Fire Rescue News
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Promotes 16 Members
Ceremony also included recognition of lifesaving efforts of AFR crews.
AFR on Frontlines to Fight the Opioid Epidemic
AFR asking for settlement funds to combat opioid use and overdose risks
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Graduates 103rd Cadet Class
16 cadets joining the ranks as probationary firefighters.
AFR Ensures Improved Paramedic Response
Department rolling out guaranteed paramedic response in critical areas of the city.
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Crew Returns from California
New Mexico Strike Team returns following two-week deployment.
Firefighter Sam Trujillo Recognized with “Stories of Us” Dedication
Albuquerque Fire Academy Auditorium named in honor of retired Assistant Chief .
AFR Dedicates Three New Fire Engines with Traditional Push-in Ceremonies
New Mexico’s largest and busiest fire department gets needed upgrade in apparatus.
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Graduates 101st Cadet Class
Announces new promotional process and 26 firefighters joining the ranks.
Mayor Keller and Fire Chief Jaramillo Announce Newly Appointed Deputy Chiefs
Deputy Chiefs Marrufo and Sotelo will support department operations and continued delivery of services to the community.
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Awarded International Accreditation
AFR becomes New Mexico’s second accredited fire agency.
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Graduates 100th Cadet Class
26 cadets graduated from Albuquerque Fire Rescue's 18 Week Academy.
AFR Celebrates 100th Cadet Class with Memorial Run
Graduates of the 100th Cadet Class, current members and retirees memorialized the occasion with a run from AFR's Academy to Civic Plaza.
Coronado Park to Become Public Safety Facility
City secures funds in legislative session to build a training facility and new fire station
Emily Jaramillo Begins Tenure as AFR’s First Female Fire Chief
AFR honors 28 firefighters, including Chief Jaramillo, in promotion ceremony .
AFR Conducts 99th Cadet Class Graduation
Albuquerque Fire Rescue welcomes 37 Firefighters to the Department.
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Joins Fight Against Wildfires
AFR provides resources for wildland fires statewide
ADAPT Program Continues to Clean Up Albuquerque
Agreement for new security measures at Walgreens stores already reducing crime.
Mayor Keller and Interim Chief Gallegos Announce Newly Appointed Deputy Chief Positions at AFR
Deputy Chief Emily Jaramillo moves to DC of Human Resources and Interim Deputy Chief Chris Ortiz fills in for Emergency Medical Services.
Mayor Keller and AFR Interim Chief Gallegos Announce New Fire Marshal
Kris Romero to serve as Interim Fire Marshal and Nathaniel Meisner as Deputy Chief of Planning/Logistics.
Mayor Tim Keller and AFR Introduce New Behavioral Health Director
Maia Dalton-Theodore joins department to coordinate behavioral health services for first responders.
Albuquerque Fire Responded to Double Normal Number of Fires in December and January
Mayor, Fire Chief marked end of grueling two-month stretch, thanked firefighters for their service today.
Mayor and Bernalillo County Highlight Critical Public Safety Issues for Police and Firefighters
The $38 million in capital funding for law enforcement radio communications invests in a new radio and telecom system for Albuquerque metro area public safety agencies, including the Albuquerque Police Department, Albuquerque Fire Rescue, Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office, Bernalillo County Fire Department, Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority, APS Police, and UNM Police.
Albuquerque Fire Rescue ADAPT Program Assists Residents at Rising Phoenix
Fire Marshal’s Office’s works to bring apartments up to code for residents’ safety.
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Obtains New Fleet Facility
New Fleet Facility Replaces 60 Year Old Building.
New Collaboration Will Train Every City Employee in Crucial Lifesaving Skills
AFR Lifesaver course announced by Mayor Keller and Dr. Barry Ramo teaches basic emergency management for bleeding control, CPR/AED for cardiac arrest, choking, and treating opioid overdose.
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Receives Life Saving Equipment from District 6 City Councilor Pat Davis
Councilor Davis funds much needed equipment for fire stations 3, 5 and 11 in an effort to help firefighters reduce hazards in the process saving lives.