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Be ready to help save a life at any moment.
Learn Hands-Only CPR, and let’s keep Detroit a HEARTsafe community.🫀
Hear from Firefighter/Paramedic Chris Photiades as he shares his experience, insight and pride in serving the citizens of Detroit.
05/19/2026
This week, we recognize the EMS professionals who step into unpredictable moments every single day with skill, compassion and courage.
Behind every response is years of training, critical decision-making and a commitment to providing the highest level of care to the residents and visitors of our city.
Thank you to our paramedics, EMTs and EMS officers for helping Detroit rise higher. 🚑❤️
Mental health support matters just as much as physical safety in this job.
From difficult calls to the day-to-day stress that comes with serving the city, having resources like First Responder Therapy Dogs gives our members a chance to decompress, reset and focus on their well-being.
Thank you to for continuing to show up for our firefighters, EMS personnel and dispatchers. 🐾❤️
05/14/2026
Mental health matters on and off the job.
This Mental Health Awareness Month, therapy dogs from First Responder Therapy Dogs visited two Detroit firehouses to give our firefighters and EMS personnel a chance to decompress, recharge and focus on wellness while on duty.
Thank you to First Responder Therapy Dogs for supporting the mental health of first responders.
What causes the most home fires in District 2?
Members of our Fire Marshal Division recently met with residents to break down the top three causes of home fires in your area.
Community Risk Reduction is about using real Detroit data to help keep our neighborhoods safe. Find your district and safety information on our website: www.Detroitmi.gov/DFD
05/11/2026
ICYMI: Congratulations to Class 90 on their graduation. This milestone marks the beginning of their careers in fire service and we couldn’t be prouder.
May these Trial Firefighters continue our department’s legacy of courage and dedication to helping others.
DFD Cadet Graduation
05/04/2026
When seconds mattered, Firefighter Donald Faulkner rose to the occasion.
After rescuing a woman from a burning vehicle earlier this year, he was recognized today for his life-saving actions ahead of International Firefighters’ Day.
His bravery is the definition of service.
In Case You Missed It: Community Risk Reduction is here! It’s our prevention-first approach to helping Detroiters stay safe.
Visit our website to learn more about this initiative and ways you can protect your home and loved ones: www.detroitmi.gov/DFD