Building a signal fire is an essential skill for anyone who enjoys spending time outdoors. Whether hiking, hunting, or fishing in the backcountry, knowing how to create a signal fire can be a lifeline ...

Creosote creates a sour, sickly odor. Slow smoldering fires or the use of unseasoned wood can create “cool” smoke and a weak draft. The smoke condenses and sticks to the chimney’s interior which forms ...

There’s something enticing about gathering around a backyard fire pit at dusk with a group of friends and family, enjoying stories over some of the best beers. If you've ever dreamt of building ...

Note: This article is part of the Firehouse 2025 Station Design Supplement. To read the entire supplement, click here. The volunteer fire service long has been the backbone of fire protection in the ...

Wildfires in the western U.S. are larger and more frequent now than in the past. And the number of homes, businesses and other structures lost to the flames has skyrocketed. Wildland management ...

In a bushfire or campfire, it is the glowing soot that we experience as flames. Flames actually extend well above where we ...

Anyone who has spent any amount of time around the fire service or public safety has heard the terms “recruitment and retention.” These topics are so crucial to building a successful fire service that ...

The recent wildfires that have ravaged Southern California have left an unprecedented trail of destruction. The Eaton fire in Altadena burned more than 14,000 acres, while the Palisades fire in ...