DC Fire and EMS Department

Constant evaluation. Preparation. Honest conversation. Forward command progress. @dcfireems Command Officers, Battalion Aides & EMS Supervisors review incidents, challenge each other, and turn lessons learned into the best outcomes for our city—every day. #WeAreDC

Box Alarm 4500 block Georgia Ave NW. Small fire 1st floor apartment bedroom. Fire knocked down. 1 civilian being evaluated by EMS. Request fire investigators. #DCsBravest

@PGFDNews is considering using a tool that is currently being used and deployed at DC Fire and EMS.   Chief Ronnie Gill and team were onsite gathering product knowledge on the software application. Great day for collaboration between neighboring agencies.

Update Box Alarm 5000 block Overlook Ave SW. Fire has been extinguished. Smoke being ventilated. No injuries. #DCsBravest

Box Alarm 5000 block Overlook Ave SW. Fire in a processing machine in a 5 story building. No injurles reported. #DCsBravest

Update crash with entrapment vehicle overturned Florida and Rhode Island Aves NW. Firefighters extricated 1 adult male being transported serious but non life threatening injuries. #DCsBravest

Crash with entrapment Rhode Islamd and Florida Aves NW. vehicle on its side with driver trapped. #DCsBravest

Truck Co. 7 of @dcfireems—organized as Truck “G” on April 28, 1904—has proudly served Capitol Hill (#Ward6DC) from 414 8th St SE for over 120 years. From horse-drawn aerials to today’s operations, their legacy of pride, skill, and service to #WashingtonDC continues. @charlesallen

At @dcfireems Engine 20, Truck 12, Ambulance 20, Battalion 5, and EMS Supervisor 5, pride shows before the bell hits. Apparatus kept pristine, equipment ready, every detail checked. Preparedness isn’t a moment—it’s a standard. Serving with pride, every tour. #WeAreDC

On Monday 4/27/26, Platoon 1 responded to 597 calls, including 463 EMS calls, 92 fire calls, and 42 other calls. In total, there were 1,106 emergency vehicle responses and 229 patient transports. #DCsBravest

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly, Sr. presented on incident command aspects of the Mid-Air crash on 1/29/26 at @wmata Metro Safety and Security Summit 2026. Thank you @wmataGM for bringing the region together to discuss issues of importance to first responders and partners.

Touch a Fire Truck 🚒 Firefighter story time + meet real firefighters + see a real truck up close. 📅 May 4 • 11am • MLK Library

Its seamless coordination that keeps our city safe and moving. Last Thursday, when a Metrobus caught fire in the 9th Street Tunnel, District agencies responded swiftly and in full force. DC Fire and EMS led an extraordinary response with 41 units and 125 personnel, quickly containing the fire. There were no injuries, and the tunnel’s design performed exactly as intended, preventing structural damage. DPW crews worked overnight to clear debris, remove loose tiles and concrete, and restore safe conditions so the tunnel could reopen as quickly as possible. We extend our sincere appreciation to our partners at @DDOTDC, @wmata, and @dcfireems for their exceptional coordination and commitment during this incident. Read more: wusa9.com/article/news/l…

On Sunday 4/26/26, Platoon 4 responded to 452 calls, including 351 EMS calls, 63 fire calls, and 38 other calls. In total, there were 800 emergency vehicle responses and 183 patient transports. #DCsBravest

Of the over 500 calls answered by @dcfireems on Saturday, 4/25, one involved a trash truck with an active diesel leak on Brentwood Rd NE The Hazmat Unit was requested, and firefighters laid down absorbent and diked the spill to prevent further spread. #DCsBravest

Indy showed me some love—and I showed out 💨 Now I’m rolling into Washington, DC. From tight urban incidents to big summer crowds… I’m ready to move some serious air. See you all soon!! #svitrucks

Members of @FFADC conduct training on their canteen unit quartered at Engine 5 in Georgetown. Day or night, these volunteers staff the canteen whenever there is a significant incident to provide refreshments to #DCsBravest.

Big fires need big water, and 5th Battalion units practiced that art during a heavy duty hook up and dual pumping drill at Alice Deal Middle School. It also gave Engine 20’s probationary firefighter a chance to practice on the pumps. #DCsBravest

On Saturday 4/25/26, Platoon 3 responded to 515 calls, including 398 EMS calls, 72 fire calls, and 45 other calls. In total, there were 964 emergency vehicle responses and 210 patient transports. #DCsBravest

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