City of Madison Fire Department

06/21/2026

→ Firefighter
→ Paramedic
→ Hazmat Expert
→ Lake Rescue Diver
→ Confined Space Rescuer
→ Arson Investigator
❤︎ Dad

Our members wear many hats, but none more important than fatherhood. Happy Father’s Day to our members who make an impact at home— and on the job! Today, we celebrate you!

06/21/2026

Please join us in welcoming Sam Wood aboard Medic 5! He begins serving the east side as a Firefighter/Paramedic, on the 'B' shift, effective today.

06/18/2026

It was a beautiful day to celebrate Safety Saturday on the Square! Thanks to all who came to visit us!

06/16/2026

Whether you've already applied to MFD or you're still thinking about doing so someday, all are welcome to register for our upcoming EMS & Fire Service Interview Workshop!

Two sessions will be offered on Saturday, June 27 - please only register for one!

Participants will learn about job interview best practices and have the opportunity to participate in a mock job interview. You'll receive personalized feedback to help improve future performance in job interviews!

Find links to register here: https://www.cityofmadison.com/fire/blog/2026-06-16/register-for-upcoming-fire-ems-interview-workshops

06/15/2026

Did you know we host free Hands-Only CPR classes?

We want everyone to know YOU have the power to save a life! No certification necessary. During our class, you’ll learn what happens when someone experiences sudden cardiac arrest, how to perform effective chest compressions, how to apply an AED, and why the PulsePoint app is an essential tool for increasing cardiac arrest survival rates in our community.

Visit MadisonFire.org/HandsOnlyCPR to register for our next class – Wednesday, June 24, 5:30-7:30 PM, at Fire Station 1!

06/13/2026

Today is 'Safety Saturday! 🎉

Come on down to the Capitol Square, at East Washington Ave., 8 AM-1 PM, to tour our fire trucks, meet your friendly neighborhood firefighters, and visit our partners in safety from across Dane County.

Don't miss our "Jaws of Life" demo at 12:00!

06/12/2026

All new firefighter/EMTs spend 42 months as an Apprentice. During this time, they build upon the knowledge and skills they acquired in Recruit Academy and develop an advanced understanding of all aspects of firefighting and EMS delivery.

Congratulations to our members who recently completed their apprenticeship! Their new black helmet shields replace the orange, signifying their advancement from “Apprentice” status.

06/11/2026

Our crews are making the most of the opportunity to train on vehicle extrication. Here are recent snapshots from Ladder 14 and Engine 11's sessions. Thanks to Alter Metal Recycling for their support!

Want to see a live demo of the "Jaws of Life"? Join us this Saturday at 12:00 PM on the Capitol Square for Safety Saturday! Our demo will take place at the top of East Washington Avenue.

06/11/2026

Effective today, Casey Dolphin steps into the role of Firefighter/Paramedic! He'll be serving Madison's north side on Medic 10 (C shift). Congratulations, FF/PM Dolphin!

06/11/2026

Did you lose power after the storms? Public Health Madison & Dane County offers a few health and safety tips to keep in mind...

There’s still thousands of people without power after Wednesday’s storms and more severe weather could be headed our way.

Our blog post has a few health and safety tips in case you end up in the dark, including what to do about your fridge:
https://tinyurl.com/4kjjkkmh