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Fireworks Safety 2026

Learn more about legal and illegal fireworks and fireworks safety tips

To report illegal fireworks year-round, please complete the
DC Fire Marshal Illegal Fireworks Form

Firefighter-EMT Register Effective October 3, 2025

Firefighter/EMT Register, effective October 3, 2025

DC Fire and EMS is Now Hiring

DC Fire and EMS is currently hiring Firefighter/Paramedics and a Supervisory IT Specialist (Deputy CIO)

Whole Blood Program

Learn More About Our New Whole Blood Program

Transfusion of patients by paramedics will increase the chance of surviving a devastating blood loss injury- more than doubling the odds of surviving and making it home from the hospital.

Fire Marshal Hotline

The Fire Marshal Hotline form can be used to report information regarding suspected crimes that involve fire (Arson), fire code violations, or...

Automated External Defibrillator Incentive Program

Learn more about the Automated External Defibrillator Incentive Program

Featured Services

Hands on Hearts CPR AED Program

Request a Fire/Medical Report - Office of Information and Privacy

Ambulance Billing

If you were treated and/or transported by ambulance to a hospital or other healthcare facility in...

Juvenile Firesetter's Intervention Program

The Juvenile Firesetter's Intervention Program is a four week intervention program which...

Business Inspection Service

Learn how to request a fire inspection for your business.

CPR Training Program

Offers CPR training to members of the community under the American Heart Association guidelines.

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Jul 3 2026

Due to Extreme Heat, America's Independence Day Parade is Canceled

(Washington, DC) – The organizers of America's Independence Day Parade,...

Jul 1 2026

Mayor Bowser Celebrates Two Years of Saving Lives Through DC Fire and EMS Department’s Whole Blood Transfusion Program

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser was joined by DC Fire and Emergency Medical...

Jun 29 2026

Mayor Bowser and Public Safety Officials Detail Fourth of July Public Safety Preparations, Outline Resources for Residents and Visitors

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser, District public safety...

Feb 14 2025

Modified District Government Services for Presidents Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, February 17, District Government will observe the...

Feb 13 2025

Mayor Bowser Announces Paramedic Program Partnership with DC Fire & EMS and UDC

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser, DC Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly, Sr.,...

Jun 21 2018

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 25: News from Mayor Muriel Bowser

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 25: Summer Is Here

Jun 14 2018

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 24: News from Mayor Muriel Bowser

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 24: $103 Million

Jun 7 2018

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 23: News from Mayor Muriel Bowser

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 23: DC Housing Expo and Home Show

May 31 2018

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 22: News from Mayor Muriel Bowser

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 22: Ending Gun Violence

May 24 2018

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 21: News from Mayor Muriel Bowser

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 21: Summer 2018

May 6 2026

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly Testimony before the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Hearing Testimony

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly Testimony before the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety...

Feb 19 2026

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly Testimony before the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety Fiscal Year 2025 Performance Hearing Testimony

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly Testimony before the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety...

Dec 4 2025

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly's Testimony on the First Responder Retention Efforts Amendment Act of 2025 Testimony

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly's Testimony on the First Responder Retention Efforts...

May 29 2025

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly's Budget Oversight Hearing Testimony Before the Committee on the Judiciary and Public Safety

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly's Budget Oversight Hearing Testimony Before the Committee...

Mar 5 2025

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly Testimony before the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly Testimony before the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety...

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Due to Extreme Heat, America's Independence Day Parade is Canceled

Date Released:

Fri, 07/03/2026

(Washington, DC) – The organizers of America's Independence Day Parade, scheduled for July 4, 2026, at 10:30 am, have canceled the parade due to extreme heat in the Washington, DC, region.

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the District of Columbia, with heat index values expected to reach between 110°F and 115°F.

This decision was made after extensive and careful consideration of the safety of our participants, spectators and staff as the top priority.