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Tucson Fire Department

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From humble beginnings in 1881 as an all-volunteer force to a modern all-hazards response agency - ISO Class 1 Rating - We are #TucsonFire 🔥

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linkhttps://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Fire calendar_today07-06-2012 19:26:24

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🚨 THIS ISN’T SNOW! 🚨 Tucson firefighters with Battalion 1 used foam to manage a very aggressive bee swarm around a home on North Reno Ave around 6:15 this morning. Two residents were stung and trapped inside by the swarm. One person drove themselves to the hospital.

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This afternoon, the Tucson Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire at I-10 and Wilmot. A semi without a trailer caught fire on the westbound frontage road shortly after the driver had filled up with diesel, about 110 gallons total. Battalion 4, Engine 6 and 10 extinguished

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This morning, the Tucson Fire Department responded to a house fire in the 5800 block of East Elida Street. One room in the home was damaged. There was also exterior damage. No one was home at the time. Fire Investigators say the fire was started by a neighbor who was burning

This morning, the Tucson Fire Department responded to a house fire in the 5800 block of East Elida Street. 
One room in the home was damaged. There was also exterior damage. No one was home at the time.
Fire Investigators say the fire was started by a neighbor who was burning
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Sometimes you just need a helping hand. Engine 11 B shift responded to help a gentleman up from where he had fallen in the bathroom, when his wife mentioned they had a bedside toilet with handles, but she couldn't get it out of the box. Your midtown TFD crew opened that box and

Sometimes you just need a helping hand.
Engine 11 B shift responded to help a gentleman up from where he had fallen in the bathroom, when his wife mentioned they had a bedside toilet with handles, but she couldn't get it out of the box.
Your midtown TFD crew opened that box and
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The Tucson Fire Department, Battalion 2, is on the scene of a fire at the Speedway Recycling and Landfill Facility in the 7300 block of East Speedway. Winds are pushing smoke west across the city as far east as Columbus Boulevard. The call came in at 8:16. Crews arrive at 8:24.

The Tucson Fire Department, Battalion 2, is on the scene of a fire at the Speedway Recycling and Landfill Facility in the 7300 block of East Speedway.
Winds are pushing smoke west across the city as far east as Columbus Boulevard. 
The call came in at 8:16. 
Crews arrive at 8:24.
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Check out this story from Ryan Fish to learn about one way the Tucson Fire Department is protecting firefighters on the job! kgun9.com/news/community…

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The Tucson Fire Department responded to a house fire this afternoon in the 2900 Block of East Beverly. Dispatched at 3:40, the first engine arrived in under 3 minutes. Smoke was visible from the roof and the back of the house; the fire was in the back bedroom. Crews from

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🔥WILDAND UPDATE🔥 Brush 22 is working the Wapiti Fire near Stanley, Idaho. It's scorched more than 120,000 acres since it lightning sparked it on July 24th. Crews are working structure protection and tackling new fires as part of an initial attack group. They are also lending a

🔥WILDAND UPDATE🔥
Brush 22 is working the Wapiti Fire near Stanley, Idaho. It's scorched more than 120,000 acres since it  lightning sparked it on July 24th.
Crews are working structure protection and tackling new fires as part of an initial attack group.
They are also lending a
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Today, we remember the lives lost on 9/11. The Tucson Fire Department stands united in gratitude and respect for the bravery of first responders and the resilience of the American spirit. #NevForget #911Anniversary

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The Tucson Fire Department is taking the Tower Challenge to honor the heroes of 9/11. Climbing to remember, we stand together in tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. #911TowerChallenge

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🌴PALM TREE RESCUE! The Tucson Fire Department's Technical Rescue Team is participating in a regional palm tree 🌴rescue drill this week at Reid Park. These rescues don't happen often, but departments practice together so they are ready for the real thing!

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🚨🚨Tucson Fire Engine is on scene of an auto accident on 5th and Columbus. Traffic is being affected but the vehicles should be cleared soon. Everyone walked away from this accident and no one was transported. Seat belts save lives!

🚨🚨Tucson Fire Engine is on scene of an auto accident on 5th and Columbus. 
Traffic is being affected but the vehicles should be cleared soon. Everyone walked away from this accident and no one was transported. 
Seat belts save lives!
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💥CHEMISTRY IS THE BOMB💣 After a deep dive into chemistry & substance properties, the Tucson Police Dept Bomb Squad put theory into practice for students at the 5-week Hazardous Materials Technician Certification class at the Public Safety Academy. The training better prepares the