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Hochiki, a pioneer in life safety solutions, is celebrating the first anniversary of its Training Academy. This milestone marks a significant achievement in Hochiki's commitment to education and advancement within the fire safety industry. With over a century of experience, Hochiki has earned a reputation for manufacturing reliable and innovative life safety products. The Training Academy builds upon this legacy, providing fire safety professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to eff...

Frequentis marks the debut of its LifeX3020 solution in Southeast Asia, improving emergency call handling and response coordination across three major centers and nationwide blue light agencies. This effort supports Malaysia’s Next Generation Emergency Services 999 (NG999) project, an upgrade designed to replace the current Malaysian Emergency Response System (MERS999). The initiative underscores Malaysia’s strong commitment to enhancing public safety across the nation. Responses f...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) believes a lithium-ion battery caused a house fire at Umina on the Central Coast overnight, which left a man seriously injured with burns and two others suffering from smoke inhalation. Three fire trucks and 12 firefighters were called to the home on Gwendolen Avenue shortly after 4:30 am. On arrival, they found smoke issuing from the townhouse and quickly got to work to extinguish the blaze. FRNSW investigators FRNSW provided emergency medical treatment to three p...

The sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT has been awarded a contract extension for the Eurofighter Mk1 radar worth approximately 350 million euros. Following approval by the German and Spanish Ministries of Defence, further development tasks were commissioned by Airbus Defense and Space. next-generation E-Scan radar   The ECRS Mk1 project (Eurofighter Common Radar System Mark 1) is the next-generation Eurofighter radar that is to be fielded by the air forces of Germany and Spain.  T...

Dozens of Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) personnel from across the state will descend on Jindabyne, in the Snowy Mountains, next week to raise vital funds for kids with burn injuries. The annual fundraising event by the FRNSW volunteer group, ‘Beat the Burn’, runs from 17-21 February. FRNSW staff and families FRNSW staff and their families will tackle sporting challenges such as running In its 20th anniversary year, FRNSW staff and their families will tackle sporting challenges such...

Amthal Group Companies has appointed Richard Parker as its new Group Head of Sales. With over three decades of experience in the fire and security industry, Richard brings a wealth of expertise in sales leadership, business development and strategic growth to the company. Richard joins Amthal from Walker Fire UK Ltd., where he served as Group Sales Manager UK, successfully building and pioneering high-performing sales teams while driving business expansion across multiple sectors. Prior roles...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has appointed former Chief Fire Officer of East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, Gary Walsh, as its strategic advisor on fire and rescue services (FRS) matters to ensure that Dräger’s safety technology continues to serve and reflect the needs of modern firefighting. Prior roles of Gary  Gary, an operational firefighter for more than 30 years, was the NFCC respiratory protective equipment (RPE)...

A fire broke out on the roof of the gymnasium at Mashpee Middle-High School just after 9 a.m. Monday morning, prompting an immediate evacuation of students and staff. Thanks to regular fire drills and safety inspections, the evacuation was swift, with no injuries reported. Regular fire drills Mashpee Fire Chief Joseph Pelletier told WCVB he observed heavy smoke and fire emanating from the gym area upon arrival. Crews used a ladder truck to access the roof, where a heating unit had...

A working smoke alarm has saved the lives of two adults and one teenager following a house fire in Hurstville Grove in southern Sydney overnight. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews were called to a two-level residential property in Whitfield Parade after reports of a house fire just after 3.30 am. Arrival of firefighters Firefighters quickly got to work and contained and extinguished the blaze within 20 minutes Seven trucks and more than 30 firefighters arrived on scene and were faced with la...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews are still working to extinguish a fire in a heavy-duty industrial conveyor belt in Rooty Hill near Blacktown in Sydney’s west. Firefighters were initially called to the steel manufacturing premises in Kellogg Road just before 6.00 am after reports of a fire in an underground concrete structure. smoke plume and potential hazards The blaze, originating from a 100-metre-long heavy-duty rubber conveyor belt system that has collapsed into a concrete pit, rem...

The WAGNER Group GmbH is one of the most innovative medium-sized companies in Germany and has been awarded the prestigious TOP 100 seal of approval for the second time. This quality seal, which is awarded annually on behalf of Compamedia GmbH, honors outstanding achievements in innovation management. The official award ceremony for the TOP 100 of 2025 will take place on 27 June 2025 as part of the German SME Summit in Mainz. TOP 100 seal The TOP 100 seal is the only independent, scientificall...

Churches Fire & Security, the UK's only fully integrated fire safety company, has successfully transformed its customer service operations through an innovative AI-powered analysis program, revealing insights about customer behavior and creating significant opportunities for automation. The company, which provides comprehensive fire protection and security services nationwide, partnered with digital customer experience (CX) transformation specialists Sabio Group to conduct an insightful Int...

A series of tests conducted by The Copper Sustainability Partnership (CuSP) have revealed that plastic pipes pose significant fire safety risks, with three different types of plastic pipe all completely burning in under ten minutes.  Plastic pipes release dangerous amounts of smoke and toxic gases when burned, including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen oxide. The tests also revealed that hydrogen cyanide was released from multi-layer composite pipes when burning for just eight...

Matrix, a provider of enterprise-grade Security and Telecom solutions, is proud to participate as a Gold Sponsor at the prestigious Project Heads, Architects, Consultants, and Conclave (PACC) 2025, hosted by the Fire & Security Association of India (FSAI). The event, set to take place from February 6th to 9th at ITC Grand Chola, is a critical platform for industry pioneers shaping the future of infrastructure, smart buildings, and security ecosystems.  PACC 2025 PACC 2025 is a c...

The Kidde Fire Protection Natura™ Inert Gas System by Kidde Australia has transformed the way installers think about deploying inert gas fire suppression systems, delivering savings in time, and installation costs and bringing peace of mind to mission-critical operations. two advantages The essence of this innovation comes from the Kidde pressure-regulated valve which offers two distinct advantages. Firstly the 90-degree hoses installed on the top exit port of the valve allow easier ac...

Fire safety isn’t just about compliance. It’s about protecting lives. It’s about making buildings safe without sacrificing design. Fire curtains do both. They stop fire and smoke from spreading, and they do it without bulky doors or walls. Coopers Fire makes fire curtains that blend into ceilings and walls, ready to deploy when needed. Here’s how to use them right. Fire Curtains and Their Role 1. Know What Fire Curtains Do Understanding the Role of Fire Curtains in...

The Hamburg fire brigade is increasingly challenged by a temporary rise in emergency calls during extreme weather events. In total, the Hamburg fire brigade receives around one million calls per year. In crisis situations, such as severe weather conditions, the number of callers can rise significantly within a short period of time. With Frequentis' LifeX communication system, the organization is better equipped to respond faster and more precisely during critical situations. This system is also...

Chubbsafes, one of the world’s most trusted security brands, proudly marks its 190th anniversary in 2025. Since its first safe patented in 1835, Chubbsafes has become synonymous with strength, dependability, and innovation, protecting valuables for generations. Reliability and craftsmanship For nearly two centuries, Chubbsafes has stood as a symbol of reliability and craftsmanship. Its rich history includes landmark innovations like the first patented resistant safe and pioneering materi...

Firefighters fought to maintain the upper hand on a huge and rapidly moving wildfire that swept through rugged mountains north of Los Angeles and resulted in more than 50,000 people being put under evacuation orders or warnings. The Hughes Fire broke out late Wednesday morning and, in less than a day, had charred nearly 16 square miles (41 square kilometers) of trees and brush near Castaic Lake, a popular recreation area about 40 miles (64 kilometers) from the devastating Eaton and Palisades...

Regularly assessing the condition of lifeboats and related equipment is crucial to ensuring safety at sea. A new iPad-based inspection and reporting solution from VIKING will enhance the accuracy, consistency and timely delivery of servicing documentation. Standard industry practice for lifeboat servicing relies on inspection reports that are compiled after the inspection has taken place. Aside from the wait customers can experience for relevant documentation to arrive, post-event reporting pos...

Winds picked up on Tuesday in Southern California and at least a couple of new wildfires broke out as firefighters remained on alert in extreme fire weather two weeks after two major blazes started that are still burning in the Los Angeles area. Gusts could peak at 70 mph (113 kph) along the coast and 100 mph (160 kph) in the mountains and foothills during extreme fire weather that is expected to last through Tuesday morning. Ripe for explosive fire growth Wind speeds ra...

Facing mounting questions over a chaotic evacuation, top L.A. County officials say they want to build a database of residents with disabilities who require help fleeing a neighborhood engulfed in flames. L.A. County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone told county supervisors at a public meeting Tuesday that the ongoing wildfires underscored the need for a “database to track people who have mobility challenges or health challenges.” “Trying to do it during an emergency is very, v...

A former executive assistant at UC Davis accused of embezzlement while working for the campus fire department made her first appearance Tuesday in Yolo Superior Court. Meagan Emily McFadden faces felony charges of misappropriating public money, embezzlement, along with an enhancement alleging aggravating circumstances. She also is accused of perjury. Thomas Johnson, McFadden’s attorney, entered not guilty pleas on behalf of his client. Different phases of the court...

An early-morning tent fire at a St. Paul homeless encampment this week spread to neighboring tents, displacing multiple people and leaving behind substantial charred property, according to the St. Paul Fire Department and encampment residents. St. Paul firefighters responded to the encampment behind the old Kmart on Maryland Avenue off Interstate 35E about 3:30 a.m. Monday. No injuries were reported. An occupant of the tent where the fire is believed to have...

Parched Southern California was forecast to face more dangerous winds on Wednesday but could get some badly needed rain this weekend, dampening the prospects of another round of deadly wildfires, though even a small amount of precipitation could create new challenges like toxic ash runoff. Los Angeles officials were preparing for that prospect even as a small number of residents were allowed to return to the devastated Pacific Palisades and Altadena areas and firefighters quickly controlled&n...

Each year, MSA Safety and DuPont Personal Protection partner with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) to provide Globe turnout gear and MSA fire helmets to volunteer fire departments in need. In 2024, 13 volunteer fire departments across the U.S. and Canada each received four new sets of turnout jackets, turnout pants, and helmets to help increase the safety of their responders. MSA also provided the first 500 applicants with an NVFC membership. Compliant with safety standards The do...

Just after 2.45 pm this afternoon, firefighters arrived at the two-level home in Aberdeen Road to find a large section of the second-storey well alight. Firefighters quickly got to work to extinguish and contain the blaze. Around 25 firefighters and six fire trucks, including an aerial ladder platform, were called to the incident, and crews are expected to remain in attendance for some time. Quick Response By FRNSW Crew It is believed that the fire started in the kitchen on the second le...

An historic St. Louis church was destroyed in a three-alarm fire Monday morning, presenting firefighters with a grueling battle against both flames and freezing temperatures. The fire consumed the former Frieden German Protestant Church, located near 19th and Newhouse. The fire was called in around 11:30 a.m. After an initial search, firefighters withdrew from the structure and conducted a defensive attack, extinguishing flames that briefly touched four nearby vacant buildings. Firefighters...

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) has launched its recruitment drive for wholetime firefighters, offering people the opportunity to make a difference to keeping Essex safe. recruitment window The recruitment window opened on Tuesday 21 January and will remain open until 21 February, with successful candidates set to begin their training in June 2025. This is a chance to play a crucial role in protecting communities, saving lives, and keeping people in Essex safe. Whether people are...

Skills for Security is attending the National Apprenticeship Show – London & South East 2025, a key event connecting young people, school leavers, and college graduates with apprenticeship opportunities across various sectors. Role of apprenticeships The show will take place during National Apprenticeship Week 2025 and provides a unique opportunity to highlight the transformative role apprenticeships play in equipping young adults with the skills needed for successful careers. By pa...