"Secure Indiana" License Plates Save Lives

Did you know proceeds from the sale of the Secure Indiana plate go directly to support local heroes, including firefighters, police officers and medical professionals as they protect Hoosiers.  Your contribution provides grants and scholarships to these brave men and women.  Fort Wayne Fire Department was a recent recipient of a grant made possible by those who have purchased a plate.  Get a plate today at your local BMV branch-together we make a difference and keep Hoosiers safe. Visit www.in.gov/dhs/foundationscholarship.htm for more information.

41st Annual Rager Stiverson Softball Game

FIRE & POLICE DEPARTMENTS CHALLENGE EACH OTHER

IN 41st ANNUAL MEMORIAL SOFTBALL GAME

For the second year in a row Fort Wayne Firefighters are looking to take back the title Wednesday when the Fort Wayne Fire Department (FWFD) and the Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) challenge each other in the 41st Annual Rager-Stiverson Memorial Softball Game. The game will be played at the Main Diamond of Fort Wayne Turners (3636 Parnell Avenue) Wednesday, July 17 beginning with opening ceremonies at 6:30 p.m. and the game starting at 7 p.m.

The softball game, a family-friendly event, which pits firefighters against police officers, was originally played just for bragging rights. In 1973, the game was dedicated to honor Michael Thomas Rager, Fort Wayne Fire Department District Chief, and Patrolman Kenneth P. Stiverson, Fort Wayne Police Department, both of whom died in the line of duty while serving the citizens of Fort Wayne in 1972 and 1969 respectively.

Firefighters claim 2014 is the year for triumph and plan to win back the bragging rights and the 4-foot trophy that accompanies the win. Despite past valiant efforts the Fort Wayne Firefighters have fallen to the Fort Wayne Police by a score of 30 to 15 in 2013 and 23 to 18 in 2012.

Request a Free Smoke Detector

How to Request a Smoke Detector   
Q & A

1.   I would like to request a smoke detector for my home.  What do I do?

To receive a free smoke detector one must fill out and submitt the online Smoke Detector Request Form. CLICK HERE to request a smoke detector

2.   Who is eligible to receive a smoke detector and installation?  What are the requirements?  

• Applicants should reside within Fort Wayne city limits.    
• Applicants must own the residence (not rent) and are not a landlord using the detectors for rental properties.
• Applicants requesting a smoke detector agree the Fort Wayne Fire Department will install the detector at  the time of the detector delivery.
• The homeowner/individual 18 years or older must be present at the time of installation and agree to sign the waiver of liability.

3.   I have submitted a completed online request form for a smoke detector.  Now what?

Once the submitted form is received by the Fort Wayne Fire Department.  You will be contacted by a representative from the Department to coordinate an installation time. 

4.   I do not have access to the internet and am unable to request a smoke detector.  What should I do? 

• Free computer/ internet access is available at any Allen County Library location.  Check with your local library branch for their specific hours. 
• You can complete a hard copy of the request form at any Fort Wayne Fire Station.

5.   Can I stop by a fire station to receive/pick up a smoke detector?  I don’t want it installed. 

While individual Fort Wayne Fire Stations do have hard copies of the request form, they do not have a supply of detectors.  You will be asked to complete the form on site and submit it to the crew. 

Installation by the Fire Department is necessary to receive the free detector.

6.   I have more questions that are not answered on this page.  Who can I contact?

Please call the Fort Wayne Fire Department Administrative Office at 427-1478.

2014 Fire Service Awards Ceremony

FORT WAYNE, IND., March 18, 2014 –The Honorable Mayor Henry, Public Safety Director Rusty York and Fire Chief Amy Biggs will honor firefighters and citizen heroes Wednesday, March 19, at the annual Fort Wayne Fire Department Service Awards at the Public Safety Academy/Ivy Tech South Campus (7602 Patriot Crossing).

Beginning at 7 p.m., the award recipients to be honored include; 

Citizen Action Award for

Brooke Slater and Brittany Williams - For their lifesaving actions to rescue a  young boy from a pond on April 18, 2013.

Citizen Meritorious Award

• Jaclyn and Joseph McGuigan – For their lifesaving response and actions to contain and extinguish a mobile home fire on August 10, 2013.
• Liz Layson – For initiating and rendering lifesaving first aid to a fellow employee after he collapsed on October 14, 2013.
• Jon Mansfield, Dave Hoagland and Jim Hoagland – For their lifesaving actions and efforts at a motor vehicle accident with a party pinned on October 1, 2013.
• Andrea Sierks and Katie Schnitz – For their lifesaving response and actions at the scene of a vehicle vs. moped accident on December 4, 2013.
• Dr. Mark O’Shaughnessy – For his ongoing professional service, dedication and continued support of firefighter’s health and well-being. 

Firefighter Meritorious Award

• • Captain Eric Balliet – For his lifesaving response and actions off-duty at a motor vehicle accident on September 17, 2014.

Firefighter Commendation Award

• • Pvt. Brad Garton – For his lifesaving response and actions at a motor vehicle accident with a party pinned on October 1, 2013.

Firefighter Community Service Award

• Captain Robert Trabel – For his innovative approach and ongoing efforts to protect the citizens of Fort Wayne and to build community relationships.

Firefighter Twenty Year Specialty Team Member Award

• • Private Jim Baals – Water Rescue Team
  • Captain Bruce Bickley – Water Rescue Team
  • Battalion Chief Bill Endorf – Hazardous Materials Team
  • Battalion Chief Dennis Maxwell – Hazardous Materials Team
  • Captain Matt Loraine – Hazardous Materials Team
  • Captain Dennis Giere – Special Operations Response Team
  • Captain Russ McCurdy – Special Operations Response Team
  • Private Pat Riley – Special Operations Response Team
  • Captain Randy Zion – Special Operations Response Team

For more information about this year’s Fort Wayne Fire Department Service Awards please call Stacey Fleming at 260.427.1102.

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