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Wilmington Fire The Wilmington Fire Department is a career, professional fire department established in 1921.

Throwback Thursday: Volunteers of the Phoenix Fire Company with their hand drawn hose cart. Photo circa 1880s
10/08/2026

Throwback Thursday: Volunteers of the Phoenix Fire Company with their hand drawn hose cart. Photo circa 1880s

The Wilmington Fire Department reminds everyone that when a battery powered device is fully charged, unplug it. Unplug ...
10/08/2026

The Wilmington Fire Department reminds everyone that when a battery powered device is fully charged, unplug it. Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Leaving it plugged in
longer than needed can increase heat and stress on the battery. For
more info: fpw.org.

As Fire Prevention Week continues, the Wilmington Fire Department reminds you to always use appoved and certified chargi...
10/07/2026

As Fire Prevention Week continues, the Wilmington Fire Department reminds you to always use appoved and certified charging devices when charging your electronic and battery operated devices. One of the largest causes of fires involving re-chargable items is the use of non-approved chargers.

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or ones
approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can
damage the battery and increase the risk of fire. For more info:
fpw.org.

Squad 4 and Battalion Chief 1 assisted with this rescue on Tuesday October 6th.
10/07/2026

Squad 4 and Battalion Chief 1 assisted with this rescue on Tuesday October 6th.

10/06/2026

Never charge e-bikes, scooters, and larger power tools inside.

October 4th through 10th is Fire Prevetion Week. The WilmingtonFire Department is teaming up with NFPA to promote this ...
10/05/2026

October 4th through 10th is Fire Prevetion Week. The WilmingtonFire Department is teaming up with NFPA to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week™
Charge into Fire Safety™: Safe Charging Is a Superpower. Help us spread
the word that everyday actions can help prevent lithium-ion battery
fires. Use your charging superpower by making smart choices every
time you plug in. For more info: fpw.org.

Chief Looney and the Wilmington Fire Department are proud to welcome 30 new Probationary Firefighter/EMTs to the departm...
09/29/2026

Chief Looney and the Wilmington Fire Department are proud to welcome 30 new Probationary Firefighter/EMTs to the department. On Monday evening, September 28, 2026; a graduation ceremony for the Wilmington Fire Department 45th Recruit Academy was held at Salesianum School. The class includes 12 new new Firefighter/EMT positions, binging the department’s uniformed staffing to 198. During the ceremony, the new members were issued their badges and station assignments by Chief of Fire John Looney. Three recruits were honored for their performance in the academy: Probationary Firefighter William Gleason was achieved the academic award for the highest grade average during academy training. Probationary Firefighter Brendan Thompson was given the Perseverance Award for overcoming adversity and succeeding during the academy. And Probationary Firefighter Samara Gayle was awarded the Fire Chief’s Award for her leadership and dedication during the academy. Wilmington’s newest Firefighter/EMTs are:


Probationary Firefighter Julian Alcantara-Sanchez
Probationary Firefighter Connor Atkinson
Probationary Firefighter Parker Ball
Probationary Firefighter Kevin Beans
Probationary Firefighter Evan Burgomaster
Probationary Firefighter Richard Brown
Probationary Firefighter Evan Bush
Probationary Firefighter Jason Capo
Probationary Firefighter Dominic Carrozza
Probationary Firefighter Christopher Casapulla
Probationary Firefighter Thomas Delacruz
Probationary Firefighter Dominic Davis
Probationary Firefighter Brandon Foley
Probationary Firefighter Jude Gallagher
Probationary Firefighter Samara Gayle

Probationary Firefighter William Gleason
Probationary Firefighter Jyheir Harris
Probationary Firefighter Malik Moody
Probationary Firefighter Cody Moore
Probationary Firefighter Taylor Moore
Probationary Firefighter Brian O’Neill
Probationary Firefighter Evan Painter
Probationary Firefighter Jackson Pyle
Probationary Firefighter Sebastien Orozco
Probationary Firefighter Jenna Strickland
Probationary Firefighter Brendan Thompson
Probationary Firefighter Davon Thompson
Probationary Firefighter Cole Warrington
Probationary Firefighter Xavier White
Probationary Firefighter Georgiy Zavalnik

Today the Wilmington Fire Department honors the memory of Captain Christopher Leach, Lieutenant Jerry Fickes, and Lieute...
09/24/2026

Today the Wilmington Fire Department honors the memory of Captain Christopher Leach, Lieutenant Jerry Fickes, and Lieutenant Ardythe “Ardy” Hope. The brave members made the ultimate sacrifice 10 years ago today while battling a residential fire at 1927 Lakeview Road.

WFD members and families, as well as members of other emergency services gathered at three events today to commemorate the 10th anniversary of this tragedy. First was a run to the Lakeview Road memorial site very early this this morning. The early run was mainly for members who were on shift today. Later in the MOR another run was held to the memorial for members and families. Then this afternoon, the department came together with the families and members of other services to honor the fallen.

Today the Wilmington Fire Department honors the memory of Captain Christopher Leach, Lieutenant Jerry Fickes, and Lieute...
09/24/2026

Today the Wilmington Fire Department honors the memory of Captain Christopher Leach, Lieutenant Jerry Fickes, and Lieutenant Ardythe “Ardy” Hope. The brave members made the ultimate sacrifice 10 years ago today while battling a residential fire at 1927 Lakeview Road.

WFD members and families, as well as members of other emergency services gathered at two events today to commemorate the 10th anniversary of this tragedy. First was a run to the Lakeview Road memorial site this morning. Then this afternoon, the department came together with the families and members of other services to honor the fallen.

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22 S Heald Street
Wilmington, DE
19801

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+13025763950

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