Rescue Task Force Training Enhances JBPHH Security and Interoperability During Hostile Events

Story by Kyler Hood December 15, 2025 at 09:09PM In October, approximately 110 Air Force and Navy personnel from the Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam (JBPHH) Security Forces and the Navy Region Federal Fire Department conducted two Rescue Task Force training iterations at Hickam Elementary School focused on refining a new standard operating procedure to streamline interagency coordination during active shooter and terrorist attacks.

Fort Detrick Bids Farewell to Assistant Fire Chief Jerry Dorsey After 38 Years of Service

Story by Lanessa Hill December 12, 2025 at 08:07AM After an incredible 38 years of service as both a career and volunteer firefighter, Fort Detrick’s Assistant Fire Chief, Jerry Dorsey, has officially retired. On December 11, colleagues, leaders, friends, and family gathered at the Forest Glen Annex Fire Station to celebrate his remarkable career and wish him well as he transitions into retirement.

Fort Hunter Liggett Honors History, Makes Way for Future Modernization

Story by Augusta Vargas December 11, 2025 at 05:44PM Fort Hunter Liggett’s historic Tin Barn was dismantled on Nov. 17 as part of the installation’s modernization efforts, marking the end of a structure that served the area for more than a century. Originally built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition and later moved to ranchland owned by William Randolph Hearst, the barn supported everything from cattle operations to Soldier services after the Army acquired the property in 1940. Over the decades, it housed a post exchange, theater, laundry, gymnasium, and eventually the installation’s fire station. Long-time staff and firefighters remember it as both a workspace and a gathering place that shaped some of their best years at FHL. Although the building had reached the end of its service life, its former site will support future garrison events near the Hacienda. The Tin Barn may be gone, but its legacy lives on in the people who worked there and the missions it supported.

Real Flames, Real Lessons: 419th Fire Protection Flight Completes Live-Fire Certification

Story by Tech. Sgt. Anthony Pham December 03, 2025 at 10:04AM Heat shimmered above the Frank Forte Structural Training Grounds as 25 firefighters from the 419th Civil Engineer Squadron’s Fire Protection Flight advanced lines, breached doors and pulled mannequins to safety during their annual live-fire certification Sept. 6, 2025. Senior leaders from the 419th Fighter Wing watched closely as crews worked through the smoke, noise and chaos that mirror real-world aircraft and structural fires.

US-ROKAF conduct combined fire training

Story by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams November 26, 2025 at 02:24AM The 51st Civil Engineer Squadron fire department hosted a two-day combined training event at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 20-21, 2025.

Fort McCoy firefighter-EMT honors emergency responders of 9-11 during post event

Story by Scott Sturkol November 26, 2025 at 01:05AM Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician Brandon Perron with the Fort McCoy Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Department completed the 2025 Fort McCoy 9/11 Memorial Run and Stair Climb wearing his full firefighter suit along with carrying more than 100 pounds of gear.

Fort McCoy firefighter-EMT honors emergency responders of 9-11 during post event

Story by Scott Sturkol November 26, 2025 at 01:05AM Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician Brandon Perron with the Fort McCoy Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Department completed the 2025 Fort McCoy 9/11 Memorial Run and Stair Climb wearing his full firefighter suit along with carrying more than 100 pounds of gear.

From White Elephant to City: USACE makes strides towards physical remediation of the Shallow Land Disposal Area in Parks Township, PA

Story by Carol Vernon November 25, 2025 at 05:59PM Nearly 80 residents filed into the Parks Township Fire Department Hall in Vandergrift, Pennsylvania, on Nov. 5 to get the latest updates about the Shallow Land Disposal Area, only a few miles away from the fire hall.

Sparky and friends read at CDC during Fire Prevention Week 2025

Story by Karen Abeyasekere November 25, 2025 at 04:41AM Sparky the Fire Dog and his firefighter friends from the 100th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department spent time with children at the child development center during Fire Prevention Week at RAF Mildenhall, England, Oct. 7, 2025. The firefighters read stories to children in multiple classes, talked to them about fire safety, and gave out plastic fire helmets.

Sparky and friends read at CDC during Fire Prevention Week 2025

Story by Karen Abeyasekere November 25, 2025 at 04:41AM Sparky the Fire Dog and his firefighter friends from the 100th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department spent time with children at the child development center during Fire Prevention Week at RAF Mildenhall, England, Oct. 7, 2025. The firefighters read stories to children in multiple classes, talked to them about fire safety, and gave out plastic fire helmets.

USAF and ROKAF firefighters kick off Fire Prevention Week

Story by 1st Lt. Lyca Steelman November 24, 2025 at 11:11PM U.S. and Republic of Korea air force firefighters from the 8th Civil Engineer Squadron and 38th Fighter Group firefighter unit visited students at Jigok Elementary School, September 29, as they kicked off Fire Prevention Week with fire safety lessons for the young learners.

Proclamation signing kicks off Fire Prevention Week 2025

Story by Karen Abeyasekere November 24, 2025 at 10:13AM The fire department hosted the proclamation signing to kick off National Fire Prevention Week, at RAF Mildenhall, England, Sept. 18, 2025. This year’s theme is “Charge into Fire Safety – Lithium-ion batteries in your home.” The proclamation was signed by U.S. Air Force Col. Steven Byrum, 100th Air Refueling Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Larry Gee, 100th Civil Engineer Squadron installation fire chief.

Naval Support Activity Portsmouth Supervisory Captain Renders Aid While Off Duty

Story by Susanne Greene November 14, 2025 at 12:19PM Captain Bryan W. Ballard, a federal firefighter with Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fire and Emergency Services based at Naval Support Activity-Portsmouth, was commended by NSA-Portsmouth Commanding Officer Captain R. Stephen Ramsey for his decisive action and response to a life-threatening medical emergency while he was off duty and on a flight from Washington Dulles National Airport to South Carolina.

Andersen AFB Fire Department promotes safety during Fire Prevention Week

Story by Senior Airman Jordan McCoy November 13, 2025 at 11:09PM ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam – The 36th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department hosted a series of events for Fire Prevention Week Oct. 5-11, 2025, here. Firefighters organized an eight-day campaign to raise awareness for fire safety, prevention and to educate service members and families on safety practices.

Andersen AFB Fire Department promotes safety during Fire Prevention Week

Story by Senior Airman Jordan McCoy November 13, 2025 at 11:09PM ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam – The 36th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department hosted a series of events for Fire Prevention Week Oct. 5-11, 2025, here. Firefighters organized an eight-day campaign to raise awareness for fire safety, prevention and to educate service members and families on safety practices.

Kentucky National Guard responds to fatal civilian plane crash

Story by Dale Greer November 05, 2025 at 04:16PM Firefighters from the Kentucky Air National Guard were among scores of emergency workers who responded to a fatal civilian plane crash just south of Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport here Nov. 4.

Mutual Aid in Our Community!

Story by November 02, 2025 at 10:15AM This past weekend Westover Fire Department supported firefighting efforts at two separate events. At the Easthampton event members of the team provided continual on-scene air tank refills, and in South Hadley, firefighters were actively engaged in putting out a chimney fire. Of note: the second event occurred during the heaviest part of the Sunday evening snowstorm, and was at a residence located at the top of a steep driveway.

Mutual Aid in Our Community!

Story by November 02, 2025 at 10:15AM This past weekend Westover Fire Department supported firefighting efforts at two separate events. At the Easthampton event members of the team provided continual on-scene air tank refills, and in South Hadley, firefighters were actively engaged in putting out a chimney fire. Of note: the second event occurred during the heaviest part of the Sunday evening snowstorm, and was at a residence located at the top of a steep driveway.

U.S. Coast Guard, Guam Fire Department rescue 45 people from boat off Agat, Guam

Story by Chief Petty Officer Corinne Zilnicki October 15, 2025 at 06:44PM SANTA RITA, Guam — Crews from the U.S. Coast Guard and Guam Fire Department rescued 45 people from a disabled passenger vessel off Agat, Guam, Friday. A Guam Fire Rescue 3 crew arrived on the scene off Agat Bay at 10 a.m. and reported smoke coming from the engine compartment of the Princess Guam, a 45-foot catamaran.

Shaw AFB 9/11 Memorial

Story by Airman 1st Class Nyanda Walker-Potts October 08, 2025 at 09:09AM The 20th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department hosted a memorial ceremony and 5k run on September 11, 2025 at Shaw Air Force Base in remembrance of the tragic events of 9/11 and the heroism and sacrifice of the first responders who answered their nation’s call.