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Cleveland was hazy Thursday from Canadian wildfire smoke.
Columbus fire stations struggle with broken air conditioning during extreme heat
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July 20, 2026
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As fire departments continue to focus on firefighter health and safety around fireground contaminants, this eHandbook dives into current and evolving firefighter PPE decontamination...
June 18, 2026
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May 14, 2026
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March 26, 2026

Podcasts

Videos

Ex-Fire Chief, Deputy Chief Sue Stavely, AB, for Wrongful Termination
The two claim they were fired after raising safety concerns in the Stavely Volunteer Fire Department.
July 17, 2026
Firefighters give oxygen to pigeon after smoke inhalation from fire
The bird, who approached Oakland firefighters, flew away after getting oxygen through a tiny mask.
July 16, 2026
Bel Air house explosion: NTSB cites missed gas leak calls
The call center agent for Baltimore Gas Electric said he fell asleep after drinking an alcoholic beverage before his shift, the NTSB reported.
July 16, 2026
'Seriously, we're encased in flames now,' Canadian Railroader Says as Massive Wildfire Surrounds Train
The crew trapped aboard the Canadian National Railway train in Armstrong, ON, was safely evacuated.
July 16, 2026

Operations & Training

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SFPE Debuts 6th Edition of Handbook of Fire Protection Engineering
The SFPE Handbook's sixth edition addresses critical issues like lithium-ion battery fires, sustainable fire protection strategies and risk analysis.
July 17, 2026
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Ricochet, NVFC Offer PPE to Volunteer Fire Departments
Ricochet and the NVFC collaborate to provide essential PPE to volunteer emergency responders through a structured grant program.
July 17, 2026
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Haze from Canadian fires obscures the view of the skyline looking down Woodward Avenue in Detroit on July 15.
Minneapolis was second followed by Toronto, according to a Swiss air quality technology company.
July 16, 2026
Watch: Oakland County, MI, Deputy Rescues Boys from House Fire
Orion Township firefighters rescued a dog from the house during the operation.
July 15, 2026

Leadership

Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones to retire after city reviews bureau's management
"This is not the end of my career; it is just the end of a chapter. Time to turn the page," Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones said.
July 16, 2026
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Rural Deltana Volunteer Fire Department officers learned their insurance policies had been canceled, forcing them to shut down.
July 15, 2026
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Retired Prince George's County, MD, Firefighter who Sexually Abused Teens, Walks Free
"You don't care at all," Judge Gladys Weatherspoon told retired Firefighter John Inman, who abused teens in the Hyattsville fire station.
July 15, 2026
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Impasse Continues Between Volunteer Fire Companies and Norwich, CT
“The city has once again chosen to conduct negotiations through the media, rather than complete the private discussions already underway,” Yantic fire officials wrote in a statement...
July 14, 2026

Stations

Paramedic accused of lewd acts faces plea deal offer (GRAPHIC)
Christopher Carroll, 36, is accused of masturbating in an ambulance, on equipment, in a pot of chili and in bottles of juice and soap.
July 10, 2026
Burnin' Down the House
'Burnin' Down the House' is a documentary that looks into the real conditions inside aging firehouses, from water damage and asbestos to mold.
Filmmaker Tommy Dwyer, rooted in a family of firefighters, sheds light on the physical and mental toll of firefighters from conditions in aging fire stations in "Burnin' Down ...
July 9, 2026
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The Grassy Fork Volunteer Fire Department's fireworks sales began in 2011 to address financial challenges and have since funded a new fire station, trucks and equipment.
Fireworks purchases significantly contributed to the growth of the Grassy Fork Volunteer Fire Department, funding new stations and equipment.
July 9, 2026
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July 8, 2026

Safety & Health

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Streamlight Enhances Vantage Helmet Light
The Streamlight Vantage helmet light offers improved ergonomics, increased candela and easy battery swaps, making it ideal for firefighting environments.
July 17, 2026
Mental Health Programs Now Available to New Hampshire Volunteer Responders
New Hampshire is the first state in the country to extend a program to volunteer firefighters and EMTs.
July 16, 2026
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After Response, Deep Creek Lake, MD, Firefighter Dies of Cardiac Event
Deep Creek Volunteer Fire Company Chief Engineer Eugene Cervi died hours after he assisted at a water rescue.
July 15, 2026
A flag flies outside Wabasha Fire Department in honor of two firefighters killed in a boat collision Saturday night.
“We are grateful to our first responder community, especially the Wabasha Fire Department who supported the search and rescue operations even while this tragedy hit hard on a ...
July 15, 2026

Careers & Education

Wildfires in historic Fontainebleau forest near Paris in July 2026
About 850 firefighters are involved in the forest fire operations south of Paris.
July 15, 2026
East Chicago, IN, Firefighters Get $1.2M in First Amendment Suit
The firefighters said they faced retaliation from the East Chicago mayor when they backed his opponent.
July 14, 2026
Maple Grove fire chief charged with allegedly sexually assaulting a teenager
The alleged incident occurred in 2017 when Maddison M. Zikmund was a firefighter with the Spring Lake Park-Blaine-Mounds View Fire Department.
July 13, 2026
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Randolph Mantooth championed efforts, from funding to training, for EMS providers and firefighters after starring in the 1970s television show 'Emergency!'.
Gary Ludwig, who authored Firehouse's EMS column for over two decades, reflects on the loss of friend and actor Randolph Mantooth, who launched many fire and EMS careers.
July 11, 2026