How old is your Smoke Alarm?

Posted on: 02/06/2013

Smoke Alarms can save lives, but only if you have them in your home, and they are properly maintained. Even a properly maintained smoke alarm will not last forever- the lifespan of a smoke alarm is 10 years! Check the…

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2012 Run Numbers Tallied

Posted on: 02/06/2013

In February 2013, Toledo Fire & Rescue Department’s Operations Bureau released run totals for the year 2012. Total incidents were 55,733, an increase of 1,447. While fire responses were down by 490, structure fires were up 1,212. Medical emergencies were up…

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Toledo Firefighters Begin E.M.T. Recertification

Posted on: 10/17/2012

Beginning in September and ending before December 31, 2012, Toledo Fire & Rescue members will be going through E.M.T. recertification to maintain standing with the State of Ohio. While many citizens may not be aware, all Toledo firefighters are State of Ohio…

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New S.C.B.A.’s Placed Into Service

Posted on: 10/16/2012

Toledo Fire & Rescue Department recently placed into service brand new self-contained breathing apparatuses, or S.C.B.A.’s. This purchase was made possible by a 2011 Assistance to Firefighters Grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.  This grant covered 80% of…

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New Fire Recruit Class

Posted on: 10/14/2012

On Monday, December 3, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., Toledo Fire & Rescue Department will hold a swearing in ceremony to add 43 fire recruits to the department roster. The ceremony will take place in Toledo City Council chambers located in…

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