New Ferrara to serve Texas city
Posted on Fire Truck Blog 1 hour ago
A new Ferrara fire truck will soon be on the streets of Brownwood, Texas. The 2013 rig is a demo that cost the city $971,883, according to BrownwoodTX.com. From BrownwoodTX.com: Truck 1 — the Brownwood Fire Department’s newest acquisition — ...
Read More »Three Dead in Double School Bus Accident
Posted on SConFire.com 1 hour ago
SConFire.com CAD: Zoom 2014-12-02 16:30:00 | TN | KNOX CO|KNOXVILLE | MCI | ASHEVILLE HWY & JOHN SEVIER HWY | CRASH INV. 2 SCHOOL BUSES ON ASHEVILLE HWY AT JOHN SEVIER HIGHWAY|20 PTS|3 DOA UNK AGES|MULT AGENCIES WRKG| | SC-58 WLVT ...
Read More »Structure Fire in Warrenville
Posted on SConFire.com 2 hours ago
2014-12-01 20:39:00 | SC | AIKEN CO | WARRENVILLE | *STRUCTURE FIRE* | FORTUNE RD | 1900 HRS LFD AND M/A RESPONDED TO A SWMH WSF | UNITS ARRIVED O/S TO FIND SMOKE AND FIRE SHOWING | NO INJ REPORTED | ...
Read More »Vehicle vs Pole in Aiken County
Posted on SConFire.com 2 hours ago
SConFire.com CAD: 014-12-02 7:01 EST | SC | AIKEN CO | BELVEDERE |**MVA W/ SERIOUS INJ**| JOHNSON RD AT HWY 25 | 0430 BVFD O/L WITH CAR VS POLE | DRIVER SELF EXTRICATED THEN HIT BY PASSING VEHICLE | ...
Read More »Providence Firefighter Investigated for Gesture Made During Ferguson Protest
Posted on Fire Law Blog 2 hours ago
A Providence firefighter is under investigation for a gesture he allegedly made while on-duty during a protest held in front of Providence Fire Department Headquarters. The protest followed the decision of a Missouri grand jury not to indict Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson for the shooting of Michael Brown.
Read More »Working Structure Fire in Colleton County
Posted on SConFire.com 2 hours ago
A Colleton County home and detached garage at 505 Meeting House Lane were destroyed in an afternoon fire Monday 01-December. The home is located in an area referred to as the Pocket in the Maple Cane Community. At 12:53, Fire-Rescue ...
Read More »Caught on video: Arsonist almost burns dogs (oh yes, and some people too)
Posted on Statter911 5 hours ago
People and dogs escape injury as man lights hallway and stairwell on fire with gasoline
Read More »N.C. deputy fire chief dies of cancer complications
Posted on Fire Chief 6 hours ago
Ralph "Mike" Cobb, 60, had a long battler with cancer; he is survived by his wife and son
Read More »Firefighter sues former fire chief for stifling free speech
Posted on Fire Chief 6 hours ago
The lawsuit alleges a problematic work environment, one that not only put firefighters at risk but the people it serves as well
Read More »Former firefighter sues fire chief for stifling free speech
Posted on Fire Chief 6 hours ago
The lawsuit alleges a problematic work environment, one that not only put firefighters at risk but the people it serves as well
Read More »Holiday PSA from the Reno 911 guys
Posted on Rescue Humor 6 hours ago
Comedy Central has put together a Public Service announcement from the Reno 911 crew for the holiday season...
Read More »UPDATED: Firefighter now facing discipline for gesture supporting flag-burning Ferguson protest
Posted on Statter911 12 hours ago
Providence, RI officials says gesture incited crowd & could have caused danger to police
Read More »Obama’s Military Surplus for police Hypocrisy Revealed
Posted on Call the Cops 12 hours ago
It was announced yesterday that the Obama administration would start a review of police use of military surplus. This review has caused many police chiefs to be angered by blatant hypocrisy of the systems and quotas they are forced to meet.
Read More »Caught on video: Wall collapse at Waterloo, Iowa building fire
Helmet Cam: Jackson, MS House Fire
Posted on Fire Critic 13 hours ago
Helmet camera video from a house fire in Jackson, MS. One firefighter was injured during the fire.
Read More »Video: Truck Full of Spray Cans Burns After Wreck
Posted on Fire Critic 14 hours ago
A total of seven people were injured, including the driver of the truck, who could save them from the truck before the fire and was taken with serious injuries with an ambulance to a hospital. Four policemen and onlookers suffered minor injuries caused by the inhalation of smoke, a firefighter fainted at the accident site. According to current estimates, the federal highway Sunday Morning can be released before again as well as the danger of collapsing noise barrier must be removed.
Read More »Raw video from Los Angeles tire store fire
Early video: House fire behind firehouse in Meriden, CT
Posted on Statter911 22 hours ago
Fire company on another run when neighbor's home caught fire
Read More »VIDEO: Fire truck hits police helicopter in Chile
Posted on Fire Truck Blog 23 hours ago
A fire truck hit a police helicopter during an emergency call in Chile Sunday. The helicopter had landed to transport three injured police officers, SoyChile.cl and 9News.com.au reported. Seen at about 2 minutes into the video above, the fire truck was ...
Read More »UPDATED: Ambulance, tractor-trailer & 2 cars collide in Howard County, MD
How to lead a combo fire department
Posted on Fire Chief 1 day ago
As the career-volunteer fire department model gains popularity, here are some of the leadership pitfalls and how to avoid them
Read More »Every wonder what it’s like to watch a truck full of spray cans burn?
Helmet Cam: Roof Ops at PA House Fire
Posted on Fire Critic 1 day ago
Helmet camera video from a 2 alarm house fire in Shenandoah, PA.
Read More »Michigan Firefighter Sues Claiming First Amendment Retaliation
Posted on Fire Law Blog 1 day ago
A Michigan firefighter who was terminated after he circulated a petition to have another firefighter’s demotion reversed, has filed a federal lawsuit claiming the fire department and the fire chief violated his First Amendment rights.
Read More »Book Review: Blazing Obsession
Posted on Rescue Humor 1 day ago
Matador publishing out of the UK provided me with a copy of one of their new titles called Blazing Obsession.A novel about a serial arsonist and the long road to justice one of his victims must endure. This novel was ...
Read More »Helmet-cam video from Jackson, MS house fire
How the fire service assassinates its leaders
Posted on Fire Chief 1 day ago
The lessons from a literal assassination in November 1963 hold wisdom for overcoming the fire service's figurative leadership assassinations
Read More »Fire chief career crusher: A toxic relationship with the boss
Posted on Fire Chief 1 day ago
When personal relationships between fire chiefs and their bosses reach irreconcilable differences, the chief can start packing
Read More »Maine city may revert to separate fire, police chiefs
Posted on Fire Chief 1 day ago
The performance of the interim chiefs could convince them to revert back to having two chiefs
Read More »Firefighter sleep: 7 ways to improve your crews’ sleep and safety
Posted on Fire Chief 1 day ago
With sleep deprivation being directly linked to poor decision making, physical ability and communication, firefighters must be well rested
Read More »Close Call Helmet Cam: Firefighters Dodge Falling Power Lines at Carport Fire
Posted on Fire Critic 1 day ago
Richmond Fire Department, California: A few minutes of our evening with a close call with some live electrical power lines on a little fire we had post Thanksgiving. Fire was contained to the car port with no loss to the residential portion of the structure. (detached car port) Richmond fire crews Engine 62 & 67 make a very quick knock down successfully and a avoid any injuries to any firefighter or citizens.
Read More »Helmet Cam: House Fire Caught on Video (2 Videos)
Posted on Fire Critic 1 day ago
This is a two part helmet camera video. Not sure where this is from. All it says is HFD. Videos by: Firefighter Brandon. Video info: This is the beginning of the fire when I first got in scene. I apologize for ...
Read More »How fire chiefs can beat staffing cuts
Posted on Fire Chief 1 day ago
Showing the measurable results of cuts to fire department staffing is the only thing municipal leaders understand; here's how to make that case
Read More »Fitness Motivation Monday – December 1, 2014
Posted on Rescue Humor 1 day ago
Here it is Monday again… time for our gallery of FitCops, and FitFire personal to help motivate you for getting to the gym this week!
Read More »Several Townhouses Burn in Newark [Video]
Experts: ‘No weakness’ culture difficult for firefighters to face addiction
Posted on Fire Chief 1 day ago
The first of its kind treatment program caters to the unique stresses and needs of emergency responders
Read More »East Fallowfield Township Garage Fire
Second Alarm House Fire in Lower Moreland [Photos]
Drexel Hill House Fire
West Philadelphia House Fire
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