Fire Engineering

For more than 133 years, Fire Engineering magazine has been a vital resource for fire and emergency service professionals around the globe, offering training, education, and management insights. The articles are penned by experienced experts in the field, sharing valuable lessons learned from real incidents. Special feature articles delve into practical scenarios like collapse void searches, confined space rescues, high-angle rescues, and extrications. Additionally, the magazine includes regular sections that address educational topics and management challenges.

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Drawn by Fire: A Mountain Too High

3 days ago | fireengineering.com | Paul Combs

Too many young firefighters are being left to figure it out on their own—no guidance, no mentorship, no true leadership. That’s not how this calling should work. Yes, they will have to climb the mountain of experience, but don’t you stand at the top with your arms crossed. Reach down. Pull them up. Share what you’ve learned—on the fireground and in the firehouse. Be the mentor you always wished you had. STAY FIRED UP and don’t let the next generation climb the mountain alone.
Tools, Tradition, and the Firefighter's Mindset

1 week ago | fireengineering.com | Rick Lasky |John Salka

In this episode of The Command Post, hosts Rick Lasky and John Salka take a meaningful look at the essential tools of firefighting, their care, and the knowledge behind them. From the iconic halligan’s origins in the FDNY to evolving equipment like hydraulic “rabbit” tools, they discuss how tradition meets innovation in emergency response. The hosts also emphasize leadership’s role in maintaining gear, sharing candid stories about tool maintenance reflecting company culture.
Humpday Hangout: In the Line of Duty

1 week ago | fireengineering.com | Rick Lasky

In this “Issues and Challenges” installment of the Humpday Hangout, Rick Lasky, John Salka, Scott Thompson, and Curtis Birt speak with Dallas (TX) Deputy Chief Daniel Deyear about the influence of culture and mindset on decision making. Join us live on our Facebook page or our YouTube Channel at 1 p.m. Eastern on June 18, 2025, or watch this space for the discussion.
Drawn by Fire: June 2025

1 week ago | fireengineering.com | Paul Combs

Tequila-Based Brine Blamed for Fire Burst When Oven Opened at WI ApartmentA tequila-based brine is being blamed for a burst of fire when an oven was opened at a West Side apartment on Sunday.
Lessons from a Complex Main Street Fire

3 weeks ago | fireengineering.com | Chris Tobin |Alexis Shady

In this episode of Main Street Firefighting, get an inside look at a challenging downtown fire involving legacy brick buildings with cockloft involvement—fueled by heavy winds and complicated by unique building features like spiral staircases and metal roofing. The department’s rapid third-alarm call, strategic placement of crews at front and rear, and innovative use of a drone with thermal imaging helped identify hidden fire spots and halt the fire’s spread.
Drawn by Fire: The Big One

4 weeks ago | fireengineering.com | Paul Combs

Without proper guidance and preparation, promotion can feel like catching a 20-foot shark. However, mentorship, along with the required curriculum and experience, is crucial for firefighter succession and advancement, especially for promotions. Effective mentorship provides guidance, advice, and support from experienced individuals to help mentees navigate leadership pitfalls, gain tactical confidence, develop effective training skills, and make informed decisions.
Humpday Hangout: Executive Coaching

1 month ago | fireengineering.com | P.J. Norwood |Frank Ricci

In this “Politics and Tactics” installment of the Humpday Hangout, hosts P.J. Norwood and Frank Ricci speak with guests Zach Matthews and Cora Showalter about the pivotal role of executive coaching in the fire service, specifically for chief officers navigating complex leadership challenges. They emphasize the necessity for confidential, one-on-one support that empowers leaders to address personal and professional dilemmas that aren’t covered in traditional training.
Laddering Considerations for Legacy Buildings

1 month ago | fireengineering.com | Chris Tobin |Alexis Shady |Joe Pronesti

Main Streets have a variety of inherent challenges for laddering, including parapets, tight gangways, limited access in the rear, and numerous others. Here are some examples of those and what can be done so you can be better prepared. Firefighters and Construction: Parapet Wall FailureParapet PreparednessAerials and Overcoming Parapets/CricketsDownload this firefighter training bulleting on building construction as a PDF (547 KB) to share with your crews.
Recruiting Tomorrow’s Firefighters: The Pearland (TX) Way

1 month ago | fireengineering.com | Rick Lasky

In this installment of the “Issues and Challenges in Today’s Fire Service” Humpday Hangout, your hosts talk recruitment with Pearland (TX) Fire Chief J. Taylor and Asst Chief Jacob Johnson. Join us live on our Facebook page or our YouTube Channel at 1 p.m. Eastern on May 21, 2025, or watch this space for the discussion. Humpday Hangout: From Officer to Battalion ChiefHumpday Hangout: Leaving a LegacyHumpday Hangout: The Right Firehouse AttitudeHumpday Hangout: Fire Training Facilities and Props
Extrication Expert Dave Dalrymple Passes

1 month ago | fireengineering.com | Diane Rothschild

The extrication world has lost a giant. David Dalrymple, longtime FDIC instructor, Fire Engineering author, Fire Engineering Books DVD author, and Training Minutes video host, has passed away from complications from pneumonia. He was 60. Dalrymple was a rescue consultant/educator for RoadwayRescue LLC, teaching extrication to responders throughout the United States and internationally.