$55 Million Donation to Provide Pittsburgh with 13 New Fire Apparatus
The city of Pittsburgh will get eight new pumpers and five aerials thanks to donations from Highmark Health and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
West Metro, CO, Firefighter Moved to Rehab Facility after Critical Fall Injuries
Following weeks of hospitalization after a serious fall during training, West Metro firefighter Jarrod Leonard has been moved to a neurological rehabilitation facility.
Midland, TX, Oil, Gas Companies Adopt Fire Trucks to Remove PFAS Foam
Midland's oil and gas community is rallying to fund the removal of PFAS-laden foam and residue from fire apparatus at the cost of $25,000 per vehicle.
Man Arrested for Hit-and-Run of Bloomington, IL, Firefighter
A Bloomington man was arrested after intentionally driving through a crash scene, hitting a firefighter, and fleeing.
Council Nixes Purchase of Ottumwa, IA, Fire Department Pickups Over Budget, Process Questions
The Ottumwa City Council decided against purchasing two pickup trucks for the fire department, citing the lack of formal policies, leading to a reconsideration of their initial vote.
Three Dozen Names Added to World Trade Center Memorial Wall
The bronze monument now contains the names of 438 FDNY members who perished from 9/11-related illnesses.
Houses Proposed on West, TX, Plant Explosion Site
The developer, who met with the families of firefighters killed in the 2013 explosion, said the majority of West residents approve of his plan.
Historic Ross Fire in Texas Linked to Tire Blowout
The fire raging in North Texas has burned more than 90,000 acres, killed livestock and destroyed at least 157 structures.
Mutiny in Malibu Community Fire Brigade Sparks $10 Million Suit
The original Malibu brigade claims the new group is holding up millions in donations for fire prevention and equipment meant for them.
Chicago Firefighters Spray Swollen, Stuck Bridge
The bridge near Navy Pier malfunctioned during the heat Wednesday.
Ex-Prince George's County, MD, Firefighter Gets Jail for Child Pornography
"A firefighter is someone we call when we need help, which makes this defendant’s actions extremely disturbing," said Prince George's County State’s Attorney Tara Jackson.
Man Trapped in Garbage Truck Found by San Francisco Firefighters
An entire garbage truck of trash was dumped on a San Francisco street so firefighters could search for the screaming victim.
Supreme Court May Be Next Step for Bellingham, WA, Responders Axed over COVID-19 Shot
The terminated Bellingham employees, including firefighters, EMTs and cops, have filed a petition to have their case heard by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Palm Bay, FL, Lieutenant Fired after Investigation for Fabricating Paramedic Program Records
An investigation uncovered that Palm Bay Lt. Kevin Plunkett manipulated clinical records and hours, leading to his termination.
Damaged on 9/11, FDNY Ladder 9 Getting Facelift in Virginia
FDNY Ladder 9 is being refurbished by a member of the Virginia Fire Museum where Engine 33 is housed.
Murder Charges Filed after Deadly Blast at Sand Springs, OK, Pot Business
Two people were killed in the explosion at the marijuana extraction business in Tulsa County.
'Muzzling' Firefighters won't Solve Issues, Kansas City, KS, IAFF Says
Kansas City firefighters blame short staffing for the injuries to four firefighters.
'Guardian Angel' Honored for Saving Six FDNY Firefighters on 9/11
” Without us, Josephine (Harris) would not have made it. And we feel without Josephine, we would have died," said FDNY Firefighter Sal D'Agostino.
Worker Trapped in Trench Rescued in Oxford, MI
Oxford firefighters and other technical rescue crews worked for several hours to free the worker.
FDNY Pushing Feds to Add Cardiac, Cognitive Decline to List of 9/11 Illnesses
"These diseases have increased over and above what you would expect in aging," said Dr. David Prezant, FDNY WTC Health Program director.