One of the many responsibilities of #DCsBravest .

Platoon 1 responded to 629 calls on May 3rd-4th. There were 186 critical and 332 non-critical EMS dispatches, and 111 Fire related incidents and other types of emergencies, including 1 working structure fire. #DCsBravest

On May 4th, 1950, Private Ernest W. Howard, Communications Division, died in the Line of Duty from heart disease. Never Forget.

This fire was controlled with a Box Alarm assignment. #DCsBravest
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It was pre-school Truck Day at the Chevy Chase Baptist Church Childrens Center, and what better truck to bring than a fire truck! Engine 31 did the honors for these young ones. Every day is a community day. #DCsBravest

Assistant Medical Director Dr. David Vitberg presenting at The American College of Surgeons Point Counterpoint Conference in Baltimore. The Dr. was on a panel of area jurisdiction medical directors with prehospital blood programs. DC has already field infused 16 Pts. #DCsBravest

Firefighter from Rescue 1 emerges from burning home on Edson Pl. NE with dog he carried to safety from the 3rd floor. 2 adults and this dog are displaced and the Red Cross NCGC has been requested to assist. #DCsBravest

Update Working Fire 4500 block Edson Pl. NE. Fire 1st floor rear with extension above in a 3 story occupied building. Fire knocked down. Opening up & checking for further extension. 1 dog removed to safety by firefighters. #DCsBravest

Working Fire 4500 block Edson Pl. NE. Fire showing wood frame structure. #DCsBravest

Update Box Alarm 1700 block Randolph St NE. Fire in walls on first floor. Opening up and extinguishing fire. No reported injuries. #DCsBravest

Box Alarm 1700 block Randolph St NE. Smoke showing from gable of 2 story house. Possible fire in walls. #DCsBravest

It's almost pool season, which means it's a great time to get your lifeguard certification - and you can get it for free with @dcdpr.🛟

Get ready to make money and have a great summer➡️
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An inspector from Washington Gas presenting to our members on the intricacies of the natural gas system in DC and the best way to deal with various related emergency situations. Every day is a training day. #DCsBravest