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Philadelphia Fire Department

Working around the clock to respond to emergencies and keep residents safe.

Philadelphia Fire Department

What we do

The Philadelphia Fire Department (PFD) provides fire protection and emergency medical services (EMS) to the City of Philadelphia. We are the largest fire department in Pennsylvania, with one of the busiest EMS divisions in the country.

Members of the Fire Department fight fires, provide emergency medical treatment, and rescue people from dangerous situations. Our engines, ladders, and ambulances are housed at 63 stations across the City.

We have specialized divisions that investigate fires, deal with hazardous materials, and help protect Philadelphia International Airport. We also teach the public about fire safety and work to prevent fires through smoke alarm installation.

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Address
240 Spring Garden St.
Philadelphia, PA 19123
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Announcements

Apply to become a firefighter!

Come join the hottest team in town — the Philadelphia Fire Department is recruiting firefighters! You must apply online and schedule to take your test by September 29, 2023. Here are some FAQs about the application process.

PFD accomplishments

Annual fact sheets outline some of the major accomplishments in the Philadelphia Fire Department.

Events

  • Oct
    14
    Radio show: "Let's Talk Safety"
    3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

    Radio show: "Let's Talk Safety"

    October 14, 2023
    3:00 pm to 4:00 pm, 1 hour
    Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel hosts his monthly talk show on WURD radio: 900AM, 96.1FM or online at wurdradio.com 
  • Oct
    21
    Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off
    9:00 am to 3:00 pm
    3033 S 63rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA

    Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off

    October 21, 2023
    9:00 am to 3:00 pm, 6 hours
    3033 S 63rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
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    Safely get rid of toxic, corrosive, flammable or reactive household hazardous waste. Click here for details on products that will be accepted.
  • Nov
    5
    Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off
    9:00 am to 3:00 pm
    3901 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19137, USA

    Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off

    November 5, 2023
    9:00 am to 3:00 pm, 6 hours
    3901 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19137, USA
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    Safely get rid of toxic, corrosive, flammable or reactive household hazardous waste. Click here for details on products that will be accepted.

Leadership

Adam K. Thiel
Fire Commissioner
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