﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS Genrated: Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:21:33 GMT--><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"><channel><title>Washington Fire Chiefs - National News</title><link>https://portals7.gomembers.com:443/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ctl/RSS/mid/7666/ev/1/CategoryID/51/CategoryName/National-News/Default.aspx</link><atom:link href="https://portals7.gomembers.com:443/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ctl/RSS/mid/7666/ev/1/CategoryID/51/CategoryName/National-News/Default.aspx" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><description>RSS document</description><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kathleen Harmon (Admin)]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[VIDEOS: Neighbors say fireworks sparked fire that destroyed parts of Connecticut multi-family home]]></title><link>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180172/VIDEOS-Neighbors-say-fireworks-sparked-fire-that-destroyed-parts-of-Connecticut-multi-family-home.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[
 An investigation is underway after a fire destroyed parts of a multi-family home in Enfield Sunday night. It happened on Maple Avenue. 



 Neighbors told Channel 3 that they believe fireworks ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:15:32 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180172/VIDEOS-Neighbors-say-fireworks-sparked-fire-that-destroyed-parts-of-Connecticut-multi-family-home.aspx</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[d16c0d76-ef6d-470b-8bfa-3f541d6b52a9-180172]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kathleen Harmon (Admin)]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Oklahoma State University research aims to protect firefighters from cancer]]></title><link>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180173/Oklahoma-State-University-research-aims-to-protect-firefighters-from-cancer.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[
 When firefighters respond to the scene of a fire, they’re risking far more than burns. They get exposed to cancer-causing components from the fire that can remain on clothing long after the fire is ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:10:57 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180173/Oklahoma-State-University-research-aims-to-protect-firefighters-from-cancer.aspx</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[d16c0d76-ef6d-470b-8bfa-3f541d6b52a9-180173]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kathleen Harmon (Admin)]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Former New York firefighter stumbles upon 9/11 memorial in Ireland, carrying out new mission]]></title><link>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180174/Former-New-York-firefighter-stumbles-upon-911-memorial-in-Ireland-carrying-out-new-mission.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[
 VIDEO: Former Western New York volunteer firefighter Brian Dadswell was deployed to New York City 25 years ago, just 36 hours after the September 11 terrorist attacks, joining crews in the days ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:00:23 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180174/Former-New-York-firefighter-stumbles-upon-911-memorial-in-Ireland-carrying-out-new-mission.aspx</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[d16c0d76-ef6d-470b-8bfa-3f541d6b52a9-180174]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kathleen Harmon (Admin)]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[National multi-agency coordinating group requests short safety stand-down after counterfeit fire shelters found on multiple wildfire incidents]]></title><link>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180155/National-multi-agency-coordinating-group-requests-short-safety-stand-down-after-counterfeit-fire-shelters-found-on-multiple-wildfire-incidents.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[
 The National Multi-Agency Coordinating Group (NMAC) issued a safety bulletin asking wildfire resources to take a 10-minute safety stand-down to check their fire shelters and ensure they meet ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:15:54 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180155/National-multi-agency-coordinating-group-requests-short-safety-stand-down-after-counterfeit-fire-shelters-found-on-multiple-wildfire-incidents.aspx</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[d16c0d76-ef6d-470b-8bfa-3f541d6b52a9-180155]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kathleen Harmon (Admin)]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[VIDEOS: Massive fire burns 3 buildings in one Massachusetts city, sends heavy smoke into sky]]></title><link>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180156/VIDEOS-Massive-fire-burns-3-buildings-in-one-Massachusetts-city-sends-heavy-smoke-into-sky.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[
 A massive fire broke out and spread rapidly between three buildings in Lawrence, Massachusetts, on Sunday, sending heavy smoke into the sky as firefighters from more than 20 neighboring departments ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:10:26 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180156/VIDEOS-Massive-fire-burns-3-buildings-in-one-Massachusetts-city-sends-heavy-smoke-into-sky.aspx</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[d16c0d76-ef6d-470b-8bfa-3f541d6b52a9-180156]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kathleen Harmon (Admin)]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[San Francisco may soon fine autonomous vehicle companies for impeding emergency response]]></title><link>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180157/San-Francisco-may-soon-fine-autonomous-vehicle-companies-for-impeding-emergency-response.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[
 VIDEO: San Francisco first responders are raising concerns about autonomous vehicles blocking emergency routes and delaying response times, prompting city leaders to explore additional ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:05:42 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180157/San-Francisco-may-soon-fine-autonomous-vehicle-companies-for-impeding-emergency-response.aspx</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[d16c0d76-ef6d-470b-8bfa-3f541d6b52a9-180157]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kathleen Harmon (Admin)]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[International News: Witnesses describe how deadly inferno swept through Thailand bar]]></title><link>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180158/International-News-Witnesses-describe-how-deadly-inferno-swept-through-Thailand-bar.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[
 VIDEO: Thai indie band Thotsakan was performing at a packed bar in Bangkok on Sunday when band manager Ice Athipat Wijarn, seated off stage, saw smoke emerging from behind the keyboardist. 



 The ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:00:25 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180158/International-News-Witnesses-describe-how-deadly-inferno-swept-through-Thailand-bar.aspx</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[d16c0d76-ef6d-470b-8bfa-3f541d6b52a9-180158]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kathleen Harmon (Admin)]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[VIDEOS: 3-alarm condo fire in Texas displaces dozens]]></title><link>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180143/VIDEOS-3-alarm-condo-fire-in-Texas-displaces-dozens.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[
 Dallas Fire Rescue said dozens of people were displaced at Campbridge Park Condominiums at 11490 Audelia Road in Northeast Dallas. 



 DFR said they were called out around 1:00 Friday morning for ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:10:04 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180143/VIDEOS-3-alarm-condo-fire-in-Texas-displaces-dozens.aspx</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[d16c0d76-ef6d-470b-8bfa-3f541d6b52a9-180143]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kathleen Harmon (Admin)]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Arizona firefighters stay busy with daily summer snake calls]]></title><link>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180144/Arizona-firefighters-stay-busy-with-daily-summer-snake-calls.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[
 VIDEO: Fountain Hills firefighters are busy this summer. They are not putting out house fires, but rather going on calls for snakes. Fountain Hills fire crews went on about 1,100 snake calls last ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:05:29 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180144/Arizona-firefighters-stay-busy-with-daily-summer-snake-calls.aspx</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[d16c0d76-ef6d-470b-8bfa-3f541d6b52a9-180144]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kathleen Harmon (Admin)]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[NASA plans to light a fire on the moon for the very first time — here’s why]]></title><link>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180145/NASA-plans-to-light-a-fire-on-the-moon-for-the-very-first-time-%e2%80%94-here%e2%80%99s-why.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[
 VIDEO: Astronauts want to light it up on the moon — for science. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, as part of its Artemis program, is planning to conduct combustion experiments on ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:00:26 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://portals7.gomembers.com/washingtonfirechiefs/News/TabId/2286/ArtMID/7666/ArticleID/180145/NASA-plans-to-light-a-fire-on-the-moon-for-the-very-first-time-%e2%80%94-here%e2%80%99s-why.aspx</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[d16c0d76-ef6d-470b-8bfa-3f541d6b52a9-180145]]></dc:identifier></item></channel></rss>