Philadelphia Fire Department Foundation

It was an extraordinarily exhausting morning for the Philadelphia Fire Department, with members responding to five fires, one of which went to three alarms, two others going to all-hands status, and three of which were simultaneous.

Firefighting and rescue operations become even more hazardous in freezing temperatures, so we’re immensely grateful for the partners who keep us safe and protected. In last night’s fires, we worked with OEM, L&I, Fleet, and more. Please keep our members and impacted neighbors in your thoughts today as they recover. Thank you to for your tireless work,

Today the PFD took part in the proud tradition of celebrating Benjamin Franklin’s birthday with the American Philosophical Society. They joined them for the march from Franklin Hall at APS to Ben’s grave at 5th and Arch in the Christ Church Burial Ground.

Want to celebrate with us? Join us tomorrow at in Old City at 11 a.m. There’s a ceremony and storytelling event as part of the “firstivals” which highlight all the great things that started right here in Philly - like the Union Fire Company.

(L-R) Fire Commissioner Jeff Thompson, Benjamin Franklin (who turns 320 tomorrow!), PFD Historian & Fireman’s Hall Curator Firefighter Brian Anderson, Executive Chief Daniel McCarty.