Fire
Outdoor and Open Burning
Want to gather around the fire pit? Only burn clean, dry wood. Have a heavy screen or spark arrestor over the flames. Keep your fire pit at least 15 away from buildings and fences. Click to read all the expectations for Outdoor and Open Burning!
Image description: fire pit placed on cement patio, with a spark arrestor over the bowl, and fire burning in the bowl
Getting Out the Grill?
Know the rules and recommendations pertaining to the type of grill you own. Celebrate summer safely by following our Grilling Guidelines!
Download the PulsePoint app!
Be alerted when someone nearby needs hands-only CPR. Get the app, save a life!
Two AED SaveStations Are Available in Downtown Madison
Located in Library Mall and James Madison Park, these AEDs are accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Click to learn more!
Fire Blog
Daily Reports
- Engine 1 Responds to Bike Trailer Fire Downtown posted
- Vehicle vs. Building Crash at East Side Apartment Complex posted
- Carbon Monoxide Alarm Reveals Refrigerant Leak in Southwest Side Home posted
- MFD, McFarland Fire Extinguish Fire at Dane County Landfill posted
- Three Households Displaced by Fire posted