Milwaukee Fire Department
MunicipalMilwaukee, Wisconsin
- Stations: 31+ coverage
- Staffing: 700 career firefighters
- Specialty units: Great Lakes maritime, technical rescue, EMS transport
- Established: 1875
📞 (414) 286-8900🌐 Official site
← Back to all statesMidwest region86% combination or volunteer
Wisconsin Fire Departments
Milwaukee expanding stations and paramedic units with 2024-2025 budget increases.
Milwaukee reopening stations and hiring 200 firefighters by 2025.
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Department breakdown
Total departments3
Municipal3
Madison Fire Department
MunicipalMadison, Wisconsin
- Stations: 14+ coverage
- Staffing: 300 career firefighters
- Specialty units: State capital response, lake rescue, technical rescue
📞 (608) 266-4420🌐 Official site
Green Bay Metro Fire Department
MunicipalGreen Bay, Wisconsin
- Stations: 8+ coverage
- Staffing: 180 career firefighters
- Specialty units: Bay operations, technical rescue, community outreach
📞 (920) 448-3208🌐 Official site
About Wisconsin Fire Departments
Wisconsin has 3 featured fire departments ranging from large metropolitan agencies to smaller volunteer organizations. These departments serve communities across the state with diverse operational needs and specialties.
The state's fire service includes approximately 86% of departments that operate as combination or volunteer organizations, reflecting the strong tradition of community-based emergency services throughout Wisconsin.
Milwaukee expanding stations and paramedic units with 2024-2025 budget increases. Many departments are actively recruiting and expanding their capabilities to meet growing community needs.