Oct. 26—Waynesville fire fighters will soon be better equipped to battle a wildfire thanks to a $100,000 federal grant to wildland turn-out gear. The forest fire on Sheepback Mountain in Maggie Valley ...

Firefighters in Smith County are using specialized dozers equipped with plows and blades to help when fighting fires.

The work is hot; the gear is heavy; the terrain is unforgiving. When temperatures soar, firefighters — like this U.S. Forest Service crew seen battling the Basin fire — have an even tougher job.

Chelan Falls, Washington, January 5, 2010– After eight years of developing outdoor gear for wildland firefighters and search and rescue teams, Coaxsher™ is excited to announce its first venture into ...