Meet the MFD
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Meet Apparatus Engineer Becky Blaschka Posted 09/16/2021
Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 10 (Troy Drive) on the 'B' shift. Previously, I was a paramedic at Station 4 near Camp Randall Stadium. How long have you been with the MFD? 20 years. I started on October 15, 2001. Why did you want to be an Apparatus Engineer? Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Will Yackel Posted 08/11/2021
Where are you stationed? I started at Station 10 on the ‘B’ shift (promoted in June of 2019), then had a stint with new recruits in the Training Academy in early 2021. Currently, I’m a roving officer on the ‘B’ shift, filling open spots throughout the city where needed. What was your previous position? Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Carri Holloway Posted 08/04/2021
Where are you stationed? I’m currently stationed at Firehouse 5 (Cottage Grove Road) on the ‘A’ shift. What was your previous position? I held the promoted position of Apparatus Engineer for 5 years. Four of those were spent roving, which means I worked at a different firehouse every shift. How long have you been with the MFD? Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Kevin Hembrook Posted 07/28/2021
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Meet Lieutenant Nick Zimpel Posted 07/21/2021
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Meet Lieutenant Jarad Schmitt Posted 07/14/2021
Where are you stationed? Station 10 (Troy Drive) on the ‘C’ shift. What was your previous position? Apparatus Engineer. I have had the opportunity to serve as a Firefighter, Paramedic, Apparatus Engineer, and Training Officer in my time here at MFD. How long have you been with MFD? Since 2008. Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Lance Radock Posted 07/07/2021
Where are you stationed? I’m stationed at Fire Station 12, ‘C’ shift, on South Point Road on the west side. What was your previous position? I was an Apparatus Engineer and Paramedic. How long have you been with MFD? Since 2008. Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Adam Phillipson Posted 06/30/2021
Where are you stationed? I’m currently at Fire Station 13 (Town Center Drive) on the ‘B’ shift. What was your previous position? Previously I was assigned to Fire Station 8 (Lien Road) on the ‘C’ shift, where I spent 11 years as a Firefighter/Paramedic II and a member of the Heavy Urban Rescue Team. How long have you been with the MFD? Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Ben Boucher Posted 06/24/2021
Where are you stationed? I am assigned to Station 4 (Monroe Street) on the B shift. What was your previous position? My previous position was Apparatus Engineer. How long have you been with the MFD? I’ve been with the MFD since 2008. What do you like about your station and territory? Read more » -
MFD Welcomes New Recruits at First In-Person Ceremony Since COVID-19 Pandemic Posted 06/15/2021
The Madison Fire Department welcomed a new class of firefighters into its ranks at the first in-person graduation ceremony since the COVID-19 pandemic. Joining Recruit Class 11 were the two firefighters from Recruit Class 10, who graduated their Academy last year but did not get to celebrate their accomplishments at a traditional graduation ceremony due to the pandemic. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Brennan Woerth Posted 04/22/2021
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Meet Firefighter Taylor Frosch Posted 04/20/2021
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Assistant Chief Mike Popovich, Celebrating 33 Years at MFD, Retires Posted 03/21/2021
Assistant Chief Mike Popovich takes one last tour on Command Car 31 today—the 33rd anniversary of his very first day on the Madison Fire Department—as he wraps up a rich career that spanned nearly every rank and position within the department. Read more » -
Asst. Chief (Ret.) Arthur Dinkins III Broke Glass Ceiling for Black Firefighters at MFD Posted 02/24/2021
Prior to his career at the Madison Fire Department, Arthur Dinkins III served eight years in the U.S. Navy and was employed at Wisconsin Physicians Service (WPS). He always enjoyed participating in sports and being physically active, though it never occurred to him to become a firefighter. In fact, growing up, he never thought Black people could even be firefighters. Read more » -
Lt. (Ret.) Hubert McKenzie's Legacy Carries On Through Lessons Shared Posted 02/17/2021
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'The Dream Is In the Journey' - Catching Up With Paramedic (Ret.) Leotha Stanley Posted 02/10/2021
Leotha Stanley recently joined us over video chat to reflect on his career at MFD and beyond. Read more » -
Firefighter (Ret.) Kat Jackson Reflects on Career, Calls on Black Women to Join the Fire Service Posted 02/03/2021
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Lieutenant Steve Tennant Retires After 25 Years of Service Posted 01/06/2021
Lieutenant Steve Tennant celebrated with his crew before signing off from Ladder Co. 2 one last time on Monday, January 4, 2021. He did so with gratitude for his colleagues, and for a career that never got old during his two and a half decades with the department. Read more » -
MFD Bids Farewell to Retiring Apparatus Engineer Jon Byrd Posted 01/04/2021
Apparatus Engineer Jon Byrd retires this week, capping off 22 years of service with the City of Madison. Read more » -
Firefighter Lisa Van Buskirk Retires With an Eye Toward the ‘Afterlife’ Posted 12/29/2020
The Madison Fire Department is saying goodbye to Firefighter Lisa Van Buskirk, who retires after 25 years of service and embarks on new, otherworldly ventures. Read more » -
Captain (Ret.) Gil Gonzales Reflects on His 28-Year Career at MFD Posted 10/11/2020
Hazmat Team, Children & Fire Program Co-Founder Left a Legacy The City of Madison and communities across the nation are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, which celebrates the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Read more » -
Farewell to Jerry McMullen, Monona's Next Fire Chief & EMS Director Posted 09/30/2020
Today we say goodbye to Jerry McMullen, Fire Prevention Officer and a Leadworker in our Fire Prevention Division. After nearly 18 years with the Madison Fire Department, McMullen will become the next Fire Chief & EMS Director for the City of Monona! Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Brianna Kruchten Posted 09/03/2020
Recruit Class 9 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Darius Green Posted 09/02/2020
Recruit Class 9 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? Station 4 (Monroe Street), 'A' shift What were you doing prior to MFD? Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Tasha Kirch Posted 09/01/2020
Recruit Class 9 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? Station 3 (Williamson Street), 'A' shift What were you doing prior to MFD? Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Austin Kuhl Posted 08/31/2020
Recruit Class 9 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? Station 2 (Grand Canyon Blvd.), 'C' shift What were you doing prior to MFD? Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Meredith Brezinski Posted 08/28/2020
Recruit Class 9 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? Station 7 (McKenna Blvd.), 'A' shift Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Kevin Julka Posted 08/27/2020
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Meet Firefighter Diondrae Jenkins Posted 08/26/2020
Recruit Class 9 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Chris Villanueva Posted 08/25/2020
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Meet Firefighter Bree Bower Posted 08/24/2020
Recruit Class 9 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? Station 8 (Lien Road), 'B' shift Read more » -
Meet the MFD's Newest Firefighters Posted 08/21/2020
Earlier this year, the Madison Fire Department welcomed Recruit Class 9 to its neighborhood fire stations. Read more » -
'Because Of You…’ A Tribute to the First Women of MFD Posted 04/25/2020
Back (L-R): Rory Ward, Bev Buhr, Denise Sullivan, Laura Smith Front (L-R): Jan Jefferson, Pam Jacobson, Marcia Holtz Not pictured: Mary Freitag Forty years ago today, history was made at the Madison Fire Department. Eight women graduated the Fire Academy, becoming the first women ever to serve on the MFD. Read more » -
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 » -
Ten New Firefighters Join the Ranks Posted 01/03/2020
The Madison Fire Department celebrates the graduation of Recruit Class 9 and welcomes our newest members to the field! In a ceremony at the Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center on December 20, 2019, ten new recruits were sworn in and issued badges, signifying their place as the MFD’s newest firefighters. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Dontrell McIntyre Posted 07/21/2019
Recruit Class 8 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? Station 8 (Lien Road) on the ‘A’ shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Michael Sepulveda Posted 07/20/2019
Recruit Class 8 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? I am at Fire Station 12 on the 'B' shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Allie Feys Posted 07/18/2019
Recruit Class 8 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? Station 4 (Monroe Street) on the ‘C’ Shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Chelsea Utzerath Posted 07/17/2019
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 5 (Cottage Grove Road) on the ‘C’ shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Heather Seeber Posted 07/16/2019
Recruit Class 8 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? I am at Fire Station 12 (South Point Rd.) on the ‘C’ shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Devin Rogers Posted 07/15/2019
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 8 (Lien Road), HURT/Beast Of the East, on the ‘B’ shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Jessie Bowden Posted 07/14/2019
Recruit Class 8 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? Station 7 (McKenna Blvd.), C shift Why did you want to pursue this career? Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Seth Dahmen Posted 07/13/2019
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 1 (W. Dayton Street) on the ‘B’ shift. 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 Firefighter Ryan Liss Posted 07/11/2019
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 5 (Cottage Grove Road) on the 'B' shift. Why did you want to pursue this career? Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Lexi Wagner Posted 07/10/2019
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 4 (Monroe Street) on the 'B' shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Julie Griessmeyer Posted 07/09/2019
Recruit Class 8 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? Currently I work at Station 12 (South Point Road) on the A shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Jay Watson Posted 07/08/2019
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 13 (6350 Town Center Drive) on the B 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 » -
Community Paramedic Gail Campbell Rocks On To Retirement Posted 05/07/2019
Firefighter/Paramedic Gail Campbell has retired from the Madison Fire Department, capping off a career that spanned three decades and served all corners of the city. Campbell was first drawn to the MFD in the 1980s at the encouragement of her then-roommate, Jody Kurilla, now a retired lieutenant with MFD. 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 » -
Meet Apparatus Engineer Wes Buchholz Posted 04/04/2019
Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 12 (South Point Road) on the 'B' shift. Where were you previously? I was a firefighter at Station 2 (Grand Canyon Blvd.) on the 'C' shift. How long have you been with MFD? 10 years Read more » -
Meet Apparatus Engineer David Guthrie Posted 04/03/2019
Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 3 (Williamson Street) on the 'B' shift. Where were you previously? I was a Firefighter/Paramedic 2 at Station 10 (Troy Drive) on the 'C' shift. How long have you been with the MFD? I joined the MFD in October of 2009. Read more » -
Meet Apparatus Engineer Justin Jenkins Posted 04/02/2019
Where are you stationed? My new station assignment is Station 8 (Lien Road) on the 'B' shift. I'm excited to start this new chapter with MFD. How long have you been with MFD? Read more » -
Rick Mulhern, Leader In Technical Rescue and Peer Support, Retires From MFD Posted 02/21/2019
The Madison Fire Department bid farewell to Lieutenant Rick Mulhern earlier this month as he capped off a 25-year career with the MFD and three and a half decades in the fire service. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter D'Juan Roberts Posted 11/08/2018
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 at Fire Station 2 (Grand Canyon Blvd.) on the A shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Derek Epps Posted 11/07/2018
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 at Fire Station 3 (Williamson Street) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Mark Norton Posted 11/06/2018
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 at Station 4 (Monroe Street) on the C shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Jameson Duhr Posted 11/05/2018
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 am assigned to Station 1 (W. Dayton Street) on the C shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Rob Wand Posted 11/02/2018
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 at Fire Station 2 (Grand Canyon Blvd.) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Cody Jones Posted 11/01/2018
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? Fire Station Station 7 (McKenna Blvd.) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Brennan Boughton Posted 10/31/2018
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? Fire Station 10 (Troy Drive) on the A shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Mike Lothe Posted 10/30/2018
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've been at Fire Station 8 (Lien Road) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Mitch Hanson Posted 10/29/2018
Seventeen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Get to know them by subscribing to the MFD Blog. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Sam Coenen Posted 10/26/2018
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 at Fire Station 2 (Grand Canyon Blvd.) on the C shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Marshall Angst Posted 10/25/2018
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 at Station 10 (Troy Drive) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Brandon Courts Posted 10/24/2018
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 at Station 8 (Lien Road) on the C shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Grahm Yahn Posted 10/22/2018
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? I'm stationed at Station 4 (Monroe Street) on the A shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Tom Shannon Posted 10/19/2018
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 13 (Town Center Drive) on the B shift Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Joe Parrillo Posted 10/18/2018
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 8 (Lien Road) on the A shift Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Ryan Dostalek Posted 10/17/2018
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 10 (Troy Drive) on the C shift. Read more » -
MFD Introduces Recruit Class 7! Posted 10/16/2018
The Madison Fire Department welcomed 17 new firefighter/EMTs to its ranks this spring. Recruit Class 7 entered the field following their graduation from the Fire Academy in April and upon completing the EMS Academy in June. Read more » -
Captain Jen Román Receives National Honor For Work With CampHERO Posted 08/09/2018
Madison Fire Department EMS Training Captain Jen Román was honored in Washington, D.C., this summer at the 2018 Jefferson Awards. The Jefferson Awards empower individuals to have maximum impact on the things they care about, to change their communities and the world, and to inspire action. Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Zak Smith Posted 07/13/2018
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 #10 on the B shift. That’s on the north side of Madison. Read more » -
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 Lieutenant Liza Tatar Posted 07/10/2018
Four new lieutenants were recently promoted at the MFD. Get to know them all week long on the MFD Blog! Where are you stationed? Station 10 (Troy Drive), A shift Where were you previously? I was an Apparatus Engineer at Station 1, A shift. Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant David Crossen II Posted 07/09/2018
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 currently assigned to Station 13 on the B shift. Read more » -
Four New Lieutenants Assume Position At Area Fire Stations Posted 07/08/2018
Four new lieutenants were recently promoted, rounding out the group of 10 named last year to assume their new role as positions become available following retirements and other promotions. Read more » -
Meet Medical Director Dr. Megan Gussick Posted 06/14/2018
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Lieutenant Tracy Recob Is Ready For Take-Off Posted 04/26/2018
HazMat Leader Has Her Sights Set On The Next Adventure Lieutenant Tracy Recob bid farewell to the Madison Fire Department this month, putting to a close 24 years of service to the City of Madison. Read more » -
Bob Wallace Retires, Leaving A Legacy Of Patient-Focused Compassionate Care Posted 04/12/2018
The Madison Fire Department said goodbye to its longest-serving paramedic last week as Bob Wallace put a cap on an incredible 28-year career mainly serving the city's south side. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Michael Samosky Posted 03/27/2018
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 am currently assigned to Station 6 (W. Badger Road) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Nickolas George Posted 03/26/2018
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 11 (Morgan Way) on Shift C. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Desmond Leidich Posted 03/23/2018
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 am at Station 4 on the B shift. 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 Jonathan Clinkscale Posted 03/21/2018
Seventeen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Get to know them by subscribing to the MFD Blog. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter John Clooten Posted 03/20/2018
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 at Station 1 (W. Dayton Street) on the A shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter McKinnan Stamschror Posted 03/19/2018
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 12 on the C shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Ryan Raisbeck Posted 03/16/2018
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 12 (South Point Road) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Daniel Ramirez Posted 03/15/2018
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? 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 » -
Meet Firefighter Bryce Powell Posted 03/13/2018
Seventeen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Get to know them by subscribing to the MFD Blog. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Daniel Congdon Posted 03/12/2018
Seventeen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Get to know them by subscribing to the MFD Blog. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Larry Moen Posted 03/09/2018
Seventeen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Get to know them by subscribing to the MFD Blog. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Charles Campbell Posted 03/08/2018
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 at Station 5 (Cottage Grove Rd.) on the A shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Casey Endres Posted 03/07/2018
Seventeen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Get to know them by subscribing to the MFD Blog. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Benjamin Nevarez Posted 03/06/2018
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 the C shift at Station 7 on the west side. Read more » -
Recruit Class 6 Reports For Duty Posted 03/05/2018
Seventeen new firefighter/EMTs recently joined the ranks at the MFD and are now serving at a fire station near you! The recruits of Class 6 received their badges and were sworn in last December. While some have been serving your neighborhood since around the holidays, others remained in the Academy until late-February to receive their Emergency Medical Technician training and certifications. Read more » -
Meet Paramedic Richard Garner Posted 01/23/2018
Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 10 (Troy Drive) on the A shift. How long have you been with the MFD? Since September 24, 2012. Read more » -
Apparatus Engineer Mindy Huitt Retires From MFD Posted 01/09/2018
Apparatus Engineer Mindy Huitt steps down from the driver’s seat of Ladder 2 one last time this week, wrapping up nearly thirty years with the Madison Fire Department. Huitt was a carpenter before joining the MFD’s recruit class of 1988. It was a career shift that might not have happened if not for the encouragement of a rugby teammate who thought she should give it a try. Read more » -
MFD Bids Farewell To Retiring Apparatus Engineer Steve Dahlgren Posted 01/02/2018
The new year opens a new chapter for Apparatus Engineer Steve Dahlgren, who retires from the Madison Fire Department today after 25 years of service. Read more » -
Meet Paramedic Brandon Jones Posted 11/21/2017
Where are you stationed? I’m at Station 6 (W. Badger Road) on the C shift. How long have you been with the MFD? September marked my 5th year with the department. Why did you want to become a paramedic? Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Jeffery Vogen Posted 09/19/2017
Six new lieutenants were recently promoted. Get to know them all week long on the MFD Blog! Where are you stationed? I’m at Station 11 (Morgan Way) on the ‘C’ shift. Where were you previously? Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Chris Hammes Posted 09/18/2017
Six new lieutenants were recently promoted. Get to know them all week long on the MFD Blog! Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 13 (Town Center Drive) on the 'A' shift. Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Wes Ecker Posted 09/17/2017
Six new lieutenants were recently promoted. Get to know them all week long on the MFD Blog! Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 5 (Cottage Grove Road) on the 'C' shift. Where were you previously? Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Chris Carbon Posted 09/16/2017
Six new lieutenants were recently promoted. Get to know them all week long on the MFD Blog! Where are you stationed? I’m at Station 12 (South Point Rd.) on the ‘B’ shift. Where were you previously? Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Linnea Anderson Posted 09/13/2017
Six new lieutenants were recently promoted. Get to know them all week long on the MFD Blog! Where are you stationed? I’m at Station 5 (Cottage Grove Road) on the ‘A’ shift. Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant Dan Williams Posted 09/12/2017
Six new lieutenants were recently promoted. Get to know them all week long on the MFD Blog! Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 12 (South Point Road) on the 'C' shift. Where were you previously? Read more » -
MFD Introduces Six New Lieutenants! Posted 09/12/2017
Four paramedics and two apparatus engineers were recently promoted to the rank of lieutenant with the City of Madison Fire Department. They are among a group of ten (pictured) who will become lieutenants as positions become available. Read more » -
Farewell to Intern Abe Ruiz Posted 08/24/2017
This week we said goodbye to Abe Ruiz, who graduated from the Wanda Fullmore summer internship program Monday. Abe was with us for several weeks learning about the different facets of the fire department, from the fire stations, special teams, and physical fitness, to helping out at Friday Nights At the Y, CampHERO, and Firefighter Fun Day. He also learned CPR! Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Maj-Britt Williams Posted 05/10/2017
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 5 (Cottage Grove Rd.) on the ‘A’ shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Adam Thimmig Posted 05/09/2017
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 11 (Morgan Way) on the A shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Ruth Savard Posted 05/08/2017
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 5 (Cottage Grove Rd.) on the C shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Mike Reisman Posted 05/07/2017
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 3 (Williamson Street) on the A Shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Trent Meicher Posted 05/06/2017
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 12 (South Point Rd.) on the C shift. 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 Firefighter Adam Lesser Posted 05/04/2017
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 4 (Monroe Street) on the A shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Patrick Johnson Posted 05/03/2017
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 7 (McKenna Blvd.) on the C shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Kyle Homan Posted 05/02/2017
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 8 (Lien Road) on the A shift. Why did you want to pursue this career? Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Joe Gangler Posted 05/01/2017
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 10 (Troy Drive) on the C shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Justin Fehrenbach Posted 04/30/2017
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 2 (Grand Canyon Blvd.) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Matthew Dykstra Posted 04/29/2017
Eighteen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Check back daily and get to know them. Where are you stationed? Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Brandon Douglas Posted 04/28/2017
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Meet Firefighter Tamara Dinkel Posted 04/27/2017
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 10 (Troy Drive) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Marta Darrow Posted 04/26/2017
Eighteen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Check back daily and get to know them. What is your current station assignment? I'm at Station 8 (Lien Rd.) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Davy Calkins Posted 04/25/2017
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 13 (Metro Place) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Ryan Beckwith Posted 04/24/2017
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MFD Introduces 18 New Firefighters! Posted 04/24/2017
Eighteen new firefighters recently joined the ranks at the MFD and are now serving at a fire station near you! Class 5 began their recruit academy on October 3, 2016, and graduated on January 13, 2017. Read more » -
Meet AE Brad Vogen Posted 04/09/2017
Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 4 (Monroe St.) on the C shift Where were you previously? For the last three years I was a firefighter/paramedic at Station 8 on the A shift. How long have you served with the MFD? I’m in my 6th year on the MFD. Read more » -
Meet AE Vince Soto Posted 04/08/2017
What are you stationed? Engine 3 (Williamson St.) on the C shift Where were you previously? I was a firefighter/paramedic on Medic 6 (W. Badger Rd) on the C shift. How long have you served with the MFD? 8½ years Why did you want to be a driver? Read more » -
Meet AE Chad Powell Posted 04/07/2017
Where are you stationed? I’m currently assigned to Station 12 (South Point Rd.) on the C Shift. Where were you previously? I was previously assigned to Station 3 on the A Shift as a firefighter/paramedic. How long have you served with the MFD? I was hired October 2009. Read more » -
Meet AE Daniel Pazurek Posted 04/06/2017
Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 7 (McKenna Blvd.) on the B shift. Where were you previously? I was a firefighter at Station 7 on the C shift. How long have you been with the MFD? I've been with the department for 7½ years. What do you like about your station and territory? 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 » -
Meet Apparatus Engineer Cole Christenson Posted 04/04/2017
Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 6 (W. Badger Rd.) on the B shift. How long have you been with the MFD? I was hired on September 22, 2008. Where have you served previously? Read more » -
Meet AE Derek Brown Posted 04/03/2017
Where are you stationed? I'm at Fire Station 7 (McKenna Blvd.) on the C shift. Where were you previously? I was previously a firefighter assigned to Fire Station 7 on the B shift. How long have you been with the MFD? My date of hire was October 19, 2009. Read more » -
New Apparatus Engineers Now Serving In Your Neighborhood! Posted 04/03/2017
A wave of recent retirements and promotions has ushered in a new group of Apparatus Engineers now serving at a fire station near you! Read more » -
EMS Training Officer Beth Risler Retires From MFD Posted 03/09/2017
In a department comprised of more than 350 commissioned members, few can say they know every name and recognize every face. Consider, then, what an achievement it is to know every name, every face, and have a direct impact on everybody’s career. Read more » -
26 MFD Members Celebrate Career Achievements In 2016 Posted 10/20/2016
Each year the Madison Fire Department takes time to recognize members who have achieved a promotion or reclassification in their career. Read more » -
Meet AE Ethan Dade Posted 09/22/2016
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 » -
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 » -
Meet AE Lance Radock Posted 09/20/2016
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? I'm at Station 10 (Troy Drive) on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet AE Jacob Conner Posted 09/19/2016
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Meet AE Dan Smith Posted 09/16/2016
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? I'm on the A shift at Station 5 on Cottage Grove Rd. Read more » -
Meet AE Kevin Hembrook Posted 09/15/2016
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 » -
Meet AE Tom Winter Posted 09/14/2016
Eight new Apparatus Engineers (AEs) were recently promoted and assigned to a station near you! Get to know them on the MFD Blog. What is your new station assignment? Read more » -
Meet AE Lori Karst Posted 09/13/2016
Eight new Apparatus Engineers (AEs) were recently promoted and assigned to a station near you! Get to know them on the MFD Blog. What is your new station assignment? Station #3 (Williamson Street) on the A shift. Read more » -
MFD Introduces Eight New Apparatus Engineers Posted 09/13/2016
Over the summer, the Madison Fire Department trained seventeen new Apparatus Engineers to fill vacancies left behind by recent or upcoming promotions or retirements. Read more » -
Farewell To Interns Shauna and Michael! Posted 08/18/2016
The Madison Fire Department says goodbye to this year's Wanda Fullmore Interns this week! The Wanda Fullmore Internship Program is designed to help underprivileged teens who are facing some sort of life barrier. It is an opportunity for them to learn about the possibility of working for city government. Read more » -
“It’s Been A Great Ride," Says Retiring Driver John Lucille Posted 06/09/2016
For Apparatus Engineer John Lucille, to be a firefighter was to fulfill a childhood dream. “I always wanted to be a firefighter, ever since I was a kid in Chicago,” he said. After nearly 28 years with the Madison Fire Department, Lucille stepped down from the driver’s seat of Engine 10 for the last time on May 30, 2016. Read more » -
Meet Lt. Lisa Becher Posted 04/17/2016
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? Station #10 (Troy Drive) on the "B" shift. Read more » -
Meet Lt. Derek Teff Posted 04/16/2016
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. Casey Preimesberger Posted 04/15/2016
Seven new lieutenants were promoted earlier this year. We introduce them to you all week long on the MFD blog. Read more » -
Meet Lt. Sue Juedes Posted 04/14/2016
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? I’m at Station 12 (South Point Rd.) on the “C” shift 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. Matthew Mialik Posted 04/12/2016
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? 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 » -
MFD Introduces Seven New Lieutenants Posted 04/11/2016
Seven new lieutenants assumed position in fire stations throughout Madison effective January 3, 2016. This latest team rounds out the group of twelve that were slated for promotion last summer following a rigorous application process. Read more » -
Division Chief Mike Dibble Retires, Passing On "The Caring Gene" Posted 03/03/2016
"Very few of us have an occupation where we get a chance to make a difference in someone’s life every day,” said parting Division Chief Mike Dibble in his farewell message to the Madison Fire Department. "NEVER FORGET THAT.” Dibble was keenly aware of the importance of his job long before he joined the MFD 33 years ago. Read more » -
Apparatus Engineer "Recon Bob" Says Goodbye After 25 Years Of Service Posted 01/28/2016
The Madison Fire Department was part of Robert Recob’s life long before he became a firefighter here in January 1991. His father, Ray Disch, was an assistant chief at the MFD and ultimately steered Recob toward a career in the department, transitioning from a job working in maintenance for Woodman's Food Market. Read more » -
With Gratitude, Division Chief Ron Schwenn Bids Farewell To the MFD Posted 01/16/2016
“This career has given me more than I’ve given it,” says retiring Division Chief Ron Schwenn as he reflects on 33 years in the fire and emergency medical services. Schwenn came to the Madison Fire Department on June 1, 1987 after four and a half years as a firefighter and paramedic with the City of Janesville. Read more » -
New Training Technology Aims to Offer Full Immersion, Minus the Risks Posted 01/14/2016
MFD Apparatus Engineer Wes Ecker (pictured in the background) has been hard at work on a virtual reality-based training system designed to allow firefighters to simulate real-life situations in a relatively safe environment. Read more » -
Finance Manager Rita Johnson Retires After 44 Years With the City Posted 01/06/2016
Though most of her work has been behind the scenes, Finance Manager Rita Johnson’s expertise has played an integral role in making the Madison Fire Department the top-notch professional public service it is today. Read more » -
Farewell to West District Captain Tom Reiter Posted 01/05/2016
After 22 years with the Madison Fire Department-- and many more dedicated to the fire service-- Captain Tom Reiter is hanging up his helmet. Retirement doesn't come easy to someone who's been in love with the fire service since his childhood, nor to someone whose career touts a commitment to departments and institutions across Dane County and beyond. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Caluster Buie Posted 12/23/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 10 (Troy Dr.) Why did you want to be a firefighter? Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Steven Foulks Posted 12/22/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 9 (Midvale Blvd.) Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Richard Miyagawa Posted 12/21/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 3 (Williamson St.) Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Joshua Balli Posted 12/19/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 8 (Lien Rd.) Why did you want to be a firefighter? Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Matthew Boyle Posted 12/18/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 2 (Grand Canyon Dr.) Why did you want to be a firefighter? Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Oscar Castillo Posted 12/17/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 9 (Midvale Blvd.) Read more » -
Meet Firefighter David Bartkowiak Posted 12/16/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current Station Assignment: Station 1 (Dayton Street) Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Christopher Staveness Posted 12/15/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 3 (Williamson St.) Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Michael Guerten Posted 12/14/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 10 (Troy Dr.); I will be going to Station 13 (Town Center Dr.) in January. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Marcus Bobholz Posted 12/11/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 7 (McKenna Blvd.) Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Joshua Ramsey Posted 12/10/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Michael Olson Posted 12/09/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 7 (McKenna Blvd.) Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Eric Popovich Posted 12/08/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 2 (Grand Canyon Dr.) Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Paul Schecklman Posted 12/07/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 7 (McKenna Blvd.) Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Brian Tremain Posted 12/04/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 10 (Troy Dr.) Why did you want to be a firefighter? Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Cameron Gasaway Posted 12/03/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 7 (McKenna Blvd.) Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Vaughn Brockel Posted 12/02/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 1 (Dayton St.) Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Brian Bieganski Posted 12/01/2015
Eighteen new firefighters graduated the MFD Fire Academy on November 6, 2015. We introduce them to you on the MFD Blog throughout December. Current station assignment: Station 8 (Lien Rd.) Read more » -
MFD Introduces Eighteen New Firefighters Posted 11/30/2015
The Madison Fire Department recently welcomed eighteen new firefighters to its ranks. Recruit Academy Class 4 graduated on Friday, November 6, 2015. Read more » -
Meet Lt. Chris Homman Posted 07/14/2015
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