Boise Fire

Resources to keep our community safe.
Resources to keep our community safe.
Fire Safety + Education

Boise Fire Department proudly serves this community with over 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
  • 19 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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In the Community

Permits
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Permits

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

Fire and Life Safety Education
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Fire and Life Safety Education

The Public Education division is dedicated to keeping our community safe by providing educational resources on fire and life safety.

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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Mission Strong
Podcast

Fire
Stations

Fire
Operations

Meet the Chief
and Command Staff

Sign Up For
Code Red Alerts

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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

View Current Active Calls

News

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City of Boise Celebrates Grand Opening of Fire Station 13

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Boise Fire and Boise Police respond to water rescue in a canal

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FIRE OPS 101 Returns, Boise Fire and Local 149 Offer Insider Look at Emergency Response Work

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