City of Waterville Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 5409

04/03/2026

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03/01/2026

We are pleased to announce that Local 5409 has decided to open our online store once again. But this time, we have some updated items!! Now with different colors and shorts added. Come check it out!!

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02/17/2026

A shift involving one of their future firefighters by showing him the ropes today during training!

01/29/2026

Mike Benadum
Toledo Fire & Rescue Dept. (Retired)

Double Line of Duty Death Summary Analysis

Double Line-of-Duty Death Summary Analysis with Lessons Learned & Applied with special emphasis/focus on lessons learned and applied.Comprehensive summary analysis of the double line-of-duty death experienced by Toledo Fire-Rescue Department on January 26, 2014 with an in-depth emphasis on lesson's learned to include updated knowledge of modern fire behavior, standardization of first-due foreground size-up, initial & follow-up radio reporting, improving risk/benefit analysis, the 360 size up model, RIT & Mayday Management operations review and recommendations. Student takeaways will cover broad spectrum of safe fire ground operations.

Battalion Chief (Retired) Toledo Fire & Rescue Department.
Asst. Battalion Chief (Retired) Allen-Clay Joint Fire District.
Line-of-Duty Death Investigator for TFRD Double-Line-of-Duty Death of January 26, 2014.
43 years combined service record.

Saturday March 14th 9a-4p
Sunday March 15th 9a-4p

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01/12/2026

Crews spent this morning at Station 77 reviewing apparatus. As two separate departments who often operate together, its helpful to know what each department has. Friday we reviewed Tower 77 and Truck 85. This morning Engine 77, 78, and 85 were reviewed.

12/31/2025

Our crews are out and about on this snowy New Year’s Eve! As always a reminder to celebrate responsibly and be safe as you travel.

12/23/2025

12/23/2025

The Monclova Township fire battalion chief told WTOL 11 a car parked inside a condominium's attached garage caught fire. An investigation is ongoing.

11/01/2025

Local 5409 members are dedicated to keeping YOU safe!
Order closes tonight at midnight. Get your merch to show your pride for your 5409 members! Local 5409 appreciates your support! 🚒🚑

Online ordering for WATERVILLE LOCAL 5409 ends on Fri, Oct 24, 2025 (11:59 PM EDT)

10/31/2025

What’s scarier than these haunted houses? Low staffing!

10/11/2025

Here is our new link to purchase merch supporting Local 5409! Thank you for all your support!

Online ordering for WATERVILLE LOCAL 5409 ends on Fri, Oct 24, 2025 (11:59 PM EDT)