Assistant Fire Chief of EMS with DC Fire and EMS. Tweets do not represent DC Fire and EMS or DC Government
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Today on Save a Life Day, we thank everyone who participated in highlighting the lifesaving work happening across DC every day. Proud of our members and community partners who continue to make a difference through education, preparedness, and exceptional patient care. #DCsBravest
Thursday, 5/21/26 is Save a Life Day. The Department partnered with @USDOT to:
*exhibit a whole blood demonstration
*teach hands-only CPR
*display our newest pieces of apparatus
Thank you to @NHTSAgov for hosting and leading the way.
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During EMS Week, we’re proud to recognize the dedication of our members and our strong partnership with Children’s National in delivering exceptional care to pediatric patients across the District#EMSWeek #DCsBravest
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AFC Andre Edwards retweeted
May 19
Thank you to the members of @dcfireems for your tireless dedication and commitment to keeping the residents and visitors of the District safe. @DCFD_AFCEdwards and others have a full week planned to showcase and honor our members during #EMSweek 2026.
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#EMSWeek Education Day, we’re proud to highlight our partnership with CC Prep and the future healthcare professionals gaining hands-on exposure with DCFEMS. Creating pathways into EMS helps build the next generation of providers who will serve our communities. #DCsBravest
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Thank you to the EMS Memorial Bike Ride participants for honoring the lives and sacrifices of EMS providers across the country. We appreciate you stopping by DCFD Engine 29 and for everything you do to keep their memory alive. Safe travels on the journey ahead. #DCsBravest #EMS
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Danny is one of the best people I’ve ever worked with. Always genuine and always willing to help. Congratulations!!
Today, Assistant Fire Chief Daniel McCoy hangs up his helmet for the final time as one of #DCsBravest.
For nearly three decades, Chief McCoy has served the residents and visitors of the District with professionalism, determination and collaboration.
Thank you Chief McCoy.
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AFC Andre Edwards retweeted
Today, Assistant Fire Chief Daniel McCoy hangs up his helmet for the final time as one of #DCsBravest.
For nearly three decades, Chief McCoy has served the residents and visitors of the District with professionalism, determination and collaboration.
Thank you Chief McCoy.
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AFC Andre Edwards retweeted
5 Jun 2025
We’re proud to be nationally recognized by @American_Heart with a #MissionLifeline EMS Bronze award for our commitment to providing high-quality heart attack and stroke care.
Learn more: heart.org/en/professional/qu…
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AFC Andre Edwards retweeted
5 Jun 2025
We & @dcfireems successfully installed an outdoor public AED system at @DCDPR's Banneker Rec Center! This life-saving device, donated by @SaveStationAED & @zollpublicsafety enhances safety & preparedness in our community by providing access to a rapid emergency response tool🫀
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AFC Andre Edwards retweeted
5 Jun 2025
It’s CPR/AED Awareness Week — and there’s no better time to get life-saving tools into the hands of our community. We are proud to highlight the incredible work of our Program Manager for Community Outreach, who’s helping organizations across the District get access to AEDs.
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24 May 2025
Closing out EMS Week at @dcfireems with one more recognition. Captain Erin Humphrey of EMS 1 platoon 3 with the most non whole blood cardiac saves this year. Beyond that she routinely takes on projects to make the Department better and advocate for her Battalion. Well deserved!!
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AFC Andre Edwards retweeted
21 May 2025
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AFC Andre Edwards retweeted
21 May 2025
Today is #EMSforChildrenDay, and DC Health honored clinicians @ChildrensNatl and @dcfireems who deliver life-saving care to their youngest patients. Thank you to all EMS providers for the excellent care you provide for our children. We see you. We thank you. We honor you!
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AFC Andre Edwards retweeted
18 May 2025
May 18 - 24, 2025 is #NationalEMSWeek with the theme of We Care. For Everyone.
This week we bring together local communities/medical personnel to honor the dedication of those who provide day-to-day lifesaving services of medicine's frontline.
Thank you to all DC EMS providers
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AFC Andre Edwards retweeted
20 May 2025
A lovely surprise for #EMSWeek at Engine 13 and Truck 10 at the L’Enfant firehouse. A beautiful cake presented to the members by Natasha Powell from @GWHospital. Thank you!
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20 May 2025
Thankful for the work our members do.
20 May 2025
Assistant Chief of EMS Andre Edwards accepts a Certificate of Recognition from the @UnitedWeGoDC DC Highway Safety Office as part of #EMSweek activity. Engine 13 is a unit that often responds to highway incidents. The office also provided lunch for the firehouse. #DCsBravest
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20 May 2025
Thank you @HowardU for always supporting our members!
19 May 2025
Sincerest gratitude to Howard University/
@HowardU Hospital for the tremendous support and nourishment provided during this #NationalEMSWeek.
Thank you for showing your appreciation for the hard work and dedication of our Firefighter/EMTs and Firefighter/Paramedics.
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20 May 2025
This #NationalEMSWeek, #DCsBravest thank all DC EMS providers for your commitment and dedication to those in your care.
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AFC Andre Edwards retweeted
25 Apr 2025
Friends, family and co-workers gathered to congratulate Assistant Chief James “Jimmy” Hanson retiring after 25 years of devoted service to the DC Fire Department and the citizens and visitors to the District of Columbia. #DCsBravest
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AFC Andre Edwards retweeted
17 Apr 2025
Investments continue! The #ApparatusDivision and the #LogisticsDivision teamed up to install new Powered Cots and PowerLoads in place of older manual cots. The #SupportServicesBureau is committed to providing our members the safest equipment. Together #WeKeepThemRolling
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