Fireworks Ban, Arrests Amid Deadly Nightclub Fire in Goa, India
The fire that killed at least 25 was linked to electric fireworks triggered through pyro guns.
St. Charles County, MO, Medic Dies after On-Duty Medical Issue
Lt. Sarah McCarthy, a decorated paramedic, worked closely with special needs pediatric patients in the St. Charles County Ambulance District.
Firehouse Labs: Ansell AlphaTec Hazmat Suit
Firehouse Labs asked the Nashville Fire Department to assist it in the evaluation of Ansell's AlphaTec Phantom hazmat suit. The takeaway: Solid, functional, well designed in numerous ways and user-friendly. Substantial consideration of technician needs wa…
Cause of Three-Alarm Building Fire in Fort Worth, TX, Probed
Fort Worth firefighters found heavy fire coming from the roof Wednesday morning.
Elyria, OH, Considering Fire-Based EMS, Ditching Provider
A study shows Elyria could pocket more than $1 million to provide EMS.
After 15 Years, Fire Station Reopens in St. Paul, MN
The ceremony at the downtown station was one of the last events for St. Paul Fire Chief Butch Inks, who retires in a few weeks.
Ex-Burns Flat, OK, EMS Director Charged with Stealing Drugs
Jessica Perriman also is accused of stealing medications while working as a medic at Survival Flight's Altus base.
Jury Awards $1M to East Amherst, NY, Fire Company for 'Deceit' by Former Law Firm
Jurors deliberated for about an hour before finding in favor of Swormville Fire Company.
Changes to Safeguard Drugs Suggested at San Jose, CA, Fire Department
The audit of practices came after a veteran San Jose captain was arrested for tampering and theft of medications.
Firefighter Says Los Angeles Port a Spark Away from Disaster
An extensive list of firefighting equipment issues has been found on Los Angeles' fire boats.
RIT and Resources in Commercial Building Fires
Curt Isakson reminds that fires at commercial buildings are bigger, hotter, faster and more complex than fires at residences and that fireground commanders must plan for fire flow, staff rotation, RIT deployment and relief companies.
Columbus, OH, Fire Chief Faces Termination for Handling of Fatal Engine Crash Probe
Fire Chief Jeff Happ was charged by Columbus officials with neglect of duty after an independent investigation.
Flames Destroy Vehicles at Bethlehem, PA, Lot
Hazmat crews were called to handle fuel leaks and propane tanks.
The Firehouse Yak: John Lewis and Robert Moran – Basement Fires and Hidden Dangers Below
Peter Matthews is joined by Robert Moran and John Lewis of the Jersey Guys to talk basement fire tactics considering recent firefighter death reports and lawsuits.
FDNY Planning Special Events for 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Attack
Plans include a ceremony at a Staten Island ballpark, a new emblem and release of a new film about Father Mychal Judge.
Watch: FDNY Firefighters Battling Building Blaze in Manhattan
Heavy fire was blowing out of windows on the sixth floor about 8:20 a.m., FDNY crews said.
South Hunt County, TX, Deputy Fire Chief Killed in Off-duty Crash
Deputy Fire Chief Austin Cooley was driving home from work as a Kaufman police officer when the crash occurred.
Fireworks Company Responsible for Deadly Blast in Esparto, CA, Fined $221K
Seven workers perished at the Esparto fireworks plant where state officials found 15 serious violations.
Dad, Four Kids Killed in Trailer Fire in Porterville, CA
Porterville firefighters were unable to rescue the victims that included children, who ranged from 18 months to 5 years.
Columbus, OH, Chief Facing Sanctions for Probe of Fatal Fire Rig Crash
Fire Chief Jeff Happ upheld an internal committee's decision that no one was at fault in the Columbus crash that left a civilian dead.