Each year firefighters from across the nation gather in Emmitsburg, Maryland at the National Fire Academy to honor their fallen brothers and sisters from the previous year, who lost their lives in the line of duty. This is a solemn event that is held dear to firefighters and the Fire Hero families who have lost a loved one serving their communities.

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation created ... (Full Story & Photos)

CPSC Warns Consumers to Immediately Stop Using Elide Fire Extinguishing Balls Due to Failure to Extinguish Fires and Risk of Serious Injury or Death.... (Full Story & Photos)

National Poison Prevention Week Highlights Hazards... (Full Story & Photos)

Save Daylight, Save Lives; Replace Batteries in Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms... (Full Story & Photos)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov.... (Full Story & Photos)

Congratulations to our dedicated Fire/EMT Cadets for their outstanding performance at today's Southern Maryland Regional SkillsUSA competition 2024! We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all the instructors, as well as the numerous volunteers who selflessly supported and coached these talented individuals at their local stations, preparing them for this momentous event.

Today's competition marks ... (Full Story & Photos)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov.... (Full Story & Photos)

NFPA Announces Launch of “Charge into Fire Safety,” a Campaign and Updated Webpage for Educating the Public about Lithium-Ion Battery Safety.... (Full Story & Photos)

The Officers and Members of the Second District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad, Inc. are saddened to announce the passing of Joseph "Bubby" Knott of Great Mills on January 4, 2024.

Bubby Knott was a past member of the Department as well as serving as a member on the Board of Directors several years ago. Bubby's business, Great Mills Trading Post Company, Inc. was the general contractor ... (Full Story & Photos)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to immediately stop using ZAUTNKN.INC lithium-ion replacement battery packs because they pose a risk of fire to consumers.... (Full Story & Photos)