Update: Working Fire - Unit Block (0 - 99) 15th Street NE - Fire extended from basement to first floor. All fire extinguished. All searches negative. No injuries to report.

Our newest classes of 911 call taker and dispatcher trainees had the opportunity to join DC Fire and EMS Department personnel aboard Fireboat 1, the John Glenn. They also visited and toured Kingman and Heritage Islands as they continued their geography ride-alongs.

🎆Tomorrow, fire officials from DC, MD, and VA will gather for a media briefing and live demo on fireworks safety to demonstrate the dangers of handling fireworks ahead of this Fourth of July. The event will be held at the MoCo Public Safety Training Academy at 11:45 a.m.

This past weekend DC Fire and EMS were thrilled to be part of the world-famous Savannah Bananas vs. Firefighters game at a sold-out Nationals Park! 🚒⚾ Engine 7 proudly escorted the Firefighters onto the field, bringing the heat before the first pitch! Savannah Bananas

Engine Company 18, the first responders to January’s tragic plane crash near DCA, were surprised with tickets to our home opener by team president Mark Clouse and Washington Legends We're deeply grateful for their ongoing dedication to keeping our community safe 🤍

During the recent heat wave. DC Fire and EMS Department Chief John Donnelly had the opportunity to make several media appearances to inform the public how to stay safe and healthy in the intense heat. Here on FOX 5 DC. #DCsBravest

The DC Fire and EMS Department joins the entire Fire Service Community in mourning the loss of the two Idaho firefighters who were senselessly murdered while working to protect their community. #DCsBravest

In no civilized nation should firefighters be targets for violence. Our prayers are with the loved ones of John Morrison Jr. & Frank Harwood, and with their brothers and sisters on the job. We’re also praying for Dave Tysdal, who remains hospitalized. newsnationnow.com/crime/iaff-pre…

A sad reminder of the dangers from fireworks by #DCsBravest youtu.be/U8dSLShz59Y

Remembering the sacrifice of 4 members who died in the Line of Duty. Memorial helmets now hang from the former firehouse of Engine 22 and Truck 11 in Brightwood. Never Forget. #DCsBravest

A rescue assignment responded to this incident and Rescue Squad 2 safely extricated the occupant. #DCsBravest

Working Fire 5300 block S. Dakota Ave NE. Had fully involved van in P-1 parking garage of a supermarket. Fire knocked down. Heavy smoke conditions in parking garage. No reported injuries. Hazmat Unit requested for fuel leaking from vehicle. #DCsBravest

The #HandsOnHearts hands only CPR team teaching summer youth at the Greater Mount Calvary Church on Rhode Island Avenue NE. Teaching these youngsters to be lifesavers. #DCsBravest

Fire officials from across the DMV sound the warning about the dangers of fireworks. #DCsBravest dcnewsnow.com/news/local-new…

Firefighters put out van fire inside DC parking garage dcnewsnow.com/news/local-new…

Our Facilities Director Sean MacCarthy recently had the opportunity to address Advisory Neighborhood Council 8D on plans to construct a new Fleet Maintenance Facility in their community. We always look forward to community interaction and participation. #DCsBravest

Fire officials from across the DC region gathered on Tuesday to deliver one clear message: fireworks are dangerous—leave them to the professionals. Please take a moment to watch this important message from our Fire Marshal, Edward Kauffman, on how to stay safe this July 4th.

Box Alarm 900 block 6th St SW. Small fire involving a lithium ion battery in an 8th floor apartment. Fire is out. Hazmat unit to continue in and secure the battery. No injuries. Here are some safety tips for these batteries. #DCsBravest

Hazmat Unit removing Lithium Ion battery that ignited while charging in apartment in 900 block 6th St SW. Fortunately this was minor with no injuries. That’s often not the case with these batteries. Never charge or store where they can block your means of escape if they ignite.

Assistant Fire Chief of Operations Tony Kelleher joined Mayor Muriel Bowser along with other city officials and federal partners to brief the public on plans to keep our citizens and visitors safe during the 4th of July celebration in the District. #DCsBravest