Huntsville Fire & Rescue holds promotion ceremony, recognizes courageous and lifesaving actions

December 20, 2024 Click to view Huntsville Fire & Rescue holds promotion ceremony, recognizes courageous and lifesaving actions

Huntsville Fire & Rescue (HFR) celebrated the achievements of veteran firefighters as well as heroic actions by firefighters both in the line of duty and off duty. At a promotions and awards ceremony, 14 drivers were promoted to captain, 28 firefighters were promoted to driver and two firefighters were promoted to assistant fire marshal. Awards were also presented for Medal of Valor, Company Performance and Lifesaver. Huntsville Fire & Rescue Capt. Seth [ more ]

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Mayor Tommy Battle, City leaders cut ribbon on Public Safety Training facilities

October 29, 2024 Click to view Mayor Tommy Battle, City leaders cut ribbon on Public Safety Training facilities

The exterior portion of Huntsville’s Public Safety Training Academy is now open, featuring additions that complement the 58,000 square foot training academy facility by providing real-world scenarios designed to enhance development of elite police officers and firefighters. “The residents of Huntsville deserve to have the best trained police officers and firefighters and the City works toward that objective every day,” Mayor Tommy Battle said. “Facilities like this are a critical part [ more ]

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Huntsville Fire & Rescue opens new fire station to boost safety and services in west Huntsville

August 1, 2024 Click to view Huntsville Fire & Rescue opens new fire station to boost safety and services in west Huntsville

Huntsville leaders officially opened Fire Station No. 20, a new facility designed to improve public safety response in one of the city’s fastest-growing areas and help homeowners save on insurance premiums. “This station is something we’ve needed for a long time to serve one of the fastest-growing parts of Huntsville,” Chief Howard McFarlen said. “It will ensure a faster response time to everything from fires and medical emergencies to crashes and [ more ]

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Donated Huntsville Fire & Rescue truck will help train next generation of firefighters

July 12, 2024 Click to view Donated Huntsville Fire & Rescue truck will help train next generation of firefighters

Huntsville Fire & Rescue Service is set to contribute to the training of future firefighters with the donation of a fire truck to the Madison County Career Tech Center. HFR Chief Howard McFarlen said the truck is a valuable training asset for the tech school. He acknowledged Driver-Engineer Heath Jones for originating the idea and for Jones’ efforts to facilitate the donation. “Heath knows firsthand the challenges of recruiting both career and [ more ]

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Huntsville issues fireworks ordinance reminder and holiday safety tips

July 3, 2024 Click to view Huntsville issues fireworks ordinance reminder and holiday safety tips

As the July Fourth holiday approaches, revelers are encouraged to be safe and follow the City’s fireworks ordinance. The City Council amended the fireworks ordinance in 2023, allowing nonexplosive, nonaerial sparkling devices, both ground-based and handheld, to be used, sold and purchased in the city limits. Residents are encouraged to enjoy City-sanctioned fireworks displays managed by professionals. Visit Huntsville.org for a list of activities. Safety tips Always have a water source handy to extinguish [ more ]

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    2110 Clinton Ave.

    Huntsville, Alabama  35805

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