Greetings! The Louisville Fire Department has been protecting this community for over 160 years, and its members have been protected by the IAFF for over 70. We invite the public to see what is happening with your local firefighters, and we invite our members to stay actively involved with our Union.
The National Fire Protection (NFPA) Association Recommendations for Fire Apparatus
LFD Apparatus List and Mileage
To find and contact your Metro Council Member please
click here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/metro-council/districts-1-26
The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a one-of-a-kind addiction treatment facility specializing in PTSD for IAFF members – and IAFF members only – who are struggling with addiction, PTSD other related behavioral health challenges to receive the help they need in taking the first steps toward recovery. It is a safe haven for members to talk with other members who have faced or overcome similar challenges.
'This is for anybody' | Louisville Fire pushing for greater female representation ... See MoreSee Less
'This is for anybody' | Louisville Fire pushing for greater female representation
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Female firefighters are few and far between in the Louisville Fire Department.2 CommentsComment on Facebook
Being a former firefighter myself I didn't care man or woman comrad beside me but needed the confidence that they could drag me out if I went down, that's approximately 250-300 pounds full gear, tough job that's not for everyone
I’m hearing some big time stories about some of the females.
Louisville Fire in line to receive $6 million from city budget surplus for critical repairs ... See MoreSee Less
Louisville Fire in line to receive $6 million from city budget surplus for critical repairs
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The department has been pleading with Metro Council for funding to make overdue repairs to firehouses, equipment and trucks.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Louisville firefighter union discuss maintenance needs ahead of budget committee meeting
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The fire department is facing $34 million in deferred maintenance.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Louisville Fire department highlights urgent need for millions in repairs, equipment ... See MoreSee Less
Louisville Fire department highlights urgent need for millions in repairs, equipment
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Fire officials have sent over 150 photos and a letter to councilmembers, urging them to address the department's growing infrastructure and equipment needs.1 CommentComment on Facebook
If the mayor's vehicle showed one bit of rust it would immediately be swapped out. But when it's a fire engine or ladder truck it's no big deal. If illegal immigrants had to 'live in' hotels that looked those firehouses some DC politician would be crying a river. But when first responders are expected to use those facilities it's no big deal. Like always the city of Louisville would rather band aid the issue instead of fixing it correctly the first time. City Council how about you fully fund Louisville Fire? Stop making excuses.
IAFF Local #54 President Jeff Taylor dropping off the bikes donated by our members to “bikes or bust.” Jeff challenged the other locals to meet or exceed our donation. ... See MoreSee Less
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Jeff finally got the bike with training wheels
Mayor asking Metro Council to send surplus budget money to Louisville Fire Department ... See MoreSee Less
Mayor asking Metro Council to send surplus budget money to Louisville Fire Department
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Louisville Fire Department has seven stations that are more than 100 years old, and another 11 stations that are more than five decades old.1 CommentComment on Facebook
Good luck and hope you all get what will get you by for now!
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Louisville Fire Department seeks budget surplus to repair deteriorating firehouses, equipment
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The fire department needs more than $30 million to make repairs to deteriorating firehouses.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Louisville firefighters respond to smoky fire at sand company on River Road
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The fire was reported about 9:18 a.m. Friday.1 CommentComment on Facebook
Folks have been busy this week! Stay safe!
Our members have performed incredibly over the last week but it has shown the need for a fully staffed and dedicated heavy rescue. ... See MoreSee Less
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.18 CommentsComment on Facebook
Yes!! LFD needs a dedicated 24 hour fully staffed heavy rescue. And that should be just the beginning! Let’s put E-11 back on track and Q-7 goes back to Truck 7. Then make a plan to fill for the next few years to eliminate the Quints and reactivate E-3 & T-10, E-4 & T-6, E-7, E-14 & T9, E-19 & T-5. And properly staff all of these! I remember when the city completed that process the first time and fire ground efficiency soared. It took a number of years to get there but it made a big difference. Then various mayors started the process to reverse all that. Time to restore it.
How about bring back tier 1 retirement, that’s a good recruiting tool🤷♂️
Or here’s a controversial thought…..Metro Government needs to have funds appropriately allocated so that LFR can be properly supported in their overall functions such as staffing a full time heavy rescue.
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