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Last Sunday, #EPFD Ladder 5 assisted the @elpasozoo at transporting a Polar Bear into the zoo's grounds. Hundreds of children enjoyed meeting Santa Bear and our firefighters, and learning more about the fire service, animal conservation, and the winter holidays. #iAmElPaso

This weekend, the El Paso Office of Emergency Management's CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training took place at the Fire Academy. Students were taught how to respond to emergency situations to assist our community in times of need. Part of the training includes learning how to fight small fires and first-aid techniques. Visit CERT.elpasofire.org to learn more and sign up for the next class.

This weekend, UTEP’s band service fraternity, Kappa Kappa Psi, visited Station 37 to drop off more than two dozen blankets after they set up a collection point in-campus. This blankets will be used by the Extreme Weather Taskforce to assist people in need through the winter. Thank you Kappa Kappa Psi!! Blankets can be donated at any Fire Station. People in need of blankets need to dial 3-1-1 (no blankets are given out at the stations).

This morning, the El Paso Fire Department welcomed Quint 16 into the fire fleet. Members of the community. CFO Robert Cortinas and City Representative Alexsandra Annello visited Station 16 to help our firefighters spray down and push the new unit into the station for the first time. Quint 16 is replacing a 12-year-old fire truck. The crews receiving this unit respond to more than two thousand calls every year. A second ceremony will be held on December the 15th at 721 E. Rio Grande at 10 AM to welcome Pumper 3 into the fleet. #iAmElPaso #Texas #Fire #EP #FireTruck

‪After 33 years of service, FST Gonzalez III is completing his last shift in the El Paso Fire Department tonight. ‬ ‪Thank you for your service, sir. We wish you good luck in all of your future endeavors and a happy retirement!‬

Today, after 21 years of service to our community, FST Cannoy retired from the EPFD. Thank you for your service and good luck in all of your future endeavors, happy retirement!!

Today, the Mayor of El Paso, Dee Margo, and the City Council, authorized the EPFD to donate a Rescue Unit to the town of Janos, in Chihuahua. The donated rescue unit is a 21-year-old vehicle that was no longer in service in El Paso but can still be put to use for more years if proper maintenance is kept. Janos has a population a bit under 3,000 people. They did not have an ambulance for their medical needs and the only way to get emergency medical care was calling a nearby town and waiting a minimum of 1 hour for EMTs to arrive. In the past, the EPFD has donated units to different Departments across Texas, New Mexico and, in some instances, Chihuahua. The Fire Department maintains an award-winning fleet with national recognition, and top of the line maintenance crews. In average, units in the EPFD are replaced every 10 years with state-of-the-art vehicles that help us maintain our first-responders and our community safe.

This morning, EPFD's Pumper 3, Rescue 3, Ladder 11 and Engine Co. 2 "The Mack", along with the El Paso Firefighters Pipes and Drums, participated in the #Thanksgiving Sun Bowl Parade. Thank you, El Paso, for your never-ending support! Enjoy an awesome and safe Thanksgiving! #EPFD #iAmElPaso

This week, the El Paso Fire Department responded to reports of a fire at the Blue Flame Building, located at Texas and Stanton. Due to the fire being reported inside of a high-rise building, the incident was upgraded to a Condition 4. The fire, accidentally created while duct-work was being performed, was quickly contained. No injuries were reported, no hotspots were found, and there was no damage to the structure. A total of 25 units and 75 firefighters responded to the incident.

Tonight, the El Paso Fire Department participated in the Celebration of Lights parade in downtown El Paso. Pumper 1, Ladder 1 and Rescue 1 illuminated the streets while the seasonal decorations were being lighted up at San Jacinto Plaza.

While he might look like a shy pup at first, all it takes is a couple of treats to get Rocky going, just as FF Serrano quickly discovered. An active dog for an active family, this two-year-old puppy is ready to go on an adventure with you. He is a great team player with other dogs as well. Rocky can be adopted for free by mentioning this #EPFD #FurryFriday post at @epanimalsvc

Today, Ladder 24 transported Lt. Rafael "Rafa" Rodriguez Jr. one last time, as the El Paso Fire Department bid him farewell. After serving in the U.S. Navy, Rafael Rodriguez served the EPFD for 19 years. Known for being a caring leader, a mentor to his fellow firefighters, and a dedicated first responder, the Lieutenant will be greatly missed. Lt. Rodriguez passed away on Oct. 28 after a brave battle against cancer. Thank you for your service, Sir.