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Huntsville Fire & Rescue celebrates graduation of 15 cadets trained to serve as firefighters
July 12, 2025
Huntsville Fire & Rescue welcomed 15 new firefighters to the department at a graduation ceremony for the 59th class of cadets. The graduates successfully completed their comprehensive training and will begin working shifts at stations throughout the city. In addition to passing physical and written tests, the firefighters concluded six months of preparation for their new careers with emphasis that included firefighting techniques as well as instruction to be emergency medical [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Fire & Rescue urges caution when using fireworks during holiday
June 30, 2025
With the Fourth of July holiday approaching, the City encourages people to be safe and follow the firework ordinance. Nonexplosive, nonaerial sparkling devices both ground-based and handheld can be used and purchased in the city limits. View for the detailed fireworks ordinance. Huntsville Fire & Rescue reminds consumers that fireworks can result in an unexpected fire and harmful situations. “For many, barbecues and backyard fireworks are a tradition, and when used responsibly and [more]
Read MoreIgnite your journey: Talk with Huntsville Fire & Rescue leadership, firefighters at meet-and-greet events
May 28, 2025
Thinking about applying to Huntsville Fire & Rescue (HFR) or eager to learn more about the job? Make plans to join HFR at two meet-and-greet events. The informal open houses offer the opportunity to talk with HFR Recruiter Capt. Cory Green as well as HFR leadership and firefighters. Attendees can get a sense of station life in addition to HFR’s training facilities. The schedule for the meetups: Thursday, May 29, from 6-8 p.m. [more]
Read MoreSound the alarm: Huntsville Fire & Rescue opens applications for firefighters
May 15, 2025
Huntsville Fire & Rescue (HFR) is sounding the alarm for future firefighters to join the department and make a difference protecting lives and property. HFR announced it will begin accepting applications for firefighters on May 20 and provided details and instructions about navigating the application process at a news conference. City Administrator John Hamilton discusses Huntsville Fire & Rescue opening applications for firefighters. “This is not just a job, it’s a career opportunity,” [more]
Read MoreAir Evac Lifeteam donates windsocks to Huntsville Fire & Rescue to support safer helicopter landings
May 8, 2025
Air Evac Lifeteam has donated two airport-style windsocks to Huntsville Fire & Rescue (HFR) to enhance the safety of medical helicopter landings. The windsocks were installed at two public safety sites: Fire Station 6 on Drake Avenue and the Public Safety Training Field on Triana Boulevard. While the training field location is used to train firefighters for rescue operations with helicopters and their crews, the Drake Avenue location is frequently used [more]
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