NIESA Professional Fire Fighters - Local 5633

09/02/2026

☀️ HEAT ADVISORY REMINDER — PLEASE TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY ☀️

Today’s heat index is expected to reach 95°–100°F, with the Heat Advisory in effect until 8 PM EDT.

Extreme heat can be dangerous for anyone, but older adults and people with pre-existing medical conditions are especially vulnerable. Please check on your loved ones, neighbors, and anyone who may have difficulty staying cool.

❤️ Why heat can be especially dangerous:

* Heart disease: Heat makes the heart work harder and can increase the risk of cardiovascular complications.
* Lung disease: Hot, humid air can make breathing more difficult.
* Kidney disease: Dehydration can reduce blood flow to the kidneys and potentially worsen kidney function.
* Diabetes and other chronic conditions: Heat and dehydration can disrupt normal blood sugar and fluid balance.
* Older adults: They may not feel thirst as strongly and may have a reduced ability to regulate body temperature, putting them at greater risk for dehydration and overheating.
* Medications: Some medications can affect sweating, hydration, blood pressure, or the body’s ability to handle heat.

🚨 Know the warning signs:
Heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea, muscle cramps, confusion, unusual fatigue, or fainting can be signs of heat illness. Confusion, seizures, loss of consciousness, or extremely hot skin are medical emergencies — call 911 immediately.

💧 PLEASE:
• Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day
• Stay in air conditioning whenever possible
• Avoid strenuous outdoor activity, especially during the hottest hours
• Stay out of direct sunlight
• Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing
• Check on elderly family members, friends, and neighbors
• Never leave children, elderly adults, or pets in a parked vehicle

A few minutes of checking on someone today could make a life-saving difference.
🚒 Stay cool. Stay hydrated. Stay safe. ❤️

08/19/2026

*UPDATE” 8:55am The road is back open and flowing normal traffic

M-52 between Bell Oak rd. and Sherwood rd. is currently closed due to powerlines down and arching across the roadway. DTE has been notified and NIESA Fire Units are on scene. Please find an alternate route east or west on Bell Oak rd. if you’re going south and east or west on Sherwood rd. if you’re going north on M52 .

08/12/2026

Congratulations to our newest Paramedic graduates from NIESA! On monday, Maeve, Colin and Richard received their certificate of completion and graduated out of the Lansing Community College Paramedic program! Two of which have already passed their NREMT and have their state licenses! Congratulations to the three of you! NIESA Fire/Rescue and IAFF Local 5633 is proud to have you as members. We know you will all do great things for the department!
Also pictured are Capt. Cole, Lt/Medic Babcock and FF/FTO Medic Lane.

08/10/2026

A midnight fire call last night, for what was thought to be possibly a car smoking. This lead to what was actually a blown tire. “Blue Shift” Car-61 and Engine-61 crew with Station 62’s, Engine-62 crew were able to save her some time waiting for roadside assistance by changing out the tire with a spare she luckily had for the last leg of her journey home.
Solid work everyone!

08/01/2026

“BLUE SHIFT” Said farewell to our paramedic intern, Zach Hebel this evening. Paramedic student Hebel spent the last few months with us learning to become a proficient medic while attending Lansing Community College EMS program. Internship is part of their curriculum to pass their paramedic program and move on to NREMT testing to obtain their state license and national certification. Good luck Zach, as you head back to your own department at Lansing Fire Department. We’re sure you will be a great asset to Fire Department and the city of Lansing!

07/24/2026

This summer, the community has been booming with lemonade stands from local kids. Happy to say that when we’ve had the time to stop, we’ve tried to hit as many as we’ve come across! We love seeing young entrepreneurs out doing a little business while summer break slowly comes to an end. 
Today “Red Shift” was able to stop and give these young kids some business with ladder 61. 

07/21/2026

Come support your local first responders on August, 4th at 6:00 pm, at McCormick Park during #2026 Williamston Police Department

Come on out on the 4th and see our set up along with “them guys” from the Police Dept! Going to be a fun time!

07/18/2026

Our first ever blood drive at Station 61 went very well yesterday with donors coming in to help save lives through donations of whole blood and power red donations. Thank you to every single donor who came in to provide vital blood during a major national shortage. Whole blood donations go on to save three lives while power red go out to save six live throughout the country. To all that donated yesterday, don’t forget to download the Red Cross App to track where your blood has been used to save a life of an individual in dire need.

07/16/2026

🚨 AIR QUALITY ALERT 🚨

If you've stepped outside today, you've probably noticed the sky looks a little different. The hazy, sepia-colored skies are the result of smoke from the Canadian wildfires, and unfortunately, that smoke is affecting our local air quality.

Health and weather experts are advising everyone to take precautions, especially children, older adults, and anyone with asthma, COPD, or other respiratory conditions.
Here are a few simple ways to protect yourself and your family today:
🏠 Keep your windows closed. Run your air conditioning if possible. Most home and business HVAC systems have filters that help remove many of the harmful smoke particles from the air.
💪 Take it easy outdoors. Consider making today a rest day. Heavy exercise or strenuous outdoor work causes you to breathe faster and deeper, allowing more fine smoke particles to reach your lungs.
🔥 Help reduce additional smoke. If possible, postpone bonfires and avoid burning storm debris or yard waste until air quality improves. If burning is permitted in your area, always obtain the appropriate burn permit and follow all local regulations.
🌫️ Even if you feel healthy, wildfire smoke can affect everyone. If you experience persistent coughing, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, or worsening respiratory symptoms, move indoors and seek medical attention if necessary. Please look out for your neighbors, friends, and family members who may be more sensitive to poor air quality. Stay safe, stay informed, and take care of one another.

07/15/2026

“Green Shift” is sending a BIG Thank You, to Old Nation Brewing Co. For an awesome breakfast and energy drinks, hand delivered right to the firehouse!!
You guys are great!

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