South Davis Metro Fire Service Area

10/20/2026

With our deepest condolences, we stand with our brothers and sisters of SLC Fire and mourn the passing of Firefighter John Stevens. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and co-workers during this difficult time.

10/08/2026

South Davis Metro Fire is pleased to announce the promotion of Chief Josh Hardy to the position of Deputy Chief of Administration.

Deputy Chief Hardy started his career at Bountiful City Fire Department part-time in 2003. He graduated from Weber State University’s paramedic program in 2004 and was hired in the first full time paramedic group of South Davis Metro Fire during the consolidation in 2005.

In 2011, Chief Hardy was promoted to the rank of Captain, where he served many roles including recruit academy instructor and EMS logistics officer before his promotion to Battalion Chief in 2022. He held the position of Training Division Chief from 2023-2026.

Chief Hardy holds a Bachelors Degree in English from the University of Utah, a Masters Degree of Business Administration from Western Governors University and is currently a student of the Executive Fire Officer Program at the National Fire Academy.

In his career, Chief Hardy has been employed part-time at South Salt Lake City Fire and is currently an instructor for the Utah Fire and Rescue Academy at UVU.

In his free time, Chief Hardy enjoys spending time with his wife of 24 years, Jenn, and their 3 girls. He enjoys hiking with his dog, watching Padres baseball, and relaxing days on the beach near the ocean.

Congratulations on your promotion, Deputy Chief Hardy!

10/08/2026

South Davis Metro Fire is pleased to announce the addition of Operations Deputy Chief Nick Dodge.

Chief Dodge comes from a long, and successful, 24 year career at West Valley City Fire where he served in the positions of Firefighter/Paramedic, Engineer, Captain, and Battalion Chief.

After graduating from Weber State University’s Paramedic program, Chief Dodge was a paramedic on the West Valley SWAT Team and was an instrumental resource in the conception of the West Valley Fire Critical Care Paramedic Program. From 2016-2022, he was also employed part-time as a Flight Paramedic for University of Utah AirMed.

Chief Dodge continued his education at Weber State University where he obtained an associates degree in Emergency Care and Rescue and a bachelors degree in Emergency Services Management. He also holds a Masters Degree of Science in Leadership from Grand Canyon University and is currently enrolled in the Executive Fire Officers program at the National Fire Academy.

In his free time, Chief Dodge enjoys spending time with his beloved wife of 15 years, Bree, and their 3 children. When he’s not cheering for his Chicago Bears, Chief Dodge enjoys fly fishing and improving his golf game.

Welcome to South Davis Metro Fire, Chief Dodge. Congratulations!

10/07/2026

10/06/2026

Crews responded to an early morning commercial structure fire in NSL on Tuesday. Truck 85 arrived on a general fire alarm to find flames from a second story window. The alarm was upgraded to full structure assignment. CO85 made entry to quickly control and contain the fire to one office unit. No injuries to FFs or civilians. Cause under investigation by the SDMFA investigations team.

10/05/2026

Nice weather this weekend made for busy recreation in Mueller Park. 2 separate incidents required response from SDMFA with assistance from Davis County Search and Rescue.

09/28/2026

Our deepest condolences as we mourn the tragic passing of SLC Firefighter Gabe Reilly in an off duty accident. We stand united, with heavy hearts, amongst our brothers and sisters of the Salt Lake City Fire Department.

09/17/2026

At 12:20 yesterday afternoon, Bountiful dispatched received multiple calls for smoke coming from a residence on the 3100 block and Orchard drive in Bountiful. On arrival, fire crews found a working fire in a storage unit attached to a carport. Fire control was achieved in 11 minutes and the fire was confirmed out within 18 minutes of dispatch. No injuries to civilians or firefighters. The cause is under investigation.

09/11/2026

At 12:17 this afternoon, a 911 call was placed for an individual possibly having a stroke. The individual was at the top of skyline drive above the “B” in Bountiful. BC81, ME81, A81 and Utility 84 responded up the canyon and made patient contact. Due to the location and severity of the call, a helicopter responded to the scene. The patient was transported by air to an area hospital in serious condition. Thank you to University of Utah - AirMed for the timely assist.