Chief Jones is representing the AFD at ResuscitationAcademy this week! Resuscitation Academy's mission is to increase survival from sudden cardiac arrest. Thanks to our Medical Director, Dr. Northeim with Best EMS for this opportunity!

In a cardiac arrest emergency, an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) can help save a life! Check out this short video and see how easy it is to use one! youtube.com/watch?v=DkVRqp…

Shout out to McDonald's in Addison for treating our crews to lunch today!

Congratulations to probationary Firefighter/Paramedic, Joshua Mowl on being sworn in this morning! Keep up the great work Josh!

This week our crews are familiarizing themselves with Vitruvian West Phase III, a five story, 405-unit, apartment complex, due to be completed soon.

This week we are learning how to “fireproof our culture,” thanks to guest speaker, Pete Havel author of “The Arsonist in the Office.”

As temperatures drop, be sure to to check out and follow these heating safety tips provided by NFPA.

With winter weather on the horizon, be sure you're prepared at home, in your vehicle, and in the event of a power outage! These quick tips are provided by weather.gov/winter.

Spread the word - we're hiring!

This morning we swore in three probationary firefighter/paramedics. Congratulations to Jeff Gateley, Cliff Askins, and Zack Lavell! We are proud of your accomplishments so far!

We are activating our outdoor warning sirens in response to a tornado warning issued by the National Weather Service. Please seek cover and follow local news stations for updates.

UPDATE: The tornado warning has been canceled. The immediate threat has now passed but there is still rain and some hail possible. Please be careful out there tonight.

You may have heard that Atmos Energy announced yesterday their gas lines were over odorized with mercaptan. As a result, several Addison residents may smell gas. Atmos is working on the issue. If you smell gas, call Atmos at 866-322-8667. If you experience an emergency, call 911.

Calling all qualified applicants! We are hiring for Firefighter/Paramedic! If you want to join our family, be sure to apply by November 4th! governmentjobs.com/careers/addiso…

We are so excited to share this opportunity! Are you an aspiring artist or know of someone who is? We have 2 blank canvases (one wall at each fire station) that we want to fill with artwork. Submit entry by: Oct 31 Voting opens to the public: Nov 1 Winners announced: Nov 8

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Be sure to stop by Raising Cane's in Addison (4100 Beltline Rd) and mention "Santa's Heroes" to help us raise funds for this year's Santa's Heroes Holiday Drive!

Help us spread the word - we are hiring Firefighter/Paramedics! Application deadline is November 4th. 48/96 SCHEDULE BEGINNING JANUARY 4, 2025 Scan the QR code or visit addisontx.gov and click on job openings!