15 years ago today, tragedy struck at 123 N. Bedford Street, where a fire broke out on the porch as four people slept inside. There was only one working smoke alarm in the two-story house.
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Remembering Peter Talen and the Lessons We Learned
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Madison Fire Now Hiring Firefighter/EMTs
postedFor the first time since 2019, the Madison Fire Department is accepting applications for the position of fulltime firefighter/EMT.
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Madison Fire to Host Virtual Recruitment Open Houses
postedFor the first time ever, the Madison Fire Department (MFD) hosts a series of virtual recruitment open houses aimed at introducing new audiences to the idea of becoming a career firefighter/EMT.
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11th annual 9/11 'Never Forget' Blood Drive
postedMADISON, Wis. (Aug. 30, 2022) - The American Red Cross and the Madison Fire and Police Departments are hosting the 11th annual Never Forget Blood Drive Saturday, Sept. 10 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Firefighters Issue Safety Reminders Ahead Of July 4 Weekend
postedAs the Fourth of July holiday approaches, the City of Madison Fire Department reminds everyone to enjoy the holiday safely.
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Medic 14, City's Ninth Ambulance, Now In Service On Dairy Drive
postedMedic 14 is now in service and responding to emergency medical calls on Madison’s southeast side, bringing additional advanced life support (ALS) emergency services to the area.
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Fire Chief Steven Davis Announces Retirement
postedAfter 32 years of dedicated service to the City of Madison, Fire Chief Steven Davis announces his retirement from the Madison Fire Department effective April 1, 2022.
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Madison Fire, Police, Red Cross Observe 9/11 Anniversary
postedThe Madison Fire Department, Madison Police Department, and the American Red Cross of Wisconsin invite the public to give the gift of life through blood donation during the 10th annual “Never Forget” Blood Drive.
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Alternative Emergency Response Initiative Launches Sept. 1
postedA new initiative designed to provide alternative emergency response for individuals who are in crisis is set to launch next week.
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Madison Public Library’s It Takes A Village Community Resource Fair Brings Together South Side Resources for Local Residents
postedMADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library is hosting an in-person, outdoor resource fair at Penn Park on Tuesday, June 29 from 12-5 p.m.
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City to Present, Gather Input About Alternative Crisis Response Team
postedIn its ongoing efforts to re-imagine public safety, the City of Madison is planning a virtual public information session to seek public input on an innovative new pilot program called CARES.
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Madison Fire Acquires First-Ever Electric Municipal Fire Engine
postedThe Madison Fire Department, City of Madison, Pierce Manufacturing and Oshkosh Airport Products introduce the revolutionary Volterra™ platform of electric vehicles for the fire and emergency market.