Sterling Virginia house explosion

Former Propane Worker Charged in VA House Blast That Killed Firefighter

The house explosion in Sterling led to the death of volunteer firefighter Trevor Brown, significant injuries to 11 first responders, and $2.5 million in damages.
Commercial fire

Downtown Blue Ridge Commercial Building Fire

James M. Cornelius recounts some lessons from his fire department's response to a 2023 fire at Danielle Café in Blue Ridge, Georgia.
Sterling Virginia home explosion

Initial Findings from VA Blast That Killed Firefighter Released

Uncontained propane from an underground tank migrated into and around a structure and was ignited by an unknown ignition source.
Loudon County Virginia Firefighter Trevor Brown

Mayday, Firefighter Killed in Sterling (VA) House Explosion

One firefighter was killed in a home explosion that sent multiple other victims, including several firefighters, to various area hospitals.
Firefighters arrive on scene at Long Island fire

Firefighters Contend with Explosion, Collapse at Long Island (NY) Fire

Bryan Lopez shares some photos of firefighters working at a recent Long Island fire that involved explosions and a collapse.
Firefighters pull hoselines from a rig, ready to combat the fire

Photos: Firefighters Control Massive Multi-Alarm Fire in Schodack, NY

Sidewinder Photography shared some photos from a recent multiple-alarm fire in a commercial garage in Schodack, New York.

Incident Planning Meeting: Yes, You Can

Jerry Knapp examines how a quick planning meeting and understanding of leaders' roles during a large-scale hazmat incident resulted in a successful outcome.