The Hoover Fire Department was formed in 1962. Today, the department is made up of 173 dedicated men and women who are led by Fire Chief J.C. Wingate. The department provides emergency and non-emergency services to over 85,000 residents and 44 square miles. The department operates out of 10 fire stations. All of our front line apparatus are ALS (Advanced Life Support). 160 of our personnel are Paramedics.
Mission: Our mission is to respond to fires, rescue situations, hazardous materials incidents and provide emergency medical service of the highest caliber to the citizens in the City of Hoover, Alabama.
Hoover (AL) Police Department
Household Hazardous Waste Day: August 1
Save the date! The ever-popular Hoover Hazardous Waste Day (originally scheduled for May 2nd 2020) has been tentatively rescheduled for August 1st, 2020 at the Hoover MET.
Check out the City's website for updates and more info:
http://ow.ly/KHdJ30qQcWo
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Thank you Frankie Carra for the donation of Skin Defense alcohol free hand sanitizer to our crew at station 3!
Our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Stephen Williams’ friends and family as well as the Moody Police Department.
Tomorrow, May 25, 2020 is Memorial Day. As you enjoy your Memorial Day, please take some time to honor and remember our heroes who paid the ultimate price for our country and the freedom that we so often take for granted.
City of Hoover
***COMMUNITY ALERT***
Please take note of recent updates to the Safer at Home Order that affect the City of Hoover. This includes information from today's order issued by the Jefferson County Health officer.
You can also view a larger version of this document at:
http://www.hooveralabama.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4635/COH-Updated-Openings-52220
May 17-23, 2020, is the 46th annual National EMS Week. In 1974, President Gerald Ford authorized EMS Week to celebrate EMS practitioners and the important work they do in our nation's communities. We appreciate the work our EMT's do every day, especially during the last few months as they have faced a new threat and continue to provide excellent pre-hospital care.
City of Hoover
***COMMUNITY ALERT***
Please take note of a few changes to the re-opening information for city facilities. There are a few minor changes such as hours for the Hoover Met and services available at the Hoover Library.
You can also view a larger version of this document at:
http://www.hooveralabama.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4604/Safer-at-Home-Order-Hoover-5112020
We love and support our brothers and sisters in blue at Hoover (AL) Police Department and all officers across the nation.
National Police Week May 10-16
This week, we honor Police Officers that have been killed in the line of duty. Their service, courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Three hundred seven (307) names are being engraved on the walls of the National Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington, DC, adding to the nearly 22,000 killed in the line of duty already memorialized there. Seven of those are from Alabama:
Sgt. Wytasha Carter - EOW: Jan. 12, 2019
Ofc. Sean Tudor - EOW: Jan. 20, 2019
Ofc. William Buechner, Jr. - EOW: May 19, 2019
Dep. Jay Dailey - EOW: June 11, 2019
Det. Dornell Cousette - EOW: Sept. 16, 2019
Sheriff John "Big John" Williams, Sr. - EOW: Nov. 23, 2019
Agent Billy Clardy III - EOW: Dec. 6, 2019
Gentlemen: Job well done. Rest in peace, we’ll take the Watch from here. #nogreaterlove #wewillneverforget
Due to COVID-19, all of the in-person activities associated with National Police Week were canceled. However, law enforcement leaders, celebrities, U.S. officials, and American icons will still come together to pay tribute to our fallen in a live-streamed Candlelight Vigil at 7pm May 13th. The names of those 307 brave men and women will be read aloud in respect, honor, and remembrance.
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Facebook: @NLEOMF
Twitter: @NLEOMF
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Mayor Brocato Announces City Facility Re-openings
***COMMUNITY ALERT*** Mayor Brocato addresses the reopening of city facilities on May 12, 2020.
City of Hoover
***COMMUNITY ALERT***
Please take note of the following city facilities that will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12th, 2020.
http://www.hooveralabama.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4604/Safer-at-Home-Order-Hoover-5112020
Thank you Alabama National Guard for all your work recently assisting with disinfection of area facilities and now assisting with the installation of this critical equipment to aid in the ability to keep N95 masks usable.
After an ALNG team finished helping Battelle Memorial Institute install a new Critical Care Decontamination System (CCDS) in Birmingham, the operators took a few moments Friday to brief Guard leaders on the functions and capabilities they had brought to the state.
At no charge to healthcare facilities, the CCDS is able to decontaminate 80,000 N95 respirator masks per day and return them to the nurses, doctors, caregivers and first responders on the front lines of #COVID19. The usually single-use masks are a critical piece of PPE and this tool, installed by an Alabama National Guard crew, will help ensure our state's healthcare providers remain equipped for the fight. #TogetherAL #GuardItAL
City of Hoover
In light of the latest health order released by Gov. Ivey today, the City of Hoover is working to determine what city-owned facilities may reopen next week. This announcement will be released on Monday.
Engine 1, Technical Rescue 4, Rescue 40 and Battalion 1 are on scene of a wreck on the bridge from I-65 S to I-459N. Bridge is temporarily closed. Please avoid the area.
Nurses week is May 6-12. We salute our nurses who are truly on the front lines making a positive difference in people’s lives every day.
Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency
Update: The siren is having some intermittent communications issues. We will have a specialist look into the issue. Like always, we ask that you not rely solely on the sirens for warnings, rather, have multiple means in which to receive warning notifications that also include various weather apps, our Everbridge notification system, NOAA weather radios, and others.
We have a siren tech working on the siren near Hoover Country Club and we will sound it once or twice to ensure it is repaired. It did not work during the 10am test today. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Hoover (AL) Police Department Hoover Fire Department City of Hoover
We are saddened to hear of the death of Fire Marshal Fore with Trussville Fire & Rescue. Our thoughts and prayers are with Chief Fore’s family and his fire department family.
Please join us in recognizing International Firefighters Day.
International FireFighters' Day (IFFD) - May 4 2020
Today we recognise firefighters for their extraordinary commitment, exceptional courage and for their selfless service. Tragically we also remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. #honourandrespect
*To firefighters, and to those that support them, across the world, THANK YOU!*
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Please take a moment to stop, reflect on and commemorate the memory of those who are no longer with us and to celebrate the strength that is evident from being members of the firefighting family.
Why not tag a firefighter you'd like to thank or share a photo?
#Thankyou
#Respect4Fireys
#IFFD
#FireFightersDay
#InternationalFireFightersDay
www.firefightersday.org
City of Hoover
***COMMUNITY ALERT***
Are you wondering what Hoover businesses and facilities can and cannot open under the Governor's latest order that goes into effect at 5:00 today? This flier provides information that may help. You can also click here to get a larger view of the document:
http://www.hooveralabama.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4590/Safer-at-home-FAQ
City of Hoover
***COMMUNITY ALERT***
Hoover business owners! We are here to help as you move toward the successful reopening of your establishments. Please review this flier for more information.
Thank you Hoover Cop Stop! It is an honor to serve our city!
Hoover PD wants to thank Hoover Cop Stop for the inspiring sign that they placed at City Hall yesterday. This is another example of the support that the Hoover community gives its First Responders on a daily basis. It is very humbling, and it’s an honor to serve you!
“Drive by City Hall and check out the sign… I hope the PD, FD and EMS know how grateful we are.” -Hoover Cop Stop
We know and appreciate the kind gesture. Thank you!
#welovethisjob #weareinthistogether
#hooverpd
City of Hoover
City of Hoover
Teamwork makes the dream work! City of Hoover employees lent a helping hand to Hoover Helps and Neighborhood Bridges Friday. Together they packed 300 boxes of food to share with children in our city. Thanks to everyone who continues to donate to this important cause!
Thank you Dread River Distilling Company for your generous donation of sanitizing spray. We appreciate what you are doing to help keep first responders safe and healthy!
We would like to thank The Home Depot in Inverness for their generous donation of personal protective equipment. We appreciate your help keeping our personnel safe during this time.
Today's shift started with 2 house fires. This one was in the Greystone neighborhood. Engines 3, 4, 8, 9, Quint 7, Rescue 42 and Battalion 2 responded. We also received assistance from North Shelby Fire Department and Cahaba Valley Fire and EMR District. The fire was quickly brought under control with no injuries to civilians or fire personnel.
We started today's shift with two house fires. This fire was in the Lake Cyrus neighborhood. Engines 2, 6, 10, Truck 11, Rescue 41 and Battalion 1 responded. Crews were able to get control of the fire quickly with no injuries to civilians or fire personnel.
God bless Rickey, his family and the Center Point Fire District
In memory of Rickey L. Davis
City of Hoover
The Hoover City Council will meet tonight, Monday, April 20, 2020, at 6 p.m. via teleconference/video conference.
Anyone may attend this meeting via the internet or phone.
The following link should be utilized to register for and to attend this meeting via the internet:
http://www.hooveralabama.gov/686/Public-Meetings
Stay weather aware today. Go ahead and determine your safe place. Make sure you have flashlights, your cellphones are charged and you monitor the weather via TV, weather radio and smartphone weather apps.
***THIS POST IS OUTDATED. PLEASE SEE OUR TIMELINE FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION.***
Severe weather is expected across much of Central Alabama today & tonight. Two separate waves of thunderstorms are expected; this morning, & the primary severe threat later this afternoon & evening. Strong tornadoes, damaging winds up to 80 mph, & large hail are possible. With multiple waves of thunderstorms expected, some may impact the same areas with periods of locally heavy or intense rainfall. This could lead to flash flooding & is possible across the majority of Central Alabama today. #ALwx
A big thank you to Wellness Pharmacy for your generous donation of hand sanitizer today! We can assure you that this donation will be put to good use.
Cherie and Melissa, two Wellness Pharmacy pharmacists who are Hoover city residents, donated hand sanitizer to the Hoover (AL) Police Department and the Hoover Fire Department today!
#compoundinghandoff #covid19 Congressman Gary Palmer PCCA Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding
City of Hoover
Hoover business owners! Please check out this news letter from Hoover Economic Developer Greg Knighton that gives useful information on upcoming webinars, mentoring opportunities and a virtual town hall meeting taking place tomorrow with Mayor Brocato and other city leaders. Please click the link below to read:
http://www.hooveralabama.gov/CivicSend/ViewMessage/Message/109759
This week is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our award winning brothers and sisters in our 911 center for the work they do for our community. They are the ones you speak to when you call 911. They provide you assistance and guidance while sending the appropriate help you need during your emergency. They also provide us the important information we need to operate safely and efficiently. It has been said they are the "First - First Responders" and we cannot agree more! Please join us in saying thank you to the men and women who provide this critical service for our community.
Engines 2,5,6, Truck 11, Rescue 41 and Battalion 1 responded to Shades Crest Rd on a residential structure fire last night. The fire was quickly brought under control. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Happy Easter Sunday. Today is a day to keep a close eye on the weather. Unfortunately, all modes of severe weather are possible. Remember outdoor tornado sirens are meant to warn people outdoors. You may not hear the siren inside a building so it is important to have other ways to monitor the weather such as weather radios, TV, weather apps for your smartphone, etc.
We are here if you needs us!
2020 Valleydale Rd Ste 201
Hoover, AL
35244
Clay Bentley, Fire Chief
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Short video clip of this week’s Rapid Intervention Crew (RIC) training.
It was a great night to light the City of Hoover Christmas tree. We had the privilege of chauffeuring Mr. and Mrs. Claus to the event with the help of Hoover (AL) Police Department escort.
Santa arrives at City Hall via Truck 4!!!!
Please watch this short video with details about our upcoming Patriots Day Ceremony. City of Hoover Hoover (AL) Police Department Patriots Day Commemoration Ceremony
Yesterday while doing fire extinguisher training with the employees at Homewood Suites in Riverchase, we made 3 new friends. Clay, Cole, and Kensi were visiting their grandparents who were staying at the hotel. Clay and Cole decided to join in on the training. Kensi was ok with just watching. We enjoyed making new friends. It made our day!
Press conference at Station 6 for special announcement.
Engine 3 and Rescue 47 loading toys to be delivered to Santa for Operation Minuteman Santa's Helper. Thanks for your donations! Merry Christmas!
Watch Santa riding in the fire engine to the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony!!
Santa arriving at the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony!!
Veteran's Week Flag Folding Ceremony
Annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Another spectacular fireworks show at Freedom Fest 2016 with Hoover Fire Department keeping everyone safe.
Celebrate Hoover Day
The crew of Engine 2 delivers Santa for an appearance at the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Hoover City Hall! He then will head back to the North Pole to continue his work making gifts until we see him again on Christmas Eve... Stay tuned for details and schedules!
One of the recruits practicing firefighter survival.
Firefighter/Paramedic Landon Johnson competed this past weekend at the Firefighter Throwdown that was held at Fire-Rescue International in Atlanta, GA. The Firefighter Throwdown combines firefighters and fitness in a challenging athletic competition that requires overall strength, endurance and a tough spirit. We are happy and proud to report that Landon placed 13th out of 64 competitors!
Rope demonstration at Hoover National Night Out.
Freedom Fest 2015
The Hoover Fire Department was formed in 1962. Today, the department is made up of 180 dedicated men and women who are led by Fire Chief Clay Bentley. The department provides emergency and non-emergency services to over 89,000 residents and 44 square miles. The department operates out of 10 fire stations. All of our front line apparatus are ALS (Advanced Life Support). 160 of our personnel are Paramedics.
National Association of School Resource Offic
2020 Valleydale Rd Ste 207Gulf Division, 75th Training Command - Army R
1400 Golden Acorn Dr, BirminghamHoover US-army Recruiting Station
2766 John Hawkins Pkwy, Ste 106Army Recruiting Company Birmingham
2766 John Hopkins parkwayNavy Recruiting Station Hoover
2766 John Hawkins Pkwy, Ste 106Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce
3000 Riverchase Galleria, Suite 375Alabama Autism Assistance Program/ The HANDS
300 Shadow Wood Park, Ste 100, Birmingham
Navy Recruiting Station Hoover
2766 John Hawkins Pkwy, Ste 106
Hoover US-army Recruiting Station
2766 John Hawkins Pkwy, Ste 106
Hoover City Schools Alumni Association
2810 Metropolitan Way
Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce
3000 Riverchase Galleria, Suite 375
Hoover City Schools Foundation
2810 Metropolitan Way
Army Recruiting Company Birmingham
2766 John Hopkins parkway