The Day the Church Fell
Mark Waters recaps the New London (CT) Fire Department’s experience fighting a fire that led to a church collapse.
15 min read
Reading the Fireground: Tactical Comprehension
It’s crucial to focus on honing fundamental firefighting techniques. But to progress, you must also learn when to apply those techniques.
15 min read
Poultry Truck Crashes Into Parked Car, Bursts Into Flames in NJ
A parked poultry truck stuffed with frozen chicken lost its brakes Wednesday morning, rocketed down a hill, and smashed into another vehicle.
2 min read
Residents Flee Fire at Pismo Beach (CA) Housing Complex
A fire displaced at least seven people living in a Pismo Beach housing complex.
2 min read
One Boat Sinks, Another Damaged in CA Yacht Harbor Fire
A fire at an Alameda harbor early Wednesday damaged two of the boats there but did not cause any injuries, fire officials said.
FDIC 2025 Preview: Do You Have What It Takes To Be a Training Officer?
This class from Dave McGlynn is rooted in the lessons learned from working with a diverse group of training officers.
Humpday Hangout: From Command to Community
Hosts Frank Ricci and P.J. Norwood are joined by guests Sam Peña and Otto Drozd to explore several critical issues facing the fire service today.
The Fire That Changed Everything
Ron Kanterman reflects on the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire and its legacy for New York City and the U.S. fire service.
7 min read
What Might Our Future Hold: The Can and the Hoseline
Dennis Rubin considers the place of the pressurized water fire extinguisher in modern firefighting operations.
9 min read
Occupied Until Proven Vacant: The Bigger Picture of Search Culture
Firefighters must consider every building as occupied until proven vacant, says Tyler Prater, and cultivate a more effective search culture.
13 min read
Training Minutes: Building Constructon: Old Bank Building
In this Training Minutes video, Glenn Corbett and Paul Dansbach examine some of the firefighting concerns unique to older bank buildings in downtown areas.
1 min read
Drawn by Fire: Gustin!
Paul Combs pays tribute to the late Bill Gustin, captain with Miami-Dade (FL) Fire Rescue and fire service legend.
1 min read
Fire Engineering Magazine: Latest Issues
FE Volume 178 Issue 3
Check out some firefighter training articles from the March 2025 issue of Fire Engineering, which focuses on truck company work.
3 min read
FE Volume 178 Issue 2
Read firefighter training articles from the February 2025 issue of Fire Engineering, which focuses on fire apparatus.
3 min read
FE Volume 178 Issue 1
Read firefighting articles from the January 2025 issue of Fire Engineering, including Jerry Tracy on “smoke skills,” Matt Trudeau on sheltering in place, and more.
4 min read
Upcoming
Mar 31
Serving After Service As A Firehouse Subs Franchisee
March 31, 2025 – 2pm ET | Firehouse Subs is offering an exciting franchising opportunity that allows you to keep serving after service—this time, as a Firehouse Subs franchisee.
Sponsored By:
Firehouse Subs
Firehouse Subs
Upcoming
Apr 22
Be Kind: The Whys and Hows of an Inclusive Firehouse
April 22, 2025 – 12pm ET | In this webcast, participants will engage in a direct, no-nonsense exploration of camaraderie and respect within the fire station. Grounded in solid research, this course confronts the often-blurred lines between banter and disrespect. Participants will delve into the “Disrespectful Behavior Triangle,” recognizing intentional incivility as the bedrock of toxic workplace dynamics.
Sponsored By:
FirstNet, Built with AT&T
FirstNet, Built with AT&T
Upcoming
Apr 23
Real Stories, Real Impact: How to Build an Effective Community Program
April 23rd, 2025 – 12pm ET | What if fire and EMS services could do more than respond to emergencies? What if they could prevent them, protect their communities, and enhance overall public health? Community health programs are making this a reality, transforming the way agencies serve their cities and towns.
Sponsored By:
ImageTrend
ImageTrend
Mar 21
PPE: What Every Firefighter Should Know
Watch now! | Learn what your PPE cannot do, proving it is not anything “proof.” The webcast will also cover a step-by-step method on how to specify, bid, and place in-service PPE, as well as the proper cleaning and care of your PPE.
Sponsored By:
MSA Safety – Globe Products
MSA Safety – Globe Products
