Philadelphia Fire Department

Our FIRST first responders are the call-takers and dispatchers at our 911 center. They often hear from people on their worst days, and they make sure our medics and firefighters are dispatched quickly to deal with an emergency. Take the test now to apply to be one of?#Phillysbravest: https://bit.ly/3Vrm3T1 #Philly?#phillyfire?#philadelphiafiredepartment?#dispatcher?#firstresponder?#phillyjobs

REMINDER: When you turn back the clocks this weekend, be sure to check your smoke alarms -- they could save your life! #DaylightSavingTime

Professional development is a vital part of our success. This week several PFD members spent the week at the Philadelphia Fire Academy for the Officer Apprenticeship Program. It's to prepare recently-promoted or soon-to-be promoted lieutenants for their change in rank. The 34 members heard from Commissioner Jeff Thompson and the leadership team, as well as other units within the department like HR and finance. #PFDStrongerTogether

“I was manifesting it! I told my kids – I’m going to be the first Puerto Rican, first Latino Deputy Chief. I bought the insignia and carried it in my pocket, and I would place it on the table to look at while I was studying and taking the test. I prayed on it, put the work in, and made it happen. At times, being bilingual feels like a hidden superpower on this job. I’m able to help and communicate with a grandmother who only speaks Spanish to better express herself, as well as speak with and interact with citizens throughout our locals and I can show kids in our neighborhoods that they too can make it to be a Firefighter and a public servant.” https://lnkd.in/eAXivx-4 #PFDStrongerTogether #HispanicHeritageMonth2024 #Hispanicheritage #Latino

Congratulations to our newest promotees! Earlier this week, four people were promoted and sworn in at Fire HQ: - Fire Lieutenant Matthew Jaroszewski - Fire Paramedic Lieutenant Andrew Mahler - Fire Paramedic Captain Beth Ann Jablonski - Fire Paramedic Services Chief Keith Davis Also recently, Captain Shawn Glynn was sworn in with his family by his side. That includes his mom who retired from the PFD earlier this year, and his dad, who is a current PFD Battalion Chief. #PFDStrongertogether

PA Task Force One has received activation orders and will deploy to North Carolina tomorrow morning (9/26). The task force will be supporting the response to Hurricane Helene. Join us in wishing them a safe journey as they take resources and brotherly love to our neighbors in the south. #PATF1 #Letsroll #PFDStrongerTogether

It was a busy holiday weekend for our PFD members, who responded to more than 2,775 medical and fire incidents. Friday before the long weekend, our Fire Prevention and Code Division team joined with the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania to visit neighborhoods where there were recent fire fatalities. They installed free smoke alarms for neighbors. These photos are from Kensington. If you need smoke alarms for your home, call 311 to put in the request - we'll come install them for free. #PFDStrongerTogether

Congratulations to our newly-promoted PFD members! Tuesday, Commissioner Jeffrey Thompson administered their oath in a room full of family, friends, colleagues, and supporters. We are proud of ALL these promotees, which we're honored to say includes our first Latino Deputy Fire Chief, and our first Black woman Deputy Fire Chief. The promotions include Deputy Chiefs, Battalion Chiefs, Captains, and Lieutenants. Each step in their PFD journey is laying a stronger foundation for future members, and serves as an inspiration to us all. To each person promoted: Thank you for your sacrifice and dedication to this great city. Way to go! ??

We currently have Paramedics and EMTs at the Fire Academy, learning what it takes to be part of the PFD. These dedicated medics study, practice, do teambuilding exercises, and work together to make sure they're ready to help save lives. Want to join them? Check out this FAQ about becoming an EMT with the PFD. #PFDstrongertogether https://lnkd.in/eQQ7VAGj

Let's roll! PA Task Force One is headed to North Carolina to help people affected by Tropical Storm Debby. We're proud to have so many dedicated task force members ready to go at a moment's notice. #letsroll #24x7x365