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Edmonton Fire Rescue Services @EdmontonFire

The official Edmonton Fire Rescue Services account. Please note this feed is not monitored 24/7. If you have an emergency, please phone 9-1-1.

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HAPPENING TODAY: Our fire cadets are hosting their charity car wash at Mayfield Common! Swing by 10am-3pm to get your vehicle washed while supporting @EdmontonHumane. Cost: Donate-what-you-can Location: Mayfield Common Save-On-Foods (360 Mayfield Common NW) See you there!
Fire Cadets wash a black pickup truck on a sunny day.

ALT Fire Cadets wash a black pickup truck on a sunny day.

A Fire Cadet in a red shirt sprays a water hose at the front of a silver sedan.

ALT A Fire Cadet in a red shirt sprays a water hose at the front of a silver sedan.
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Need another rinse since our recruit car wash? Join us at Mayfield Common THIS SATURDAY b/t 10am-3pm as our fire cadets host their own car wash, supporting the Edmonton Humane Society! Cost: Donate-what-you-can to support @EdmontonHumane Location: Mayfield Common Save-On-Foods
Fire Cadets spray down a green SUV with fire hoses at a charity car wash.

ALT Fire Cadets spray down a green SUV with fire hoses at a charity car wash.

Poster: Fire Cadet Car Wash at Mayfield Save-On-Foods, June 13, 2026, 10am-3pm, fundraising for Edmonton Humane Society.

ALT Poster: Fire Cadet Car Wash at Mayfield Save-On-Foods, June 13, 2026, 10am-3pm, fundraising for Edmonton Humane Society.

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We always strive to be good neigh-bours, but our crews took it to a new level when a horse trailer detached and rolled into a ditch late last week. πŸŽπŸš’ Large animal rescues can be unpredictable. We are happy to report that except for one minor cut, all horses are safe. #YEGPets
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Recruit Class 160 is hard at work since Friday's graduation!πŸ”₯ Today, one of our new firefighters attended their first fire on only their second shift: a trailer fire. Fire crews were on scene within 2 minutes of the call and declared the fire extinguished within 30 minutes. 3/3
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Beyond the work of our newest frontline firefighters, Recruit Class 160's emergency communications specialists and fire prevention officers are also providing invaluable support behind the scenes. 2/3
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Our 4 new emergency communications specialists are answering your calls for help on each of our platoon shifts, and our 8 new fire prevention officers are working across the city, leading public education and fire safety inspections. One more shoutout to Recruit Class 160!πŸ”₯ 3/3
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Applications for #CampInspire are officially OPEN! Taking place September 11-13, 2026, we are partnering with Fire Services Women Central Provinces and several of our regional neighbour departments to host the returning three-day, hands-on camp. edmonton.ca/CampInspire 1/3
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Designed for women and gender-diverse individuals, #CampInspire is a welcoming space to experience the day-to-day work of a firefighter. Participants will have the opportunity to take on controlled training exercises and learn about career pathways directly from our members. 2/3
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Applications are now being accepted through the month of June at edmonton.ca/CampInspire. Learn more and apply today! 3/3

Camp Inspire | City of Edmonton

Camp Inspire is intended to increase the representation of gender identities that have been underrepresented in the Edmonton Fire and Rescue Services.

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Meet your newest fire service professionals, Edmonton! Today, we proudly welcomed 66 new members into our ranks: 54 firefighters, 8 fire prevention officers, and 4 emergency communications specialists, or dispatchers. Read more: facebook.com/share/p/18n1nf4…
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Fire station open house season kicks off tomorrow in Mill Creek! πŸš’ Come on over to Mill Creek Station 6 (8105 96 Street) between noon and 4:00 p.m. this Saturday to get to know Edmonton’s friendly neighbourhood firefighters and fire prevention officers. 1/3
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Attendees of all ages will have the chance to learn important fire safety tips from the professionals, explore the fire trucks and firefighting equipment, and even meet the one-and-only Sparky the Fire Dog. 2/3
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See the full lineup of this year's fire station open houses at edmonton.ca/EFRSOpenHouses and see you this summer, Edmonton! 3/3

Fire Station Open Houses and Tours | City of Edmonton

Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) hosts open houses and tours at many fire stations throughout the year.

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Edmonton Fire Rescue Services retweeted
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May 28
Meet your friendly neighbourhood firefighters and fire prevention officers this summer! πŸš’ @EdmontonFire is excited to open its bay doors to visitors at select fire station open houses starting this weekend. Find your nearest participating station edmonton.ca/EFRSOpenHouses
Visit your community fire station! Image: A firefighter shows firefighting equipment to children at a fire station open house.

ALT Visit your community fire station! Image: A firefighter shows firefighting equipment to children at a fire station open house.

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Good morning, #yeg! Our water rescue team is conducting training exercises on the North Saskatchewan River between Buena Vista/Hawrelak Footbridge and the Rossdale neighbourhood today until Monday, June 1. If you see them on the river, please know there is no cause for concern.
An Edmonton Fire Rescue Services jet boat is pictured on the North Saskatchewan River.

ALT An Edmonton Fire Rescue Services jet boat is pictured on the North Saskatchewan River.
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HAPPENING TODAY: Our recruits are on car wash and BBQ duty! Swing by Mayfield Common before 2 pm to grab lunch and get your vehicle washed. Donate to support the Edmonton Firefighters Burn Treatment Society & Honour Guard. πŸ“ Mayfield Common Save-on-Foods parking lot
Edmonton Fire Rescue recruits stand by a busy street waving an orange traffic baton and holding a sign that reads "Firefighter Charity Carwash" to direct passing vehicles.

ALT Edmonton Fire Rescue recruits stand by a busy street waving an orange traffic baton and holding a sign that reads "Firefighter Charity Carwash" to direct passing vehicles.

Rescue recruits in bunker pants and navy t-shirts work together to wash a white Ford SUV using brushes, mops, and mitts during a charity car wash.

ALT Rescue recruits in bunker pants and navy t-shirts work together to wash a white Ford SUV using brushes, mops, and mitts during a charity car wash.
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Need a wash? Bring your vehicle to Mayfield Common this Saturday from 10am - 2pm for our recruit car wash and BBQ! Donate to support the Edmonton Firefighters Burn Treatment Society & Honour Guard. Sponsored by Save-on-Foods πŸ“ Mayfield Common Save-on-Foods parking lot
Edmonton Fire Rescue recruits wearing turnouts and blue t-shirts wash a white Ford SUV in a Save-on-Foods parking lot.

ALT Edmonton Fire Rescue recruits wearing turnouts and blue t-shirts wash a white Ford SUV in a Save-on-Foods parking lot.
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We're excited to announce the return of our fire station open houses! This year's lineup features eight fire halls, including the brand new Blatchford Station 8 and the recently renovated Highlands Station 7. Find your nearest participating station at edmonton.ca/EFRSOpenHouses.
Mill Creek Fire Station 6 is pictured during a summer fire station open house. Crowds are seen gathered around a ladder truck and fire hose target practice. A large sign reads, "Fire Station Open House: This Saturday 12:00 - 4:00 p.m."

ALT Mill Creek Fire Station 6 is pictured during a summer fire station open house. Crowds are seen gathered around a ladder truck and fire hose target practice. A large sign reads, "Fire Station Open House: This Saturday 12:00 - 4:00 p.m."
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Jan Reimer Park and the Terwilliger Park Footbridge are temporarily closed today for a prescribed burn. Fire crews and equipment will be on site and you may notice smoke in the area. This carefully controlled fire reduces risk of wildfires. Learn more: edmonton.ca/Wildfires
Drone shot of a controlled prescribed fire burning in a field. An Edmonton Fire Rescue Services firefighter is pictured walking along the burn.

ALT Drone shot of a controlled prescribed fire burning in a field. An Edmonton Fire Rescue Services firefighter is pictured walking along the burn.

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Edmonton Fire Rescue Services retweeted
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May 8
Jan Reimer Park and the Terwilliger Park Footbridge are temporarily closed today for a prescribed burn. This carefully controlled fire reduces the risk of wildfires. You may notice smoke in the area, but fire crews and equipment will be on site. Learn more edmonton.ca/Wildfires
Wide shot of a controlled prescribed fire burning around trees in a field.

ALT Wide shot of a controlled prescribed fire burning around trees in a field.

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