Baton Rouge Fire Department

05/29/2026

Today, Baton Rouge Fire Department members joined the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, members of the FDNY, community leaders, and attendees at LSU’s Parade Ground as the Steel Across America tour made its stop in Baton Rouge.

At the center of the ceremony stood a steel beam recovered from the South Tower of the World Trade Center.

For many in attendance, seeing it was powerful. Touching it was something else entirely.

Twenty-five years later, that steel remains more than metal. It stands as a reminder of sacrifice, service, resilience, and the lives forever changed by September 11, 2001.

We are honored to help remember the fallen, stand alongside our brothers and sisters of the FDNY, and help ensure their legacy endures. 🇺🇸

05/28/2026

Travis McCarley has been promoted to Chief of Safety with the Baton Rouge Fire Department. 🚒

Chief McCarley began his career with BRFD in August of 1998 and has served the department and the citizens of Baton Rouge for more than 27 years. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated professionalism, dedication, and a strong commitment to the safety and wellbeing of both the public and fellow firefighters. 👏

This promotion reflects his years of experience and continued service to the department in an important leadership role.

Congratulations, Chief McCarley, on this well-earned promotion and thank you for your continued service to BRFD and to the citizens of Baton Rouge.

05/28/2026

Congratulations to Joseph D’Antoni on his promotion to Captain with the Baton Rouge Fire Department. 🚒

Captain D’Antoni began his career with BRFD in April of 2007 and has dedicated nearly two decades of service to the citizens of Baton Rouge. His experience, commitment, and steady leadership have earned him this well-deserved promotion. 👏

Congratulations, Captain D’Antoni, and thank you for your continued dedication both to BRFD and to the citizens we serve.

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Brennan Hood on his promotion to Fire Equipment Operator.

Brennan joined the Baton Rouge Fire Department in June 2014 and has continued to serve our department and the community with dedication. Please join us in congratulating him on this well-earned promotion.

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Travis Parker on his promotion to Fire Captain.

Travis joined the Baton Rouge Fire Department in April 2007 and has spent nearly two decades serving our department and the community. In his new role as Fire Captain, he will lead crews at emergency scenes, help guide daily station operations, and continue supporting the mission to protect life and property.

Please join us in congratulating Captain Parker on this well-earned promotion.

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Ricky Fuller on his promotion to Fire Equipment Operator.

Ricky joined the Baton Rouge Fire Department in June 2014 and has continued to serve our department and community with dedication. As a Fire Equipment Operator, he will be responsible for safely operating fire apparatus and supporting crews at emergency scenes.

Please join us in congratulating Ricky on this well-earned promotion.

05/25/2026

Please celebrate safely this Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

05/23/2026

Earlier this week, family, friends, and fellow firefighters gathered at Station 13 to celebrate the retirement of District Chief Paul Pinsonat after 31 years of dedicated service with the Baton Rouge Fire Department. Congratulations, Chief Pinsonat, and thank you for your commitment, leadership, and service throughout the years. 🚒👏