Third District Volunteer Fire Department

10/13/2026

October is Fire prevention month. In our community we have a poster contest for the schools located in our district. Every student did an amazing job with creativity and learning new topics on fire safety. This year the focus was on lithium ion batteries, how to charge them properly and the dangers that can cause fire. We really had a great turnout for the contest winners pizza party with the firefighters. They received a certificate and a goodie bag, along with a goodie bag for our parents, grandparents and guardians. We are so proud of every student that participated. We appreciate all our schools participation in fire prevention programs.

10/02/2026

October is Breast Cancer month.

09/26/2026

It was an honor to be invited by St. Martins and recognized for First Responders Night. We joined our brothers and sisters in Fire, Police, Paramedics from our community. Thank you St. Martins for your hospitality. 🚒❤️🤍💙

09/24/2026

It is with a heavy heart that the Third District Volunteer Fire Department announces the passing of Deputy Chief Derrick Kimball.
Deputy Chief Kimball faithfully served the Third District Volunteer Fire Department for 39 years and was a Life Member of the department.
Deputy Chief Kimball was much more than a fellow firefighter. He was a friend, a brother, and a member of our fire service family. Throughout his 39 years of service, he dedicated himself to our department, the fire service, and the community we proudly serve. His commitment, friendship, leadership, and contributions to Third District will forever remain a part of our department’s history and legacy.
Funeral services for Deputy Chief Kimball will be held on Tuesday, September 29th, at Garden of Memories, 4900 Airline Drive, in Metairie.
Visitation will be held from 1000 to 1300 hours, followed by the Funeral Mass at 1300 hours, with procession to his final resting place immediately following the Mass.
The Third District Volunteer Fire Department respectfully requests that any fire department wishing to participate in the static apparatus display arrive at Garden of Memories no later than 0900 hours.
The fire service is a family, and our family mourns the loss of one of our own. We ask that everyone keep Deputy Chief Kimball’s family, friends, and fellow firefighters in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Deputy Chief Derrick Kimball, thank you for 39 years of dedication, service, friendship, leadership, and brotherhood. Your service and legacy will never be forgotten.
Rest easy, Chief. We’ll take it from here.

09/24/2026

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09/21/2026

It is with a heavy heart that the Third District Volunteer Fire Department announces the passing of Deputy Chief Derrick Kimball.
Chief Kimball was much more than a fellow firefighter. He was a friend, a member of our fire service family, and a Life Member of the Third District Volunteer Fire Department.
Throughout his years with TDVFD, Derrick dedicated himself to serving our department and the community. His commitment, friendship, and contributions to Third District Volunteer Fire Department will forever remain a part of our department’s history and legacy.
The fire service is a family, and today our family mourns the loss of one of our own. We extend our deepest condolences, thoughts, and prayers to Derrick’s family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.
Deputy Chief Derrick Kimball, thank you for your years of dedication, service, friendship, and brotherhood. Your service will never be forgotten.
Rest easy, Chief. We’ll take it from here.
Service and memorial information will be announced at a later time as the Kimball family makes the necessary arrangements. We ask that everyone please keep Derrick’s family in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

09/11/2026

09/11/2026

09/05/2026

Westwego Volunteer Fire Department sadly announces the passing of Life Member, Assistant Fire Chief, Retired Operator Robert Guidry, Sr.

Chief Guidry's funeral services will be Wednesday, September 9th from 11:00 am until 1:30 pm @ Mothe Funeral Home - 7040 Lapalco Blvd, Marrero. Mass is in the Chapel at Mothe's for 1:30pm. Procession to follow passing Westwego Fire Station 91. Please keep the Guidry family in your thoughts and prayers.