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DC Fire and EMS Department

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DC Fire and EMS Department

@dcfireems

DC Fire and EMS is an all-hazards, emergency response & life-safety agency protecting the Nation's Capital. Tweets and images may be used courtesy @dcfireems.

Washington, DC

Joined February 2009

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Additional thunderstorms, wind, and heavy rain are anticipated this evening, June 12. Know the difference between a weather watch and a weather warning so you can act quickly in storm to protect yourself and your loved ones. 👀 Watch: Storms are possible. Prepare now and
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Fireworks Notification On Saturday, 6/13/26, 9 pm, there will be a fireworks display (10 minutes), over the Potomac River in Alexandria, VA. This is part of the Sails on the Potomac Festival & ALX Jazz Fest. Fireworks sounds may be heard in DC. Do not be alarmed.
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DC Fire and EMS' Strategy & Impact Division returned to the Community impacted by the fatal fire in the 3500 Blk. of Minnesota Ave. SE through our Return to Community (RTC) initiative. The residents learned Hands on Hearts CPR and was given fire education information.
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The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch in DC until 9PM tonight, June 12. #DCwx Make sure you are prepared for potential storm impacts and sign up for @AlertDC for updates on weather conditions and road closures.
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A small pup found itself in a scary situation when its paw became entrapped in an escalator at Farragut West Metro Station. Thanks to the quick response of DC Fire and EMS, the dog was safely rescued and reunited with its relieved owner.
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On Thursday 6/11/26, Platoon 2 responded to 686 calls (high-volume day), including 527 EMS calls, 120 fire calls, and 39 other calls. In total, there were 1,342 emergency vehicle responses and 288 patient transports. #DCsBRAVEST
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DC is under an Extreme Heat Alert until 8PM today, June 12. Temperatures will feel like 105°F or hotter. Limit time outside if possible. Stay hydrated and look out for signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Call 911 if you or a neighbor need help. Visit
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Final Update: 2nd Alarm - 700 Block of 8th Street SE Four mixed use properties had active fire. All fire extinguished Units conducting overhaul & salvage operations. Two adults/three kids displaced. A 2nd Firefighter was transported wi/ minor injuries to an area hospital.
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Update: 2nd Alarm: 700 Block of 8th Street SE Media briefing with Assistant Fire Chief Kishia Clemencia
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Update: 2nd Alarm - 700 Block of 8th St SE Media Staging Area: 8th and I Street SE - approach from 8th and M St SE - Briefing at 10 pm. One firefighter transported with serious/non-life threatening injury to area hospital. Ventilation in progress.
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Update: Second Alarm sounded: 700 Block of 8th St SE FIre is contained, currently working on hotspots. One firefighter currently being evaluated for a non-life threatening injury.
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RT @DC_HSEMA: The District is under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 8:30 PM (June 11), with heavy rain and wind gusts up to 60 MPH. 🛑…
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Update: Working Fire - 700 Block of 8th Street SE Fire on second floor of mixed use structure with extension to adjacent buildings. Units working to contain and extinguish fire. No injuries to report at this time.
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