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The Idaho Falls Fire Department (IFFD) formally marked the grand opening of Fire Station 6 now, with a ceremonial hose uncoupling at 2767 N. Spitfire St.  The event signifies the completion of construction and the official opening of a new fire station on Idaho Falls’ north side, which will support emergency response in a rapidly growing area of the community. Investment in the safety and well-being “The opening of Fire Station 6 represents a critical investment in the safe...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced a new round of major facility advancements across its Appleton, Wisconsin, manufacturing operations. Building on a multi-year modernization initiative launched in 2022, and the company’s long history of focusing on innovation and reinvestment, these strategic investments are designed to expand production capacity which will enable faster delivery of high-quality fire apparatus to fire departments. Pierce’s long-t...

The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded early this morning, Dec. 14, to a vegetation fire at the Bonneville County Hatch Pit, located at East 33rd North and Recycle Road. Around 2:44 a.m., dispatch received a call reporting flames that appeared to be 20 feet tall coming from the site. Upon arrival, fire crews discovered a large pallet and a wood pile engulfed in flames, rather than the active trash pit. The cause of the fire is unknown. Primary objective of preventing the fire The burning p...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced now it has delivered its 4,000th Pierce Ultimate Configuration (PUC™) Pump. The milestone order and delivery, purchased through Pierce dealer Hughes Fire Equipment, goes into service with the Clark County Fire Department (CCFD) in Nevada. Pierce’s PUC pump, first introduced in 2007, redefined traditional fire apparatus design by eliminating the need for a pumphouse. Available on pumpers, rescue pumpers, tankers, a...

A person has died in a fire at Quaker's Hill, in Sydney's west. The blaze took hold in a garage attached to a home in Mannix Place just after 6.15 pm.Eight fire trucks rushed to the single-storey home where firefighters, wearing breathing apparatus, attacked the flames and thick, black smoke. Authorities discovered a body inside the garage. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators Two other people suffered smoke inhalation at the scene. They were treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics.  Fi...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews are at the scene of a multi-vehicle pile-up on the M1 Motorway at Mooney Mooney. Five FRNSW trucks, along with the Rural Fire Service, rushed to the scene of two separate crashes near the north-bound M1 off-ramp after reports of a motorist possibly trapped in the wreckage around 11.20 am. No reports of serious injuries In the first crash, four cars collided, while moments later, a second impact occurred, involving three more vehicles. The wreckage blocked al...

Two people, who survived a light plane crash this morning near Wentworth, in the state's far south-west, are now being treated in hospital for minor injuries. The 'Jabiru' ultralight lost power just before midday now forcing the pilot to attempt a landing in a flooded paddock near the Silver City Highway and the Wentworth aerodrome. The plane clipped trees and crash-landed. Fire and Rescue NSW crews Fire and Rescue NSW crews from Wentworth reached the pilot and his passenger on foot, work...

Oshkosh Airport Products, a division of Pierce Manufacturing Inc. and an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) has placed an order for an Oshkosh Striker 6x6 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle. The vehicle will join the airport’s fully Oshkosh-equipped ARFF fleet and continue a trusted partnership which began more than two decades ago.  Guadalajara International Airport first acquired an Oshkosh ARFF in 2002 and operates a r...

Indo Firex is taking strategic steps to reinforce its position as Indonesia’s pioneering platform for fire protection, rescue, disaster management, safety, and occupational health. In line with the government’s renewed commitment to strengthening the national Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) system, Indo Firex 2026 Expo & Forum is focused on delivering the latest global innovations that support the evolving needs of Indonesia’s safety and emergency response sectors. E...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews are responding to a fire which engulfed a truck before spreading into bushland in South Windsor, north-west of Sydney, this afternoon. The vehicle was loaded with highly-flammable hand sanitizer when it erupted in flames while parked on a property on George St, just before 2:30pm. Strong winds fanned the blaze, causing it to quickly spread over several acres. The fire went on to destroy a second truck and a storage shed, and at one stage burned close to a neigh...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have battled explosions and large blaze in a vehicle scrap yard at Trenayr, north of Grafton, in the state's northern rivers district. More than 15 fire trucks responded to the emergency in Trenayr Road, just before 6pm. The fire took hold in rows of scrapped cars, stacked up to 10 vehicles high, and sent a large plume of black, toxic smoke into the sky. A firefighter received a head injury whilst fighting the blaze. She was admitted to hospital for observatio...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have evacuated around 50 people during a gas leak in a North Sydney apartment building. It's believed workers severed a gas main at the William Street site, just before 12.30pm. NSW Police helped firefighters from Crows Nest and Neutral Bay to clear the adjacent building. The fire crews have established two lines of hose as a protective measure and are monitoring atmospheric levels as gas company technicians attempt to repair the leak, which could take some tim...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have stopped a major fire from destroying a public school overnight at Orange in the state's central west. The blaze took hold on the top floor of a two-story building in the Maxwell Avenue school around 10.30pm, causing the roof to collapse. Seven FRNSW trucks and four Rural Fire Service tankers rushed to the scene where a number of classrooms and the school's library were ablaze. Support from NSW Police, NSW Ambulance NSW Police, NSW Ambulance and energy c...

Oshkosh Airport Products, an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced that six new Striker Volterra 6x6 Electric Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles are officially in service at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). This milestone highlights DFW’s position as one of the first airports in the nation to adopt electric drive ARFF technology, while advancing its mission to support high-performance, sustainable operations. The new Striker Volterra Electric ARFF vehicles...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced the Columbus Division of Fire in Columbus, Ohio, has placed an order for two Pierce Ascendant® 107’ Heavy-Duty Tiller Aerial Ladders and two Pierce Enforcer™ Pumpers. The order, secured through Pierce dealer Atlantic Emergency Solutions, emphasizes the department’s dedication to equipping its crews with fire apparatus tailored for high call volume and diverse emergency response needs across the city...

Using UL 300 fire suppression systems and adhering to NFPA’s fire safety standards for commercial kitchens will significantly reduce the fire risks. These guidelines, grounded in research on the most common causes of kitchen fires, include both preventative measures and rapid-response solutions to extinguish fires if they occur. Following NFPA recommendations helps create a safer, cleaner, and more efficient kitchen environment. It goes over key fire prevention strategies for commercial...

Oshkosh Airport Products, a division of Pierce Manufacturing Inc. and an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) has taken delivery of a new Oshkosh Striker 6x6 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle. The addition expands the airport’s fully Oshkosh-equipped ARFF fleet and reinforces its commitment to the highest standards of operational safety and emergency readiness. Punta Cana International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the Car...

Colombia has become the first country in Latin America to strengthen its National Disaster Risk Management System through the implementation of a national wildfire detection program using satellite technology. This initiative results from a new partnership between the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD) and OroraTech, a pioneer in wildfire intelligence, via its local representative, GeoSpatial. OroraTech’s WFS platform The agreement marks the start of a national pilot pro...

Fire Truck Solutions (“FTS”) and Performance Truck Repair (“PTR”) are proud to announce a new strategic partnership to enhance sales and support of REV Fire Group’s E-ONE fire and emergency vehicles throughout Southern California. This partnership combines FTS’s growing sales network with PTR’s decades of aftermarket expertise to deliver a comprehensive solution for Southern California’s fire departments. E-ONE fire trucks in Southern California...

When it comes to protecting the business, one of the most crucial elements is having a reliable fire alarm monitoring system in place. Fire alarm monitoring services not only ensure that the premises are protected from potential fire hazards but also provide peace of mind, knowing that trained professionals are watching over the business 24/7. Understanding Fire Alarm Monitoring Services Fire alarm monitoring services involve the constant supervision of the fire alarm system by a professional...

Aircraft fire protection is a critical aspect of aviation safety, ensuring the well-being of passengers, crew, and ground personnel. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has established comprehensive guidelines known as NFPA 402, which outline essential protocols for aircraft fire protection and emergency response. NFPA 402 NFPA 402, formally titled “Guide for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Operations,” serves as a foundational document for developing effective fire...

Flammable liquids present significant risks to both people and property, making their proper handling, storage, and disposal crucial for safety. In 2024, NFPA 30, also known as the Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, continues to serve as the standard for regulating these hazardous materials. This code provides detailed guidelines that help prevent fires, explosions, and other accidents related to flammable liquids. By offering a structured framework for industries ranging from manufacturin...

NFPA 1900 is a consolidated standard that governs the design and performance of emergency response vehicles and wildland fire apparatus.  It incorporates the core principles from several prior NFPA standards, including NFPA 414 (Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles), NFPA 1901 (Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus), NFPA 1906 (Standard for Wildland Fire Apparatus), and NFPA 1917 (Standard for Automotive Ambulances). This updated standard was designed to streamline and...

In Bursa, Turkey’s fourth-largest city, the Metropolitan Municipality Fire Department has added 10 new Mercedes-Benz Atego fire trucks equipped with Allison fully automatic transmissions to the fleet. These new vehicles, which are scheduled for delivery in 2025, will be used in a wide range of critical missions, from firefighting to search and rescue. This new acquisition, made in line with the gratification gained from the previously used Mercedes-Benz Atego vehicle equipped with Allison...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, is proud to announce its dedicated dealer for South Carolina, Spartan Fire and Emergency Apparatus (Spartan Fire), has opened its new company headquarters and service center located along the I-85 corridor in upstate South Carolina. The 23,000-square-foot facility in Wellford, South Carolina, marks a major milestone for Spartan Fire, doubling the size of its former headquarters and reinforcing the company’s long-standing com...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is adding four high-tech, state-of-the-art aerial platform appliances to its fleet, further bolstering its emergency response capability across Sydney and the Central Coast. The ladder pumper appliances, each valued at $2.5m, feature an advanced, environmentally-friendly Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS) that uses a special mix of foam and water to fight fires, promoting water conservation in the process. The first of four new CAFS Aerial Platforms (CAPs) coming on-...

A Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighter has been surprised with a visit from a road crash victim whose life he helped save late last year. The last time Riverstone Fire Captain David Richards saw Lee Knight, in October, the motorcyclist was moments from death on the side of the road outside the fire station in Sydney's west. Mr Knight was riding home after a friend’s funeral when his motorcycle struck the side of a car. Bike accident Captain Richards heard the impact from the station...

Details have emerged about the extraordinary use of drone technology to rescue a seriously injured rock fisherman, reported missing after falling off a cliff at Eden, on the state’s far south coast, earlier this month. At 7.51 am on Sunday, 2 April, the Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crew from Eden was involved in the search for the angler at The Lookout. The man was fishing with three friends when he fell and landed on a ledge, 50 meters down the rocky, tapered cliff, badly breaking a leg....

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators, examining the scene of Sydney’s latest Lithium-Ion battery fire, are urging the public to safely store and charge the cells outside the home if possible. Just after 9 am on Friday, 14 April, an e-bike battery, on charge in the lounge room of a duplex in Sydney Road, Balgowlah, began to suddenly overheat in a process known as “Thermal Runaway.” A family of four inside the home heard a ‘popping’ noise as the battery began d...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have battled for more than an hour to extinguish a blaze that destroyed a home in Sydney's south-west. Twenty FRNSW firefighters were called in to attack the blaze, which engulfed the two-story property on Riverside Drive, Airds, just before 5 am. The intensity of the fire and radiant heat made conditions too dangerous for crews to enter the building to conduct a search for potential occupants. Extinguishing the fire They stopped the inferno from spreading t...