The Anchorage Fire Department

06/19/2026

While Truck 3 is in the , Div. Chief Oral Scott takes the time to answer a question he received about what a small door is for next to the outriggers. Do you have a question about any of our apparatus? Leave it in the comments!

06/19/2026

Sometimes what you want isn’t what you need. 😂

06/18/2026

Helmets are available while the supply lasts!

🚴 Reminder: Bicycle are available for children and teens at no cost at all Anchorage Fire Department stations.

🗸 Child/teen must be present to ensure the helmet fits and can be adjusted, as needed
🗸 Free helmets are limited to stock on hand
🗸 These helmets are intended for those who could not otherwise obtain a bike helmet

This program is possible in part thanks to gifts to Providence Alaska Foundation from Kendall Auto Alaska and IMA Financial Group, Inc.

Additional to Anchorage Firefighters and their work with to assist with bike helmet restocking, fittings and distribution.

The Anchorage Fire Department

06/18/2026

Smoke permeated the air surrounding a street in an East Anchorage neighborhood last night after a resident found their attached garage filled with smoke and flames. They called and safely evacuated. The fire spread to both levels of the home. flooded to the scene, pulled hoses, initiated a primary search, and went on an offensive fire attack. Due to the volume of items inside the residence, just like a phoenix, the flames stubbornly rekindled multiple time. The fire in the garage space proved challenging. Plywood sheets topped with storage items lay in the rafters fueling the blaze in a tight spot. Firefighters eventually climbed on the roof to cut ventilation holes then doused the flames from above. Firefighters spent nearly three hours on scene finishing the fire attack, ventilation, and overhaul before returning to their stations for rehab.

06/17/2026

🎉🎉Congratulations to the newly promoted Engineer Brian Kneaper🎉🎉
To mark the occasion, Ret. Engineer Marv Kneaper took time out of his retirement to swing by to pin Eng. Kneaper with his new hardware.
Promoting to engineer is a long and difficult process. Thank you to his family and crew who supported him during the endeavor!

06/17/2026

Girdwood Fire and Rescue invited to sunny Girdwood yesterday to provide HazMat training to its members. The HazMat team is based out of in downtown Anchorage. They are an integral resource to communities throughout southcentral.

Anchorage Fire Department: Serving our Community Before, During, and After an Emergency

06/16/2026

found a rainbow in a very unexpected place today. A fire sparked up at Municipality of Anchorage Solid Waste Services Hiland Road location. Without knowing the cause, SWS suggests for users to separate out lithium batteries from regular refuse when dumping. AFD is thankful the Solid Waste Services Disposal Crew who also responded to assist with efforts.

06/15/2026

Right after the two-man crew on Brush 4 used a garden hose to knock down a kitchen fire (unattended cooking) inside a home in a neighborhood off Lake Otis and 68th, another residential fire sprung up in a home in East Anchorage off Muldoon yesterday afternoon. A bathroom fan ignited and caused a fire inside the walls and attic space. Due to the Very High wildfire danger, Brush 4 also responded. Once extinguished and overhaul/ventilation efforts handled, AFD notified the American Red Cross of Alaska the residents of the duplex needed support in the aftermath of the incident.

06/15/2026

Congratulations, Captain Andy Harvey! It is an honor to present a 25-year pin to an outstanding leader such as yourself. Your service to the community and your fellow firefighters throughout the years is truly a gift. Thank you for everything you've done to support us and help shape the culture and character of this department.

06/12/2026

For this Fire Truck Friday, the team of mechanics at the walks you through an air brake check. Operators should conduct pre-trip checks frequently to ensure the safety of the crew and the public. Following the walk through, a mechanic discusses the anatomy of an air brake system and describes what to look for when visually inspecting the system.