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Inauguration 2025

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Firefighter-EMT Register Effective November 12, 2024

Firefighter/EMT Register, effective November 12, 2024

DC Fire and EMS is Now Hiring

DC Fire and EMS is currently hiring Firefighter/Paramedics and an Assistant Medical Director

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

Hands on Hearts CPR Training

DC Fire and EMS wants to train you to have “Hands on Hearts.” Sign up for “Hands on Hearts” to receive hands-only CPR and Automated External Defibrillator awareness.

Featured Services

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...

Business Inspection Service

Learn how to request a fire inspection for your business.

Hands on Hearts CPR AED Program

Free Smoke Alarms

District-wide initiative ensures that all DC homes have working smoke alarms.

Juvenile Firesetter's Intervention Program

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

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Nov 7 2024

Modified District Government Services for Veterans Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, November 11, the District Government will observe Veterans Day. While...

Nov 1 2024

Mayor Bowser Marks Start of Hypothermia Season, Urges Residents to Stay Vigilant and Support Neighbors in Need of Warmth and Shelter

Accessible, On-Demand Transportation to Shelter is Available by Calling (202) 399-7093 or 311

Oct 10 2024

Modified District Government Services for Indigenous Peoples’ Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, October 14, the District Government will observe Indigenous Peoples’...

Sep 24 2024

Mayor Bowser Highlights Life-Saving Success of DC Fire and EMS Whole Blood Program

Groundbreaking Initiative Continues to Save Lives, Setting New Standards in Emergency Care

Aug 28 2024

Modified District Government Services for Labor Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, September 2, the District Government will observe the Labor Day...

Jun 21 2018

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

Summer Is Here

Jun 14 2018

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

$103 Million

Jun 7 2018

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

DC Housing Expo and Home Show

May 31 2018

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

Ending Gun Violence

May 24 2018

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

Summer 2018

Apr 10 2024

Fire Chief Testimony - DC Fire and EMS Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Hearing

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

Feb 7 2024

Fire Chief Testimony - FEMS FY 2023 Performance Hearing

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

Mar 29 2023

Fire Chief Testimony - FEMS FY 2023 Budget Hearing

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

Feb 15 2023

Fire Chief Testimony - FEMS 2023 Performance Oversight

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

Apr 7 2022

Fire Chief Testimony - DC Fire and EMS Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Hearing

Aug 1 2022

Firefighter/EMT

#BeDCsBravest - Apply to Become a Firefighter/EMT APPLY NOW Job ID 18238 Location Fire & EMS...

Jan 6 2022

Firefighter/Paramedic

#DCsBravest are looking to hire Firefighter/Paramedics. DC Fire and EMS Firefighter/Paramedics can...

Dec 12 2021

Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic Foreman

#DCsBravest are looking to hire a Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic Foreman.

Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department

Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:45 pm, except District holidays. Firehouses are operational 24/7/365.

Connect With Us
899 North Capitol Street, NE, Suite 3100, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 673-3320
Fax: (202) 462-0807
TTY: 711
Email: [email protected]

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ANC 4D -- National EMS Week Screenings

Last Date:

ANC 4D meeting at Truesdell Educational Center, 800 Ingraham St., NW. Blood pressure and glucose screenings; distribution of fire safety & health education community outreach material.