Yesterday a recycling truck dumped its load on the 1600 block of Summit Ave, after a fire was discovered.  Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire. Improper disposal of batteries, smoking materials, and chemicals are the most common causes of such fires. Saint Paul Public Works

I had a chance to visit with Brittney Baker over the summer at Rondo’s Juneteenth celebration—I know she’ll serve Saint Paul Fire Dept well as Captain. Congratulations! kare11.com/article/news/l…

SAINT PAUL: HazMat - State Capitol - HazMat crews are assessing the scene after seven jars wrapped in socks and three bags with an unknown powder were found in a first-floor restroom. Crews are preparing to make entry in an attempt to identify the substances. The building has…

Fire crews are on scene at a residential fire on the 1600 block of Juliet Ave. Firefighters quickly made entry and rescued one occupant. SPFD paramedics treated and transported the patient to a local hospital. The fire is under investigation. No other injuries were reported.

The Department of Safety and Inspections has determined the structural collapse caused by this morning’s University Ave fire will require the building to be demolished. Demolition has started, Eastbound University will remain closed through this afternoon.

Firefighters responded to a basement fire on the 900 block of University Ave W just before 3am. Crews made entry to fight the fire and conduct primary searches. Conditions changed, firefighters were pulled out and defensive operations started. No injuries have been reported.

The Advanced Technical Rescue team for Saint Paul Fire Dept did a demo for us on rescues in confined space. The crew had to recover a body from a cave Wednesday night underneath Kellogg Blvd by the Saint Paul RiverCentre. Details on the dangers/challenges they faced at 10 on WCCO | CBS News Minnesota.

Yesterday’s fire on the 1000 block of Western Ave N. resulted in St. Paul’s first Fire fatality for 2023. The fire is under investigation. St. Paul Police, SFMD, and DSI inspectors are assisting with the investigation. Media availability 9/20 at 11AM, Western Ave N & Cook Ave W

Crews are on scene at the intersection of Jenks and Arcade for a commercial fire. The fire was called in at 1:25pm. The business was not open at the time of the fire. No injuries have been reported. The building is across the street from this morning’s fire.

Firefighters are on scene at a commercial fire on the 900 block of Arcade Street. Crews were called to the scene at 6:15am. The building was unoccupied at the time of the fire.

I spoke on the House Floor this morning to commemorate Captain Chris Parsons, who will be laid to rest later today in Minnesota.

We thank him for his service to our community, and I am so grateful to have called him a friend.

“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Captain Parsons. Chris was not only a good firefighter, and a great advocate for those in public safety, he was also a great Dad, Son, Brother, partner and a good friend.” Fire Chief Butch Inks

The Firefighter Application Period is open from 01 June to 30 June 2023.  Interested candidates should apply today at: stpaul.gov/jobs

Suspected arson fire at 430 Dale Street N (Oromo American Twhid Islamic center). The building was not occupied at the time of the fire, no injuries were reported. Fire investigators are working with SPPD. Media availability onsite at 11:00am.

Crews are on scene at an apartment fire at Grand and St. Albans. This is an active incident and suppression efforts are ongoing. No injuries have been reported.

No fire department personnel were injured. The shooting took place at a different location and the patient was brought to Fire Station 24 for EMS care.

Crews responded to a large commercial fire on Ridder Cr at 1120pm. 50 #firefighters responded, crews were on scene until 4:45am. A 2,000 gallon water tender was requested from Maplewood Fire to address water supply. No injuries were reported. The fire is under investigation.

Firefighters were dispatched to a residential fire on the 2100 block of Bush Ave this AM at 9:17. Crews extinguished the fire and treated one occupant with minor injuries. The fire was accidental. No other injuries were reported.

“The safety of our residents is the city’s top priority. This temporary one-sided parking ban allows us to make sure our streets are safe and accessible not only for emergency vehicles, but for school buses, and all our residents.” Fire Chief Butch Inks

Crews responded to a fire in a vacant home on the 1100 block of Beech St at 3:35am. Firefighters extinguished the fire and conducted extensive overhaul. One firefighter was injured during firefighting operations. The fire is under investigation but appears to be accidental.