Marion Firefighters IAFF Local 379

06/04/2026

Today, 6/04/2026 the Fire Department is operating at our current minimum staffing level. Station 2 is staffed with two personnel cross-manning Ladder 25 and Medic 27.

Recent budget adjustments reduced our minimum shift staffing from 13 firefighters to 11. While operating with fewer personnel is not ideal, we remain committed to providing the highest level of service to our community. We are grateful for your continued support, and we are hopeful that staffing levels can be restored in the future.

06/03/2026

6/3/26 Today staffing is at minimum. Station 2 has 2 personnel cross-manning Ladder 25 and Medic 27. This may impact response times to calls in the city.

06/02/2026

6/2/26 Today staffing is at minimum. Station 2 has 2 personnel cross-manning Ladder 25 and Medic 27. This may impact response times to calls in the city.

05/31/2026

Staffing Saves Lives.

The New York City Council is pushing to restore a fifth firefighter on FDNY engine companies because they recognize what firefighters have known for decades: adequate staffing matters.

Studies continue to show that increasing crew size improves fireground efficiency, enhances firefighter safety, and leads to better outcomes for the citizens we serve.

Here in Marion, our firefighters routinely respond with only two firefighters assigned to an apparatus. Despite these challenges, our members continue to answer the call every day and provide the highest level of service possible to our community.

The conversation taking place in New York highlights an important truth that applies to departments of every size: when emergency calls come in, staffing levels directly impact the speed, safety, and effectiveness of the response.

Safe staffing is not about convenience. It is about firefighter safety, public safety, and ensuring that every emergency receives the resources necessary to achieve the best possible outcome.

City Council Speaker Julie Menin wants to add a fifth firefighter to 86 FDNY engine companies in high-risk areas

05/29/2026

Marion Public Health is launching a new Community Partner Spotlight series!

This month we are proud to spotlight our community partner, the Marion City Fire Department.

From emergency response and fire prevention to EMS services and public safety education, these dedicated professionals work every day to protect and serve our community. Marion Public Health is grateful to work alongside Marion City Fire on inspections and safety efforts involving restaurants, housing, and food trucks — helping ensure the places our community lives, eats, and plays remain safe and healthy for everyone.

Together, we are committed to building a stronger, safer, and more resilient Marion. Thank you to the men and women of Marion City Fire for your dedication, service, and partnership.

05/29/2026

5/29/26 Today staffing is at minimum. Station 2 has 2 personnel cross-manning Ladder 25 and Medic 27. This may impact response times to calls in the city.

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

5/24/26 Today staffing is at minimum. Station 2 has 2 personnel cross-manning Ladder 25 and Medic 27. This may impact response times to calls in the city.

05/23/2026

1 Crew 2 House Ladder 25 is on scene helping our brothers to the north on a commercial structure fire in Bucyrus. Station 2 will be unmanned until further notice. 🚒🚒

UPDATE:

Station 2 is back to being manned but still with only 2 Firefighters cross-manning Ladder 25 and Medic 27.

05/23/2026

5/23/26 Today staffing is at minimum. Station 2 has 2 personnel cross-manning Ladder 25 and Medic 27. This may impact response times to calls in the city.