Technology

The Firehouse.com Technology category is a collection of news, education, product listings and resources for fire/rescue technology, including communications equipment, drones, mobile and desktop data devices and software, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence products.
Peter Matthews
Six Steps to Think Like a Strong Incident Commander
Incident Command

6 Steps to Think Like a Strong Incident Commander

March 18, 2025
Thomas Dunne believes even the most hectic fireground situations can be simplified and broken down into six basic steps for fire chiefs.
H2M architects + engineers
Using GIS to Site Stations and Improve Incident Response Times
Stations

Using GIS to Site Fire Stations and Improve Incident Response Times

March 18, 2025
Chris Kobos and Dennis Ross explain how geographic information systems can determine whether emergency response facilities are located where they are most needed.
The Monitoring Association
Adams County, Colo., Enhances Public Safety with Automated Secure Alarm Protocol Implementation
CAD/Dispatch Systems

Adams County, CO., Enhances Public Safety with Automated Secure Alarm Protocol Implementation

March 17, 2025
ADCOM911 serves a population of more than 500,000 residents in the cities of Brighton, Commerce City, Lochbuie, and Northglenn, as well as unincorporated Adams County.
Firehouse 2025 Innovation Awards
Operations & Training

Nominations Sought for Firehouse Innovation Awards

March 17, 2025
We are launching the 2025 Firehouse Innovation Awards to highlight the latest products to help firefighters carry out their duties.
Plainville Fire Department/Facebook
Plainville Fire Department Drone
Drones

Drone Finds Elderly Plainville, MA, Man in 17 Minutes

March 14, 2025
The victim was treated by Plainville firefighter/paramedics and transported for a check-up.