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Information about the Albuquerque Fire Department.
The Albuquerque Fire Department is a paid municipal department, comprised of 700 uniformed personnel, serving a jurisdiction of more than 182 square miles and an estimated city population of 448,600; the greater metropolitan area population is estimated at 780,614.
Today's Status
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Flag Status |
Wildfire Danger Rating |
Fire Restrictions |
| The flag is at full staff today | The current wildfire rating is High. | Stage I Restrictions are in place for all Open Space Areas and the Bosque |
Become a Firefighter
The Albuquerque Fire Department has emergency-responder personnel in the following programs:
- Communications (Alarm Room)
- Fire Marshal's Office (Fire Prevention Bureau)
- Fire Investigations
- Capital Improvements Program (CIP)
- Albuquerque Fire Academy
- Fiscal Program
Latest News
Mayor Recognizes Off-Duty Firefighter Who Risked His Life to Save Another
Albuquerque firefighter Ryan Medford was off duty when a motorcyclist crashed right before his eyes on the Big I flyover. With no equipment, backup or someone to protect him from cars speeding by, Medford stopped and risked his own life on the narrow stretch of road to render aid to the motorcyclist.
Firefighters Honored for Record-Breaking Fundraising
"Fill the Boot" campaign raises big money for Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Fire Prevention Art Contest Winner Announced
Fifth grader Cesar Castro of East San Jose Elementary School takes top prize.
Fire Fighters Honored for Balloon Rescue
Mayor Richard J. Berry applauds three Albuquerque fire fighters for bringing four trapped balloonists to safety.
Firefighter Saves Woman's Life
Traveling to work, Inspector Richard Chavez stopped and performed CPR on a unconscious woman.
