Listen: Collapse Leads to Mayday for Firefighters Trapped in Steele Creek, NC, House
Firefighters called mayday several times before Steele Creek command acknowledged them after a stairwell collapsed.
Retired Newark, NJ, Firefighter Saluted for Century of Trips Around Sun
"It feels no different than when I was 68," retired Newark Capt. Ted Popovich said.
Orland, IL, Fire Chief Quits after Four Months
The fire district board is being criticized for not telling the public about Orland Fire Chief Kevin Doyle's resignation.
The Firefighters Are 'Fired Up' for 2026 Baseball Season
The Firefighters, part of the Banana Ball Championship League, walk into their 2026 season today.
Two Boonville, NY, Firefighters Hurt in Church Blast Still Critical
Fire Chief David Pritchard and a minister also injured in the Boonville church explosion were released from the hospital.
'Toxic' Culture Leads to Exodus of Officers, Firefighters In Farmington, CA
Seasoned officers that pulled the plugs on their careers in Farmington include captains and several chiefs.
House Explosion Leaves Mom, Child Seriously Burned in Taunton, MA
The mother went back into the burning house to save her child, Taunton Fire Chief Steven Lavigne said.
When Is It Time to Step Down as the Volunteer Fire Chief?
Eric Felker provides five questions the answers to which can provide clarity regarding the decision about when fire chiefs of volunteer fire departments should step aside from the position.
Back to Drawing Board for Contractor, City over Fayetteville, NC, Fire Station Project
A city-hired consultant recommended that the Fayetteville station be demolished after finding several flaws.
Campfire Blamed for Sparking Blaze that Destroyed Railroad Bridge in Lincoln, NE
The bridge that was nearly 100 years old was made of heavy timber, Lincoln fire officials reported.
Residents Protest Fire Department Changes in Norwich, CT
Some are requesting Norwich Fire Chief Sam Wilson and City Manager John Salomone resign amid turmoil in the local fire departments.
Wilson Borough, PA, Firefighter who Fell off Ladder Returns Home
Firefighter Bobby Lewullis, who called a mayday at the Easton fire, has no recollection of the fall.
Lack of Transparency Among Issues Cited by Board Against Loveland, CO, Fire Rescue Chief
Suspended Loveland Fire Rescue Chief Tim Sendelbach said now is not the time to defend himself against insubordination and other claims by the board.
Pizza-Loving Pittsburgh Paramedic Retires after Swap Goes Awry
One of the highest wage earners in Pittsburgh reportedly traded stolen medical gloves for pizza.
Destructive Leadership and Resource Depletion in the Fire Service
Kristopher Blume explains how fire department leadership can mitigate member burnout and diminishing motivation and provide psychological safety within their organization.
Watch: Vehicle Strikes Vendors on Los Angeles Sidewalk
Six people were injured, two seriously, when the SUV careened down the sidewalk in Los Angeles.
Bat Cave, NC, Fire Chief to be Honored at State of Union Address
Longtime Fire Chief Steve Freeman said the recognition for the life-saving work during Hurricane Helene belongs to everyone in Bat Cave.
In Suit, Ousted Los Angeles Fire Chief Accuses Mayor of Retaliation
Former Fire Chief Kristin Crowley claims in a whistleblower lawsuit that Mayor Karen Bass shifted the city's shortcomings for the wildfire issues to her.
Probe of East Alton, IL, Strip Mall Fire Underway
East Alton firefighters, who were called for a dumpster fire, found heavy fire showing from the structure.
Boy Gets Lift from Wichita, KS, Crew to Visit Hospitalized Firefighter Dad
The Clark County firefighter, injured at a brush fire last week, is in a burn unit at a Wichita hospital.