Fire Department

Prompt, Courteous & Professional Service

The Cincinnati Fire Department was organized in 1853 and is the nation's oldest fully paid professional fire department, which is why we are proud to be "First in the Nation."

The CFD continues to seek new methods and ideas to improve and increase the level of services provided to the citizens of this community. It will continue to provide its hallmark prompt, courteous and professional service that is consistent with the CFD’s tradition and the City of Cincinnati’s high standards.  Read More

Richard A. Braun

Cincinnati Fire Chief

On January 16th, 2011, Richard A. Braun became Cincinnati’s 16th Fire Chief.  Chief Braun served as an Assistant Fire Chief with the Columbus Division of Fire for 11 years, and worked for the Columbus Fire Division for more than 36 years.

Chief Braun was hired in the position because of his well-rounded experience in administrative functions, fire suppression and medical services.  Read More

Contact The Fire Department

Cincinnati Fire Department
430 Central Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Phone: (513) 352-6220
Fax: (513) 352-1548

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News

May 6, 2012

One Alarm Structure Fire at 3922 Borden St. in Northside

District Fire Chief Marc E. Monahan reported on a One-Alarm structure fire that occurred in the Northside neighborhood of Cincinnati on Sunday, May 6, 2012.   Read More

May 6, 2012

One Alarm Fire at 2711 Robert Ave in Fairmount

District 3 Fire Chief Rob McWilliams reported on a one alarm fire that occurred in a single family home on the morning of May 6th at 2711 Robert Ave in Fairmount.   Read More

May 1, 2012

One Alarm Structure Fire at 825 William Howard Taft Road in Walnut Hills

District One Fire Chief Lou Arnold reported on a one-alarm structure fire which occurred early  morning in the Walnut Hills neighborhood.   Read More

Apr 27, 2012

Two Alarm Structure Fire at 3243 Riverside Drive-East End

District One Fire Chief Lou Arnold reported on a two-alarm structure fire which occurred the  morning of April 27, 2012 in the East End neighborhood.   Read More

Apr 23, 2012

Cincinnati Fire Department First Annual Firefighter Awards Banquet

Recognizing the brave men and women of the Cincinnati Fire Department. Including, local citizens who have taken part in courageous rescue efforts or distinguished acts of service.   Read More

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