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DC Fire And EMS District of Columbia Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department FEMS responds to over 150,000 incidents a year, an average of 435 a day.

The District of Columbia Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department (FEMS) is an all-hazards agency providing emergency medical care and transportation (EMS), fire prevention, fire suppression, hazardous material response, and technical rescue services to residents and visitors in the District of Columbia.

On October 24 1997, Sergeant John M. Carter, 1st Battalion, while detailed to Engine Co. 14, died in the Line of Duty wh...
10/24/2026

On October 24 1997, Sergeant John M. Carter, 1st Battalion, while detailed to Engine Co. 14, died in the Line of Duty when he fell through the 1st floor while attempting to extinguish a grocery store fire at 400 Kennedy St NW, 3rd Alarm on Box 872. Never Forget.

10/23/2026

DC Fire and EMS is so much more than responding to emergencies. Serving means showing up for our community.

Lt. Briana Johnson was inspired to bring a little extra joy and opportunity to her neighborhood by placing a Lil' Free Library in front of her Engine Co. 14.

This special space filled with school supplies and books encourages children in the community to stop by, grab a book, pick up school supplies, and discover the joy of reading and learning.

It’s a simple idea with a BIG impact.

Because being a firefighter isn’t just about saving lives—it’s also about inspiring the next generation.

This week begins the first week of the new University of the District of Columbia Paramedic Program. Twenty students (18...
10/21/2026

This week begins the first week of the new University of the District of Columbia Paramedic Program.

Twenty students (18 are DC Fire And EMS Firefighters) are now enrolled in the District’s first publicly accessible paramedic program.

The curriculum includes labs/lectures at UDC and Advanced Technical Center, clinical rotations at hospitals such as Howard University Hospital, and hands-on internships with DC Fire and EMS.

This is a promise kept by Mayor Bowser for access to healthcare training.

Thank you to all who have played a role in developing this program to bolster DC’s EMS workforce.

This is the first week of Cadet Class 29’s training to become one of . For the next year, 25 District residents will be...
10/20/2026

This is the first week of Cadet Class 29’s training to become one of .

For the next year, 25 District residents will be working towards becoming a Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician.

Thank you to Mayor Bowser for your continuous support of the cadet program.

Join us as we install a new 24/7 public Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in the Ward 7 community. DC Fire And EMS,...
10/15/2026

Join us as we install a new 24/7 public Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in the Ward 7 community.

DC Fire And EMS, Marshall Heights Community Development Organization (MHCDO), and partners invite you to the Save the Beat Community Wellness Day.

Tuesday, October 27, 2026
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
3732 Minnesota Avenue NE
(corner of East Capitol Street NE)

*Music | *Food | *Activities

During and year round, we are proud to partner with colleges and universities in the District on Fire Safety 101. Staf...
10/15/2026

During and year round, we are proud to partner with colleges and universities in the District on Fire Safety 101.

Staff and students on and off campus, can learn more about fire safety and evacuation training, smoke alarms, electric and lithium ion battery safety, cooking safety, and more through sessions or at events on campus.

Scan QR code below to schedule a training or for us to participate in an upcoming event.

10/13/2026

Following the tragic fatal fire in the 600 block of Geranium Street NW, the DC Fire and EMS Fire Prevention team returned to the neighborhood to provide support and important fire safety information to residents.

Our team went door to door, sharing life-saving fire prevention tips and installing smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors in homes.

While we cannot change what happened, we can work together to help prevent future tragedies.

Every home deserves to be a safe home. Our thoughts remain with those affected by this tragedy.

10/10/2026

may be coming to a close for 2026, but, learning how to be fire safe never stops.

Thank you to all who impart critical fire safety/ prevention knowledge to our DC residents/visitors.

All of us play a role in helping to preserve life, health, and property.

2026 emphasizes the importance of having a better understanding of lithium-ion batteries.Here are some useful informat...
10/10/2026

2026 emphasizes the importance of having a better understanding of lithium-ion batteries.

Here are some useful information and tips on how you can help preserve life, health, and property through knowledge, proper use, and disposal of lithium-ion batteries.

College/University Fire Safety 101 in the District helps to ensure that students, faculty, and staff are safe from fires...
10/09/2026

College/University Fire Safety 101 in the District helps to ensure that students, faculty, and staff are safe from fires in housing on/off campus.

During , Howard University Residence Life/Housing Staff and Resident Assistants learned about fire safety/fire extinguishers.

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