An internal report obtained by the Banner reveals systemic flaws but the department has yet to release its findings The Baltimore Fire Department was understaffed while relying on aging equipment and outdated training standards when two firefighters died in a blaze 2 1/2 years ago, according to an investigative report obtained by The Banner. Acting Capt....Read More
All, We regret to pass on that Broward County Sheriffs Office Fire-Rescue Firefighter Paramedic Steven Lepselter has died in the Line of Duty. Tragically he suffered cardiac arrest at work earlier today. He leaves behind family including his wife, 2 children and his Broward County (and beyond) Brothers & Sisters. Additional details will be posted:...Read More
All, Chicago Firefighter/EMT Michael Altman’s LODD funeral service will be rescheduled for a later date. Mrs. Altman is in labor. The visitation for today (3/26) will continue at the scheduled time: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel 7740 S. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60620 This was sent out by the...Read More
The below NIOSH Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program (FFFIPP) report and slides were published this morning: F2025-09 GA: Career Firefighter Dies during Warehouse Fire at Unpermitted Film Studio – Georgia Report: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/firefighters/programs/pdfs/f202509.pdf Slides: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/firefighters/programs/pdfs/f202509RS.pdf FFFIPP continues to accept requests for serious injury and line-of-duty death investigations through the NIOSH website. Firefighters and other interested parties can see what investigations FFFIPP...Read More
All, Funeral arrangements have been announced for fallen Chicago Firefighter/EMT Michael Altman. All will be held at: St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel 7740 S. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60620 Visitation: Thursday, Mar. 26, 2026 at 3p- 8p Funeral: Friday, Mar. 27, 2026 at 10a Take Care. Be Careful. Pass It On. BillyG The Secret...Read More
All, A on-duty Nashville (TN) Firefighter died early Tuesday morning. Nashville Firefighter Wayne Barry Jr. was taken from the Andrew Jackson Parkway firehouse to Summit Medical Center due to being in medical distress at about 0200 on Tuesday. Unfortunately he did not survive. Our condolences to all those affected. Rest in Peace. Take care. Be...Read More
