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Pumper, Bus Crash in Colorado Springs, CO, Sends Nine to Hospital
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Philadelphia officials gather at the entrance of Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where three Philadelphia police officers were taken after being shot by a retired firefighter.
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After helping Capt. Micki Guy following her fall from an apparatus responding to a call, several Glens Falls firefighters received a letter of commendation.
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Odessa Fire Rescue Lt. Isai Huerta died Sunday battling a residential trailer fire. He was one of three firefighters injured when fire conditions changed.
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Podcasts

Videos

12 Dead as Plane Filled with Skydivers Crashes Upon Take Off from Bates County, KS, Airport
The pilot and 11 people involved with skydiving died in the plane crash at Butler Memorial Airport.
June 14, 2026
Chief: Minimal Water Available from First Hydrant Tapped at Massive Tracy, CA, Warehouse Fire
The Tracy fire chief said firefighters encountered little pressure from the private fire hydrant, adding the fire is expected to burn for days.
June 13, 2026
Assessment of Virginia fire department highlights concerns over culture
An assessment study of the department with recommendations was released the day after Lynchburg appointed Brad Creasy the new fire chief.
June 12, 2026
Four Rescued from Six Flags Ride in Eureka, MO
Firefighters, park staff and a crane operator had trained recently for rescues, Eureka Fire Chief Scott Barthelmass said.
June 12, 2026

Operations & Training

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The report from the International Association of Fire Fighters says the Houston Fire Department needs to add 65 ambulances to keep up with the demand. During the study, more than half of Houston's ambulances and medic units were unavailable when new medical emergencies came in.
As the city of Houston grows, a report from the International Association of Fire Fighters says the department lack needs staffing and resources.
June 13, 2026
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A small brush fire on the perimeter of Six Flags Magic Mountain Thursday prompted the Valencia amusement park to briefly close two roller coasters.
Two roller coasters at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia were shut down as firefighters contained the brush fire.
June 13, 2026
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Four Buildings Destroyed in Nation's Capital
Firefighters from several jurisdictions joined D.C. Fire and EMS crews to extinguish the blaze in the mixed-use structures.
June 12, 2026
Massive fire hits Medline Industries facility in Tracy; surrounding warehouses evacuated
Tracy Fire Chief Randall Bradley said firefighters encountered water issues and explosions during the operation that will continue for days.
June 12, 2026

Leadership

Fort Smith Fire Chief opts to close Pumper 11, eliminates several positions
Fort Smith Fire Chief Darrell Clark called it one of the toughest decisions of his career.
June 11, 2026
17 Gaines Township Fire Department employees walk out
Despite overwhelming support from firefighters, Interim Fire Chief Scott Mangrum didn't get the job.
June 11, 2026
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Wildfire Impact on Pristine Santa Rosa Island, CA, Investigated
"It's not like we have fire engines out there...We had to rely on hotshot crews and small 10-person teams," said Kelly Singer, acting deputy fire chief of the U.S. Wildland Fire...
June 10, 2026
Ex-Gregg Township, IN, Deputy Fire Chief Hid Cameras in Station
A victim said Gregg Township fire officials encouraged her to retract her accusations about the incident.
June 10, 2026

Stations

Columbus, OH, OKs
“It’s like the fire department needs surgery and we’re putting a band-aid on it," said Kayleigh Smith, the daughter of a retired Columbus captain.
June 9, 2026
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The Taftville Fire Department was shuttered by the city of Norwich, with the mayor saying the department did not follow operational policies and created safety concerns.
After 109 years of service, the Taftville Fire Company's station and apparatus were seized by Norwich officials.
June 7, 2026
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Station Design Conference 2027 will take place at the Renaissance at SeaWorld in Orlando, FL. The 1-on-One Sessions will be held May 17 and the conference and expo takes place May 18-20.
This year's Station Design Conference featured more than 40 classes, 100 exhibitors and four days of networking focused on fire and police facility design.
June 4, 2026
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The 2026 Firehouse Innovation Awards will recognize the most groundbreaking solutions, products and services that enhance the way fire departments provide critical services to their communities.
The 2026 Firehouse Innovation Awards honor groundbreaking products and services that enhance fire and rescue operations, encouraging manufacturers to showcase their latest products...
June 3, 2026

Safety & Health

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Searsmont Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Woodbury, 76, died June 14 at a hospital. He was among 12 people injured on May 15 in a fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber.
Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Woodbury died a month after he was injured by an explosion and fire at Robbins Lumber, which also claimed the life of a Morrill firefighter.
June 14, 2026
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Seelyville Fire Chief Dies after Final Call
On Monday night after assisting a patient, Seelyville Fire Chief Harold Osborn, 51, collapsed and died.
June 10, 2026
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New Haven, CT, Firefighter/Paramedic Mourned after Dying During Surgery
"More New Haveners are alive and well thanks to Firefighter (Paramedic Thomas) Kochera," said Mayor Justin Elicker.
June 9, 2026
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San Jose Firefighter Pocketed Over $1M in Overtime in Three Years
In 2025, San Jose Fire Engineer Spence Piercy earned $437,337 in overtime last year, twice his base pay.
June 9, 2026

Careers & Education

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Baltimore County, MD, Firefighter Indicted for Attempted Rape of Co-worker
Firefighter Xavier Dove was suspended from operations in Baltimore and Howard counties after his arrest last month.
June 9, 2026
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SFPE Reveals Program and Speakers for 2026 Annual Conference & Expo
The 2026 SFPE Annual Conference & Expo in Atlanta, Oct. 6-8, offers fire safety professionals a platform to network and learn about emerging technologies.
June 8, 2026
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The Firehouse Yak: Michael Hildebrand – Inside the Yvorra Leadership Development Foundation
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Peter Matthews talks with Michael Hildebrand from the Yvorra Leadership Development Foundation, which provides scholarships to members of the fire/rescue service who are focused...
June 8, 2026
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Electronic Devices in Play in Deadly Pedestrian Crash Involving Cottleville, MO, Fire Captain
While responding in a department vehicle, the Cottleville Fire Protection District captain was using three electronic devices when he hit and killed a woman, who was on her cell...
June 8, 2026