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Every Firefighter at @dcfireandems is trained as an EMT or Paramedic.

That means medical care can begin as soon as crews arrive on a fire engine.

Getting medical care started quickly can help save lives. In an emergency, every second counts.

#EMSWeek #DCsBravest

On Sunday, May 17, 2026, Brian T. Rudy began his service as the Assistant Fire Chief of Technical Services.

Chief Rudy will oversee Fire Prevention, Internal Affairs, Information Technology, and State Safety Oversight.

Congratulations Chief on your appointment.

Over the weekend, @dcdpr and @dcfireandems hosted a Babysitting and Child Safety Training.

43 youth from the District learned critical knowledge and skills to respond to emergencies.

Participants learned hands-only CPR, completed @RedCross babysitting certification, and more.

Over the weekend, @dcdpr and @dcfireandems hosted a Babysitting and Child Safety Training.

43 youth from the District learned critical knowledge and skills to respond to emergencies.

Participants learned hands-only CPR, completed @RedCross babysitting certification, and more.

Over the weekend, @dcdpr and @dcfireandems hosted a Babysitting and Child Safety Training.

43 youth from the District learned critical knowledge and skills to respond to emergencies.

Participants learned hands-only CPR, completed @RedCross babysitting certification, and more.

Over the weekend, @dcdpr and @dcfireandems hosted a Babysitting and Child Safety Training.

43 youth from the District learned critical knowledge and skills to respond to emergencies.

Participants learned hands-only CPR, completed @RedCross babysitting certification, and more.

Did you know?

@dcfireandems receives more than 14,000 medical calls per month. That is nearly 500 medical calls per day.

Our Firefighters/EMTs/Paramedics help people everyday and for many people are the first medical help they receive during an emergency.

#EMSWeek #DCsBravest

May 17 - 23, 2026 is National #EMSWeek.

This week brings together local communities and medical personnel to honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving services of medicine's frontline.

Thank you to #DCsBravest and all EMS providers in the District.

On Wednesday, 6/4/2026, #DCsBravest are teaming up to Save the Beat: Community Wellness Day at Marvin Gaye Park.

Join us as we introduce a new 24/7 public Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for the Ward 7 community.

3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Riverside Center
601 Division Ave NE

Today, Assistant Fire Chief Daniel McCoy hangs up his helmet for the final time as one of #DCsBravest.

For nearly three decades, Chief McCoy has served the residents and visitors of the District with professionalism, determination and collaboration.

Thank you Chief McCoy.

Today, Assistant Fire Chief Daniel McCoy hangs up his helmet for the final time as one of #DCsBravest.

For nearly three decades, Chief McCoy has served the residents and visitors of the District with professionalism, determination and collaboration.

Thank you Chief McCoy.

Today, Assistant Fire Chief Daniel McCoy hangs up his helmet for the final time as one of #DCsBravest.

For nearly three decades, Chief McCoy has served the residents and visitors of the District with professionalism, determination and collaboration.

Thank you Chief McCoy.

Today, Assistant Fire Chief Daniel McCoy hangs up his helmet for the final time as one of #DCsBravest.

For nearly three decades, Chief McCoy has served the residents and visitors of the District with professionalism, determination and collaboration.

Thank you Chief McCoy.

Save the Date: July 25 - 26, 2026
3rd Annual Camp Spark

Join #DCsBravest and @dcfirefighters for a free two-day firefighting experience for young girls between the ages of 12 - 17.

Empowering One, Impacts a Community.

To apply, scan the QR code or visit https://forms.office.com/g/Dct6pXx7X4

For every teen who babysits (or wants to). 🍼👶

DPR & @dcfireandems are hosting a FREE Babysitting & Child Safety Training on Saturday, May 16 at Columbia Heights Community Center.

Ages 12-17:

Learn what actually matters when you’re responsible for someone’s kid:
✅ CPR that works
✅ How to handle choking
✅ Fire safety
✅ Calling 911 with confidence

Plus: Get your Red Cross Babysitting Certification.
This is real training from real first responders. And it’s completely FREE.

Register at DPRevents.com (link in bio) 🔗

Spots fill up. Don’t wait.
#Babysitting #ChildSafety #CPR ##WegotY❤️Uth

For every teen who babysits (or wants to). 🍼👶

DPR & @dcfireandems are hosting a FREE Babysitting & Child Safety Training on Saturday, May 16 at Columbia Heights Community Center.

Ages 12-17:

Learn what actually matters when you’re responsible for someone’s kid:
✅ CPR that works
✅ How to handle choking
✅ Fire safety
✅ Calling 911 with confidence

Plus: Get your Red Cross Babysitting Certification.
This is real training from real first responders. And it’s completely FREE.

Register at DPRevents.com (link in bio) 🔗

Spots fill up. Don’t wait.
#Babysitting #ChildSafety #CPR ##WegotY❤️Uth

The names of Lt. Robert J. Heaney and Technician Stephen W. Shipp, Jr., who died in the line of duty, are now permanently etched on a plaque at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Emmitsburg, MD.

We will never forget Lt. Robert J. Heaney and Technician Stephen W. Shipp, Jr.

Tonight, at the @fireheronfff Candlelight Service, the Roll of Honor was played, luminaries lit, and their names were unveiled on the permanent plaque at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial.

We will never forget Lt. Robert J. Heaney and Technician Stephen W. Shipp, Jr.

Tonight, at the @fireheronfff Candlelight Service, the Roll of Honor was played, luminaries lit, and their names were unveiled on the permanent plaque at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial.

We will never forget Lt. Robert J. Heaney and Technician Stephen W. Shipp, Jr.

Tonight, at the @fireheronfff Candlelight Service, the Roll of Honor was played, luminaries lit, and their names were unveiled on the permanent plaque at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial.

Truck Touch 2026 is here and we can’t wait to see you today, Saturday, 5/2/26,from 8 am - 2 pm, at RFK Stadium - Lot 8 - 2400 East Capitol Street SE.

Learn about our apparatus, get to know #DCsBravest, and learn hands-only CPR.

This annual event is brought to you by @dcdpw