40th Anniversary of Toledo Fire & Rescue Department Paramedic Program

Posted on: 01/23/2014

On January 7, 1974, the first class of Toledo firefighters began training to become Paramedic/firefighters in classroom 32 of the East Laboratory in the Roche Building at what was then the Medical College of Ohio. Now, forty years later, the…

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Incidents Spike During Cold Spell

Posted on: 01/08/2014

The recent cold that enveloped Toledo brought with it an spike in incidents since the first of the year. Toledo Fire & Rescue responds to an average of 150 incidents per 24-hour tour. The total incidents for the first seven…

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Battalion Chief Promotions

Posted on: 12/27/2013

  This morning at 10:00 a.m., in a ceremony in Toledo City Council Chambers, Fire Chief Luis Santiago will promote two Captains to the rank of Battalion Chief. Being promoted is Captain Todd Besteda and Captain Doug Haack. Captain Besteda…

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Holiday Safety Tips

Posted on: 12/17/2013

    As we enter into the full  swing of the winter and holiday season, it’s important to remember a few safety tips in your home. If you have an artificial or fresh tree, make sure that your lights are…

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3rd Annual Toledo Fire vs. Toledo Police Charity Hockey Game

Posted on: 11/20/2013

      Hopefully by now you have in your weekend plans to attend the 3rd Annual Toledo Fire vs. Toledo Police Charity Hockey Game. This Saturday, November 23, 2013, starting at 2:00 p.m with the Safety Day for the…

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