Firefighter Close Calls

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A Raleigh fire truck was involved in a crash late Saturday morning, officials said. The wreck was reported just before noon in Raleigh along Spring Forest Road between Falls of Neuse Road and Atlantic Avenue, according to Raleigh Fire Department Division Chief Corker. Traffic lights are out at the intersection of […]

The Maryland Senate has passed an amended version of HB 445, legislation designed to enhance protections against cyberattacks targeting 9-1-1 centers, known in law as public safety answering points (PSAPs). The bill now heads back to the House of Delegates for final approval. MACo supports the bill and its crossfile (SB 81), reinforcing the State’s […]

Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and emergency service operators warned Thursday that 911 callers may soon hear an answering machine if immediate action is not taken. The 911 operators and dispatchers say they are the first line of defense for members of the public experiencing an emergency and the guiding voice for first responders sent to […]

All, Firefighter occupational cancer is the #1 cause of death for all Firefighters-active and retired, career and volunteer. While we try to share these losses when we can, some we don’t know about, often we are sent the info, and some stun us. This loss is the last two: it was sent to us (to share), […]

LOST CREEK, West Virginia – A fire truck was struck by another vehicle while responding to an accident on I-79 near Lost Creek Friday afternoon. A vehicle hydroplaned at approximately 3:20 p.m., and a West Milford Volunteer Fire Department truck was struck by another vehicle while they were responding to the original crash, according to […]

Firefighter occupational cancer is the #1 cause of death for all Firefighters-active and retired, career and volunteer. While we try to share these losses when we can, some we don’t know about, often we are sent the info, and some stun us. This loss is the last two: it was sent to us (to share), and we […]

All, As a reminder, we are in the midst of Firefighter & First Responder Wellness Week. THIS WEEK has been and is dedicated to helping Firefighters and other public safety professionals build and sustain that readiness. From usable tips to long-term strategies, they explore (link below) how fitness and wellness can empower you/me/us both on and […]

As a reminder, we are in the midst of Firefighter & First Responder Wellness Week. THIS WEEK has been and is dedicated to helping Firefighters and other public safety professionals build and sustain that readiness. From usable tips to long-term strategies, they explore (link below) how fitness and wellness can empower you/me/us both on and off […]

FDIC IS IN THE AIR….   FIRE DEPARTMENT INSTRUCTORS CONFERENCE If you’re not yet registered, now would be a good time. If you’ve never been, this is a bucket list item that will have you returning year after year. My first was in Memphis, in 1977 and the learning never ends. Here are links for […]

Three people were taken to the hospital after a crash involving a fire truck on Wednesday. Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office deputies and investigators were dispatched around noon to the intersection of Highway 58 at Career Lane for a two-vehicle crash involving minor injuries. The preliminary investigation indicates that a firetruck had entered the intersection of […]

NEW YORK — Gripping video footage, shot by a neighbor, captured a roaring two-alarm inferno that gutted a Tompkinsville home and injured three firefighters Saturday night. The FDNY responded to a call at 7 Rosewood Pl., between Cebra Avenue and Bayview Place, just after 7 p.m., where they found the multi-story residence actively ablaze, Deputy […]

New dashcam video shows a disabled car crossing the apron and striking  two Safety Harbor firefighters. “I am happy to report that both firefighters have returned to work. Firefighter Paramedic Ryan Craig has returned to full duty. And, Capt. Joey Hans has returned to light duty. Capt. Hans is expected to make a full recovery and […]

INDIANAPOLIS — A suspect is under arrest after police said a stolen ambulance crashed into an innocent bystander’s vehicle on the city’s east side. According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, the Indianapolis EMS ambulance was stolen near 21st Street and North Shadeland Avenue shortly after 11 a.m. on Tuesday. The ambulance had been unoccupied […]

EAST HAVEN, CT (WFSB) – A 38-year-old man was arrested in connection with a hit-and-run incident involving a fire truck on February 11, 2025. An East Haven Fire Department engine, responding to a structure fire in the Foxon area, was struck by a hit-and-run driver while enroute. The fire truck, with its emergency lights and sirens activated, was […]

All, A Joplin Firefighter suffered a medical emergency during a scheduled training detail, today, Tuesday. Firefighters provided immediate life-saving assistance on the scene and then the firefighter was transported to a local hospital. The Firefighter is currently listed in critical, but stable condition. KTIYP’s. Take Care. Be Careful. Pass It On. BillyG The Secret List […]

At 0635 hours on March 19, 2025, the York Center Fire Protection District responded to the reported residential house fire. The first fire district vehicle arrived at the scene at 6:40 am and found smoke coming from the home. Firefighters performed search and rescue and found one civilian victim, who was removed from the house […]

All, Today, FSRI-UL launched their new Tactical Considerations for Research-Based Public Fire Safety Education online course (NO COST) below. As we all increasingly engage with our communities in an educational capacity, this course equips Firefighters with the knowledge and confidence to educate people on fire safety more effectively. More specifically, after taking this course, Firefighters […]

A New Albany man faces felony charges after allegedly assaulting two paramedics after sustaining head injuries during a car crash on Saturday at approximately 9 p.m. in Albany Township. According to police, Ryan Matthew Whittemore, 31, was being transported via ambulance to Robert Packer Hospital due to a head laceration when he became highly combative […]

What we know: A two-vehicle crash occurred just after 5:30 p.m. on Mason Avenue in Daytona Beach. The crash involved an EMS vehicle and another truck, leaving both vehicles with significant front-end damage. One of the vehicles caught fire, but emergency crews quickly extinguished it. What we don’t know: Authorities have not yet released details […]

All, Here is additional, important information from MDFR regarding the celebration of life for Captain Bill Gustin: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebration-of-life-for-captain-william-bill-v-gustin-tickets-1299295059499 Take Care. Be Careful. Pass It On. BillyG The Secret List 3-25-2025-0917 Hours www.FireFighterCloseCalls.com