Franklin Fire Department

06/15/2026

We are so excited to announce that Acadian Ambulance, St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Department, and the Franklin Fire Department are all bringing out emergency vehicles to this year's WellFest!

Kiddos (and kiddos-at-heart) will have the opportunity to see an Air Med helicopter, an ambulance, a patrol boat, and a fire truck (weather permitting) in the back parking lot of our Wellness Center.

Don't miss out on your chance to see the coolest vehicles around!
📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 1029 Northwest Blvd. in Franklin

06/05/2026

📢 UPDATE: The Berwick Branch event has been rescheduled to Friday, July 17, at 2:30 PM.

Get ready to splash, play, and cool down! The local fire department's Water Day events are a summer favorite for children and families throughout the community. Don't miss it! 💦

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we honor the legacy of those who gave everything for our country. May we never forget their sacrifice. 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

Franklin Fire Department receives new cascade system!

I, Fire Chief Chuck Bourgeois, am pleased to announce that Franklin Fire Department has received a new Mako Cascade System purchased thru Delta Fire & Safety - LAEE donated by Saronic Technologies Inc.

A Cascade System is a vital piece of equipment that allows firefighters to refill our SCBAs (Self-contained Breathing Apparatus) after use at an emergency scene whether from a hazardous materials incident, confined space rescue, or from a fire. This new cascade system replaces a 26-year-old system that has been plagued by part failures causing significant down time due to its age and the inability to procure replacement parts.

On behalf of Mayor Foulcard, the City Council, the Citizens of Franklin, and members of Franklin Fire Department, I would like to thank Saronic Technologies for their support of the Franklin Fire Department.

04/28/2026

Chief Bourgeois reports that on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 12:06am, St. Mary 911 received multiple emergency calls reporting a mobile home on fire, at the 200 block of Dixie Road.

Franklin Fire Department and Centerville Fire Department were dispatched. First arriving crews arrived on scene and advised that two vehicles and a mobile home were on fire. Sheriff deputies advised firefighters that all residents were evacuated and accounted for. Firefighters quickly deployed an attack line getting water on fire within 2 minutes of arrival and deemed under control by 12:20, where crews then began overhauling the structure. In total 3 engines, 1 rescue and 12 firefighters responded to scene. No injuries to firefighters or civilians. Cause of the fire remains under investigation, but foul play is not suspected. No working smoke alarms were located inside the home.

Chief Bourgeois would like to thank St Mary 911, Centerville Fire Department, Cleco, St Mary Sheriff's office and Acadian Ambulance for their assistance.

- Chief Chuck Bourgeois

04/27/2026