DC Fire and EMS Department

Engine 2 from the Chinatown firehouse paid a visit to the King Library to display their apparatus for the youngsters as well as read to them. Every day is a community day for #DCsBravest

3 injured after hybrid vehicle crashes, catches fire in Southeast DC wjla.com/news/local/hyb…

May 4th is International Firefighters Day, and we recognize the men and women across the world who put their lives on the line for their communities, especially those of #DCsBravest.

Today, we're celebrating International Firefighters' Day in Washington, DC. Our @dcfireems teams are critical to the safety of our residents—and every day, they show us why we call them DC's Bravest. Thank you for your service and for your bravery, DC firefighters!

Rainy season is here, DC! This week, we'll post daily #FloodPreparedness tips to help you stay ready for whatever the season brings. Get started at ready.dc.gov.

Honoring DC’s Bravest. We’re grateful for DC’s firefighters and crews worldwide who show up every day ready to protect and serve. Your courage strengthens our city and we’re thankful for all you do. Happy International Firefighters Day! #DCsBravest

Three hurt after hybrid vehicle involved in fiery crash in Southeast DC dcnewsnow.com/news/local-new…

Gas leak possibly caused fire on rooftop of DC building: Officials dcnewsnow.com/news/local-new…

On Sunday 5/3/26, Platoon 3 responded to 522 calls, including 407 EMS calls, 86 fire calls, and 29 other calls. In total, there were 1,007 emergency vehicle responses and 225 patient transports. #DCsBravest

Eagle helicopter from @usparkpolicepio utilized to check for any additional patients in adjacent wooded area. 3 patients transported, 2 in serious condition.

Crash with fire and injuries 9th St & Southern Ave SE dispatched 11:06 PM on 5/3. Hybrid vehicle, 1 of 2 vehicles involved, caught fire. Hazmat Unit requested but battery component not involved. Fire was extinguished by #DCsBravest.

Update Box Alarm 1300 block 4th St SE. Gas has been secured. No extension below. No injuries. #DCsBravest

Box Alarm Updated address 1300 block 4th SE. All rooftop fire knocked down. Have active gas leak from involved grill. Attempting to secure gas. Checking apartments below. No injuries reported. #DCsBravest

Update Box Alarm 300 block Tingey St SE. Fire on rooftop knocked down. Checking for extension. Request additional truck and air unit. No report of injuries. #DCsBravest

Box Alarm 300 block Tingey St SE. Propane grills on fire on rooftop of multi-story building extending to roofing materials. #DCsBrsvest

Activated sprinkler confined the fire pending final extinguishment by #DCsBravest.

Update Box Alarm 2800 block 23rd Pl. SE. 2 turtles survived due to efforts of Truck 16. Fire confined to 3rd floor apartment & under control with no injuries. @RedCrossNCGC requested for 8 displaced residents. Fire investigators on scene. #DCsBravest

Box Alarm 2800 block 23rd Pl. SE. Fire 3rd floor apartment with sprinkler activation. 1 hose line in operation. Request additional truck and air unit. #DCsBravest

These dedicated volunteers are always there for #DCsBravest

On Saturday 5/2/26, Platoon 2 responded to 595 calls, including 465 EMS calls, 97 fire calls, and 33 other calls. In total, there were 1,168 emergency vehicle responses and 239 patient transports. #DCsBravest