLD

The American College of Emergency Physicians and the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), announces this year’s EMS STRONG theme: “Called to Care."

Bloomingdale, N.Y., Adds Pumper-Tanker to Fire Fleet

Bloomingdale, N.Y., Fire Department recently added a brand new Toyne pumper-tanker to its growing fleet.

Man Convicted in Deadly Ind. Blast

The 2012 explosion in Indianapolis' Richmond Hill neighborhood killed Dion and Jennifer Longworth.

Deadly Twister Hits Virginia

Two men and a toddler were killed in Waverly, Va. Wednesday as a tornado roared through the area. Another person in Virginia also was killed.

Toddler Dies in N.Y. Fire; Mom Charged

February 24, 2016

FDNY firefighters found her under a bed.

Tornadoes Slam Gulf States

Tornadoes and severe weather ripped through the Gulf Coast on Tuesday, mangling trailers at an RV park and ripping off roofs from buildings. Authorities say at least three people are dead.

Fla. Men Recall Dramatic Rescue Attempt

February 24, 2016

They were cut crawling through debris, but couldn't reach the woman in time.

Md. Self Storage Facility Burns

At least two small explosions occurred as Prince George's County firefighters tackled a fire in several units at Fort Knox Storage Facility in Upper Marlboro. A candle fell behind a worktable in one of the lockers, and there was a delay in calling 911.

Westerly, R.I., Gets Special Hazards Heavy Rescue

The Westerly, R.I. Fire Department recently took delivery of a special hazards heavy rescue built by SVI Trucks on a Spartan Motors cab and chassis.

TV Series Will Highlight Md. Firefighters

A new television series aims to improve the image of Baltimore through the stories of retired heroes. The series, "Baltimore Heat" would tell the story of the city's firefighers.

Ariz. Firefighters Dodged Bullets at Deadly Blaze

Tactics were anything but routine for Phoenix firefighters Tuesday afternoon. Shots were fired at responders who answered a call for help.

Photos: Ore. Firefighters Tackle Attic Fire

Portland Fire & Rescue crews cut holes in the roof to ventilate the structure.

Ex-firefighter Gets Five Years for Setting Calif. Wildfires

February 24, 2016

He once used a time delay incendiary device to start about 30 wildfires.

Candles Blamed in Fire at Calif. Buddhist Temple, Houses

February 24, 2016

Four monks and seven visitors scrambled for their lives as a three-alarm inferno gutted a Buddhist temple in Oakland.

Man Dies in Ill. House Fire

February 24, 2016

Careless smoking started the Chicago fire.

Mo. Firefighters Rescue One from Fire

Firefighters found smoke coming from the house in southeast Kansas City Tuesday afternoon.

Ga. Firefighters, Deputies Charged with Theft of Items From Crash

February 23, 2016

The deputies were fired, while the firefighters were suspended without pay.

Five Dead in Ariz. Fire; Crews Fired Upon

February 23, 2016

Three police officers suffered smoke inhalation.

Five Killed in Ariz. Dispute, Fire

The suspect shot at responding Phoenix officers and firefighters.

Pa. Officers Recall Saving Family from Fire

A family including two adults and five children is extremely grateful to two Plum officers who risked their own lives to save them from a burning home.

Oshkosh Striker Vehicles Delivered to 17 Airports in Mexico

February 23, 2016

From OSHKOSH AIRPORT PRODUCTS

Oshkosh Airport Productshas delivered 17 Oshkosh Striker Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles to airports operated by Grupo Aeroportuario Del Pacífico, S.A.B. de C.V (GAP) in Mexico.

Houses Burn Near Ky. Firehouse

A Louisville fire lieutenant dumping trash smelled smoke, and discovered a house fire just down the street from the station. The fast-moving fire in the Shelby Park neighborhood spread to two homes.

Raw: Fire Takes Over Calif. Warehouse

Firefighters in the Los Angeles County unincorporated community of Rancho Dominguez, Calif. battled a two-alarm fire that completely engulfed a commercial structure in flames on Monday night.