Hamburg Township Professional Firefighters - IAFF Local 5517

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

This September, your Hamburg Township Firefighters may look a little different.

As you see our crews responding to calls, picking up dinner, or simply out interacting with the community, you may notice some members aren't wearing their usual duty attire. Instead, throughout the month of September, our members will have the opportunity to wear Yellow Rose Campaign T-shirts while on duty.

The Yellow Rose Campaign was first introduced in July 2018 during the Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs Conference following the tragic loss of Lieutenant Jeff Hiltner of the West Bloomfield Fire Department.

The campaign was created to help break the stigma surrounding mental health in public service, encourage open conversations about job-related stress, and connect firefighters and other public safety personnel who may be struggling with the appropriate resources and support.

The symbolism of the Yellow Rose carries an important message. The rose represents confidentiality and trust, while the thorns represent life's trials and challenges. You may also see firefighters wearing Yellow Rose pins, signaling to their peers that they are someone who is willing to listen without judgment.

Throughout September, our crews are encouraged to proudly represent the Yellow Rose Campaign during each of their scheduled shifts.

Our shirts may look a little different this month, but our commitment won't. Same crews. Same service. Same dedication to our community.

And perhaps most importantly, a reminder to our brothers and sisters in public safety:

It's okay to not be okay. You don't have to carry it alone.

08/29/2026

Structure Fire

At approximately 7:00 a.m. this morning, the Hamburg Township Public Safety Department, Hamburg, Michigan USA was dispatched with mutual aid from the Dexter Area Fire Department to the 11000 block of Dunlavy Lane for a reported structure fire.

Chief 102 arrived on scene and found smoke coming from the attached garage of a two-story, single-family residence. Green Oak Charter Township Fire Department Engine 83 was requested to assist at the scene, while Dexter Area Fire Department as well as Putnam Township Fire Department provided coverage for Hamburg Township.

Engine 12 arrived with a crew of two firefighters and one probationary firefighter. The crew entered the garage, located the source of the fire, and extinguished it. Tanker 11 supplied Engine 12 with water.

The fire was brought under control at approximately 7:25 a.m. Crews then conducted overhaul, ventilated the structure, and confirmed that the fire had not extended into the residence. Once the structure was determined to be safe, it was returned to the homeowner.

All crews cleared the scene and returned to service at approximately 8:20 a.m.

HTFD thanks DAFA as well as PTFD for providing coverage to Hamburg Township as well as Green Oak Township Fire Department for supplying Engine 83 and additional personnel at the scene.

08/27/2026

Our heart go out to our friends Plymouth Township Professional Firefighters, the loved ones of FF Bigger, and everyone affected by this tragedy.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out

Frontline Strong: 1-833-347-8766
Crisis Lifeline: 988-273-8255

08/26/2026

Keep our colleagues in Plymouth in your thoughts today.

Official Release from Local 1496

08/04/2026

Answering their questions today so they can lead the world tomorrow. PR events are one of the best parts of public safety. I tell every group of kids that if they are still as excited about police cars and fire trucks at 15 as they were at 5, to come fill out an app. Some of us just never grow out of it 🤷🏻‍♂️

08/04/2026

Heading into the polls today? Don’t forget to support our brothers and sisters in blue.

While fire and police serve side-by-side every day to keep our community safe, our operations are funded through separate millages. Today, the police millage is on the ballot.

As firefighters, we see firsthand the dedication, sacrifice, and essential service our local police officers bring to every call. Strong, well-equipped emergency services rely on community support, and our police department needs yours today.

Whatever your plans are for the day, please make time to cast your vote and support the men and women who help keep us all safe.

Thank you for always supporting your local emergency responders!

05/28/2026

Touch-A-Truck at the Hamburg Township Fun Fest! 🚒🚓

Get ready for an exciting afternoon of police cars, fire trucks and family-friendly entertainment! As part of our Celebrating America 250 festivities, Hamburg Township is hosting a special Touch-A-Truck event. Bring the whole family out to get an up-close look at the impressive vehicles that keep our community moving and safe.

04/22/2026