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MFD Says Goodbye To Retiring Apparatus Engineer Dan McCosky Posted 01/10/2020
This week we say goodbye to Apparatus Engineer Dan McCosky, who retires after nearly 32 years of service! McCosky joined the Madison Fire Department on March 21, 1988. Previously, he was a firefighter at the Milwaukee Fire Department and also served with the National Guard. Before that, he was a volunteer firefighter and EMT at the Maple Bluff Fire Department. Read more »
Meet Firefighter Josh Popanz Posted 07/12/2019
Recruit Class 8 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? I’m at Station 9 (Midvale Blvd.) on the ‘A’ shift. Read more »
Meet Recruit Class 8! Posted 07/07/2019
Earlier this year, Madison welcomed thirteen new firefighter/EMTs to your neighborhood fire station. Recruit Class 8 graduated the MFD Fire Academy in January, and some moved on to the MFD EMS Academy to receive their certification and license as Emergency Medical Technicians. Read more »
Assistant Chief Clay Christenson Retires From MFD Posted 05/10/2019
The Madison Fire Department said goodbye last week to Assistant Chief Clay Christenson, whose vision and commitment to public safety leaves a lasting legacy that will benefit the community for years to come. Read more »
Meet Apparatus Engineer Kirk Munden Posted 04/05/2019
Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 9 (Midvale Blvd.) on the 'A' shift. How long have you been with MFD? I've been with MFD for nine years. Read more »
Peer Support Program Offers A Helping Hand To First Responders Coping With Stress, Trauma Posted 01/24/2019
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Meet Lieutenant Eric Mills Posted 07/12/2018
Four new lieutenants were recently promoted at the MFD. Get to know them all week long on the MFD Blog! Where are you stationed? I am stationed at Firehouse 9 (Midvale/Regent) on the C shift. Read more »
Meet Medical Director Dr. Megan Gussick Posted 06/14/2018
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'Tactical Athlete' Program Aims To Reduce Injuries, Maximize Performance Posted 04/27/2018
When a firefighter is injured, it’s critical they make a fast and thorough recovery before returning to duty. Not only does the community depend on a healthy workforce to perform heroic tasks at a moment’s notice, oftentimes physical injury can also take a psychological toll on the firefighter, who's sidelined as they recover. Read more »
Recruit Class 7 Graduates the MFD Fire Academy Posted 04/24/2018
18 firefighter recruits walked across the stage last Friday to receive their badges and pledge an oath to serve and protect the City of Madison with integrity, courtesy, respect, compassion, and trustworthiness. Read more »
Meet Firefighter Kyle Kampmeier Posted 03/22/2018
Seventeen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Get to know them by subscribing to the MFD Blog. Where are you stationed? Station 9 (Midvale Blvd.) on the 'A' shift. Read more »
Meet Firefighter Brett Bower Posted 03/14/2018
Seventeen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Get to know them by subscribing to the MFD Blog. Where are you stationed? I’m assigned to Station 9 (Midvale Blvd.) on the C shift. Read more »
Old Fire Hoses Find New Life At the Henry Vilas Zoo Posted 12/21/2017
16-year-old Kawan takes hold of the line. With speed and precision she reaches forward, grasping to the ropes and slings with her hands and feet as her body swings upward. Seconds later she’s out of sight, hugging the skylights high above all who watch. Read more »
New Garden Places Fire Station 9 On the Monarch's Map Posted 08/15/2017
Fire Station 9, at corner of Midvale Boulevard and Regent Street, is now a Monarch Waystation, thanks to a generous donation by the Sunset Garden Club! Read more »
Captain Todd Steyer Wraps Up A Fulfilling 30-Year Career With MFD Posted 06/04/2017
After three decades immersed in a career he describes as rewarding, challenging, and gratifying, Captain Todd Steyer retires from the Madison Fire Department. Steyer first took interest in emergency medical service in 1981 while a member of the National Ski Patrol, working alongside a number of EMTs rendering aid to injured skiers. Read more »
Meet Firefighter Jonathon McCray Posted 05/05/2017
Eighteen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Check back daily and get to know them. Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 9 (Midvale Blvd.) riding Engine 9 on the C shift. Read more »
Meet AE Todd Mahoney Posted 04/05/2017
Where are you stationed? My new station is Fire Station 9 (Midvale Blvd. and Regent St.) on the A shift. Where were you previously? I was previously a firefighter/paramedic at Fire Station 8 (Lien Rd.) on the C shift. How long have you been with the MFD? I've been on the MFD for 7 years. Read more »
Sable Flames "Second Alarm" Benefit Enters Its 24th Year Posted 02/10/2017
Sable Flames, Inc., an organization comprised of black fulltime firefighters from around Dane County, is gearing up for its 24th Annual Second Alarm Benefit Dance. Read more »
Retiring Asst. Chief "Little" Laura Laurenzi Leaves Behind Big Shoes To Fill Posted 01/20/2017
“I’m not done giving back to the community,” says retiring Assistant Chief Laura Laurenzi, who’s been serving the City of Madison since October 1988. Her journey to the Madison Fire Department came on a road less traveled. Read more »
Sixth-Generation Firefighter Marc Behrend Retires from MFD Posted 12/30/2016
“I’m one of the lucky ones. I got to do a job I enjoyed doing.” After 28 years with the Madison Fire Department, firefighter Marc Behrend hangs up his gear one last time, bringing a six-generation, 150-year legacy to a close. Since 1867, there has been a Behrend on the MFD roster, taking the family’s lineage all the way back to the department’s volunteer days. Read more »
Retiring Lieutenant Tim Binger Reflects On "A Wonderful Life" Posted 12/22/2016
After 40 years in the fire service, and 29 at the MFD, Lieutenant Tim Binger says he’s ready for a new adventure. Binger first put his feet to the fire in 1976 as a volunteer with the Town of Madison Fire Department. He was eventually hired with the Janesville Fire Department in 1980 and then moved to the Madison Fire Department in 1987, where he’s remained until December 21 of this year. Read more »
Meet AE Wade Raddatz Posted 09/21/2016
Eight new Apparatus Engineers (AEs) were recently promoted and assigned to a station near you! Get to know them on the MFD Blog. Where are you stationed? Read more »
Firefighter Fun Day, Now Double The Fun! Posted 08/02/2016
Firefighter Fun Day has become an annual tradition at Madison's Fire Station 5, "The Nickel," on Cottage Grove Road. This year we're excited to bring Firefighter Fun Day to the west side! Join us for food, face painting, music, games, and much, much more! Take a tour of the fire station and meet your friendly neighborhood firefighters. Read more »
Meet Lt. Ted Higgins Posted 04/13/2016
Seven new lieutenants were promoted earlier this year. We introduce them to you all week long on the MFD blog. What is your new station and shift assignment? Read more »
Meet Lt. Michael McCartney Posted 04/11/2016
Seven new lieutenants were promoted earlier this year. We introduce them to you all week long on the MFD blog. Read more »

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