Boise Fire

Boise Fire Department proudly serves this community with nearly 300 union and city employees focused on four divisions: Emergency Services, Support Services, Planning and Administration and Emergency Management.

  • 300,000 residents in Boise, Garden City, and unincorporated areas of neighboring districts
  • 18 Fire Stations
  • A 130 square mile response area



Join Boise Fire

Firefighting is a career like no other. Learn how you can become a member of this incredible team.

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About Us

Learn about individual Boise Fire stations, the Chief and Command staff, history of the department and our specialty units.

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Contact Us

Ask general questions, plan an event or submit a records request

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Pulse Point

Every second counts. See active medical emergencies near you and provide aid where appropriate.

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Permits
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Permits

Fire-related laws, codes, and ordinances determine what potentially hazardous activities are allowed with a permit.

Public Education
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Public Education

Our Fire Prevention team offers many resources related to fire education and safety including school field trips, a juvenile fire setters program, a fire safe house and more!

Fire Station Tours
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Tours and Visits

To connect with you and to provide education on fire safety and firefighting, fire engines are available to visit a place of business, school/daycare or events.

Fire Prevention
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Fire Prevention

The Fire Prevention Division of BFD is responsible for fire inspections, plan review, fire investigations, code enforcement and public education information.

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Every second counts. If you are CPR-trained and willing to assist in a cardiac arrest event, download the PulsePoint app so you can be alerted to emergencies near you. Learn more about PulsePoint

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Boise Fire Dive Team Recovers Body From the Boise River

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Ada County, City of Boise Launch 'Float the Boise' Partnership, Website and Interactive Map to Improve Float Season Experience

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Boise Fire Invites Young Men and Women to Ignite Bootcamp

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