The Milwaukee Fire Department is celebrating a remarkable 150 years of service by reflecting on its storied past. Showcasing this journey, the department's social media page is set to regularly feature key historical events that have shaped its operations and relationship with the community. "Throughout the year, we'll be sharing stories from our rich history and taking a look back at momentous events that made a lasting impact on the way we serve you - our community," shared the Milwaukee Fire Department on Facebook.
Significant moments include June 20, 1925, when Engine 33 was brought into service at 2932 W. Forest Home Avenue. The timeline also notes a 4th alarm fire on June 20, 1997, at the Barrell Plating Company, coupled with Engine 5 being totaled in an accident. Further incidents marked on this day in history include a 5th alarm fire on June 20, 2012, at the Food Castle Meat Market and adjacent vacant apartments, as well as a 3rd alarm fire on June 20, 2020, at the Cimco Recycling Company.
The department's initiative to highlight these past events is aided by contributions from the Milwaukee Fire Historical Society & Fire Museum. The shared historical insights not only pay homage to the department's heritage but also serve to educate and connect more deeply with the residents they protect. This outreach effort aims to magnify the dedication of Milwaukee's firefighters throughout the years, acknowledging their evolution in service and the challenges they've overcome.
As the Milwaukee Fire Department continues to steadily cover the 150-year journey, it invites the community to stay tuned to its social media pages for more installments of its history. Additional information and historical images provided by the friends at Milwaukee Fire Historical Society & Fire Museum demonstrate an engaging method to maintain public awareness and appreciation for the department's longstanding presence in the city.
