About Us

Our People

There are about 1,600 firefighters who provide an effective 24-hour response to emergencies across the metropolitan fire district.

MFB firefighters provide community protection, education services and emergency response from 47 strategically located fire stations and specialist departments.

With state-of-the-art equipment, the MFB is well positioned to effectively protect the community.

          A lone Firefighter watches on during a training exercise
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Facts and Features
Safety Tip

The Australasian Fire and Emergency Services Authority Council (AFAC) recommends monthly testing of smoke alarms to ensure they are working correctly.

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Its True

Only working Smoke Alarms save lives.

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