Tangipahoa Parish Fire District #1

Tangipahoa Parish Fire District #1 Established on May 10, 1948, by the Louisiana Legislature, we are the oldest Fire Protection District in Louisiana.

Housed in the city limits of Amite City, Louisiana we serve the Third Ward of Tangipahoa Parish. Mission Statement:

The mission of Tangipahoa Parish Fire Protection District #1 is to protect lives and property through the prevention and/or mitigation of fires and other public safety emergencies. This mission will be accomplished by providing the public with highly competent, well-trained, and wel

l-led First Responders who are dedicated to the advancement of public safety. Through the timely delivery of fire prevention, investigation, and education programs, we make significant contributions to our community

🎉 PROMOTION ANNOUNCEMENT 🎉We are proud to announce two well-deserved promotions within our department!Please join us in ...
08/17/2026

🎉 PROMOTION ANNOUNCEMENT 🎉

We are proud to announce two well-deserved promotions within our department!

Please join us in congratulating:
🔥 Tyler Vilardo – Promoted from Captain to Fire Prevention Officer (Left)
🔥 Christian Todd – Promoted from Firefighter/Operator to Captain (Right)

Both of these individuals have demonstrated outstanding dedication, leadership, and service to our community. We wish them the absolute best as they step into their new leadership roles! 👨‍🚒🚒

08/14/2026

Tangipahoa Parish president issues burn ban amid dry conditions.

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08/14/2026
🚨🚨🚨Hydrant Testing 🚨🚨🚨Flow testing will be conducted over the next couple of days in the Southwest section of Amite City...
07/13/2026

🚨🚨🚨Hydrant Testing 🚨🚨🚨

Flow testing will be conducted over the next couple of days in the Southwest section of Amite City Limits.
This may cause the disturbance of settlement in the water lines. If you notice discoloration or cloudiness in your home, please allow your water to run a few minutes and it should clear up. 

Today, we pause to honor and celebrate a pillar of our department and our community. District Chief George Coxen dedicat...
06/29/2026

Today, we pause to honor and celebrate a pillar of our department and our community. District Chief George Coxen dedicated over 30 years of selfless, courageous service to the Tangipahoa Parish Fire Protection District #1, retiring in 2016.

Three plus decades of service is more than just a career—it is a lifetime of answering the call in humanity’s toughest moments. Chief Coxen didn't just lead; he mentored generations of firefighters, shaped the safety of our parish, and exemplified what it truly means to be a public servant. His leadership, wisdom, and steady presence left an indelible mark on TPFPD #1 that continues to guide us today.

To George’s beloved family: Please know that our hearts are with you. You shared him with this community for over 30 years, supporting him through the long shifts, sleepless nights, and the inherent dangers of the job. For that sacrifice, we are eternally grateful. You are forever a part of our family.

Rest easy, Chief and thank you for the laughs, lessons, and tough love you showed us.

We have attached pictures of Chief Coxen’s retirement party.

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Amite, LA

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+19857489412

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