Irving Fire Fighters

10/06/2026

It’s , and today we’re highlighting a growing fire risk found in nearly every home: lithium-ion batteries.

Lithium-ion batteries power our phones, laptops, power tools, e-bikes, scooters, and countless other everyday devices. While generally safe when used properly, damaged batteries or improper charging can lead to overheating, fires, and even thermal runaway.

Swipe through for a few simple ways to charge safely and help prevent lithium-ion battery fires.

Stay alert. Charge safely. Protect your home and family.

09/18/2026

Tomorrow, firefighters from across the DFW Metroplex and throughout the country will gather in Colorado Springs to honor 288 fallen IAFF members at the Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial.

Their names will be added to the memorial wall, where they will forever be remembered for their service, sacrifice, and dedication to the communities they served.

We invite you to join us in honoring our fallen brothers and sisters by watching the memorial ceremony livestream tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. CST.

You can watch using the attached link or by visiting the IAFF’s YouTube page.

Our Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial is an annual event that honors the...

09/11/2026

Today, we honor the 343 FDNY members and one New York City fire patrolman killed on Sept. 11, 2001, the thousands of others who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks, and all those who have died since from WTC-related illnesses.

Twenty-five years later, we will .

09/07/2026

Labor Day is more than a long weekend, a backyard BBQ, or an extra day off.

It is a day to recognize the generations of working men and women who organized, stood together, and fought for safer workplaces, fair wages, reasonable hours, and the rights and protections that workers continue to benefit from today.

As professional firefighters, we are proud to be part of that labor tradition. The strength of the labor movement has always come from working people standing together—not only for themselves, but for the families and communities they serve.

This Labor Day, we encourage everyone to remember the workers behind the products we buy and the services we rely on. When you have the opportunity, buy American-made and union-made. Supporting good jobs strengthens working families and strengthens our communities.

From the men and women of the Irving Professional Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 2073, we wish everyone a safe and happy Labor Day.

Strong workers. Strong families. Strong communities.

Daniel Rozier - 5th District Vice President - TSAFF
Texas State Association of Fire Fighters
Michael Glynn, IAFF District 11 Vice President
International Association of Fire Fighters

09/02/2026

Congratulations to the Lubbock Professional Firefighters Association and the City of Lubbock for approving of their first-ever Meet & Confer Agreement!

Among the many important provisions in this agreement is the implementation of a 24/72 work schedule for Lubbock firefighters.

Firefighters traditionally work schedules averaging approximately 53–56 hours per week—far beyond the standard 40-hour workweek. Moving to a 24/72 schedule reduces that average to approximately 42 hours per week, providing firefighters with more time for physical and mental recovery between shifts.

This is more than just a schedule change. It’s an investment in recruitment, retention, firefighter health and safety, and quality of life. Better-rested, healthier firefighters ultimately mean a stronger fire department and a higher level of service for the citizens they protect.

Congratulations to everyone who worked to make this historic agreement a reality. This is a significant step forward for Lubbock firefighters, their families, and the community they serve.

08/20/2026

08/13/2026

Local 2073 board members ran into IAFF General Secretary-Treasurer Frank Lima at Texas Live! — and he was proudly representing in a Local 2073 shirt!

We’re honored to have the support of International Association of Fire Fighters General President Edward A. Kelly and GST Lima here in North Texas. Local 2073 is proud to stand alongside their leadership and the nearly 370,000 professional firefighters and emergency responders represented by the IAFF across the United States and Canada.

Strong Locals. Strong Leadership. One IAFF.

08/10/2026

Local 2073 board members are at the 58th Biennial International Association of Fire Fighters convention right here in Arlington, Texas!

From August 9–14, more than 1,000 delegates representing locals from across the United States and Canada are coming together to debate the issues, establish priorities, and set the course for the future of our union.

We’re proud to represent Irving’s firefighters, make our voices heard, and stand alongside our brothers and sisters from across the IAFF as we work to strengthen our union and the fire service.

Strong locals build a strong IAFF.

08/02/2026

This morning, members of the Irving Fire Department honored 19-year-old Isabella Gonzales of Carrollton as she was escorted through Irving to her final resting place at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.

PFC Gonzales made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Her courage, selflessness, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Rest easy, Isabella.

07/30/2026

Dangerously hot conditions are expected, with heat index values reaching up to 109 degrees. The combination of extreme heat and humidity can significantly increase the risk of heat-related illness.

Residents needing relief from the heat can cool down at these locations during regular business hours. Please note that luggage is not permitted inside these facilities.

The Salvation Army is also operating a cooling station at 250 E. Grauwyler Rd. from 9 AM to 5 PM.

Please stay hydrated, limit time outdoors when possible, and check on family members, neighbors, and anyone who may be especially vulnerable to the heat.