Cadillac Firefighters L704

Cadillac Firefighters L704 Local 704 is an affiliate of the IAFF and MPFFU, representing the CFD’s professional firefighters.

Members took advantage of this beautiful weather to do some training this morning.
06/01/2026

Members took advantage of this beautiful weather to do some training this morning.

05/31/2026

📈WHAT THE STUDIES TELL US 📈

📊​Rigorous, independent research proves that numbers on the apparatus directly translate to lives saved:

​The NIST Landmark Study: Controlled live-burn research by the National Institute of Standards and Technology demonstrated that larger crews complete critical fireground tasks up to 30% faster than understaffed teams.

​The FSRI Health & Safety Study: Research by the Fire Safety Research Institute confirms that the 4-person baseline is a floor, not a ceiling. Moving to a 5-person model dramatically reduces extreme physical exhaustion, limits rapid fire growth, and minimizes toxic gas exposures.

​Real-World Performance Outcomes: Field simulations evaluating engine crew sizes showed that adding personnel yields an 11% faster time to put water on the fire, a 27% faster victim removal time, and a staggering 74% improvement in establishing a reliable water supply.

As we go into a nice weekend, we wanted to remind everyone of the rules for recreational fires within the city limits!- ...
05/30/2026

As we go into a nice weekend, we wanted to remind everyone of the rules for recreational fires within the city limits!

- A fire-pit must be contained and at least 25 feet away from any structures (fences are included).

- If you do not have 25 feet of clear distance, you can purchase an enclosed outdoor fireplace. An enclosed outdoor fireplace can be a minimum of 15 feet away from any structures. Enclosed fireplaces must be UL listed and approved.

- Dry round lumber is the only material that you are allowed to burn. The burning of yard waste, trash, building materials, etc., is strictly prohibited.

- Recreational fires must less than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet or less in height.

- If at any point during your recreational fire smoke becomes an issue for any neighbor, you will have to extinguish your fire.

- If your recreational fire becomes out of control, you may be held responsible for any damages to private and/or public property.

It’s career day at Lincoln Elementary today!
05/29/2026

It’s career day at Lincoln Elementary today!

This morning, the on duty members joined in the Memorial Day parade through downtown.
05/25/2026

This morning, the on duty members joined in the Memorial Day parade through downtown.

Today and always we remember and honor our fallen service members.
05/25/2026

Today and always we remember and honor our fallen service members.

Earlier this week, members trained on carrying, throwing, and raising ladders.
05/16/2026

Earlier this week, members trained on carrying, throwing, and raising ladders.

The sun is finally out in Cadillac!
05/14/2026

The sun is finally out in Cadillac!

Last night around 9pm, members responded to a reported fire in an apartment building. Several reports indicated a fire i...
05/13/2026

Last night around 9pm, members responded to a reported fire in an apartment building. Several reports indicated a fire inside an apartment with a person still inside the apartment. Once inside the apartment, members were able to quickly extinguish a small fire with a water can. Members then worked on removing the smoke from the area. Additional residents of the affected floor were evacuated as a precaution, but were able to return to their apartments a short time later. A second alarm was initially requested to bring additional mutual aid units, but most of those units were canceled after the quick extinguishment of the fire. After ensuring the building was free of smoke and the fire alarm was reset, members left the situation with building maintenance.

Initial Response: E2, TL1 , & A170
Second Alarm: Cherry Grove A41 & EM-1

05/11/2026

Michigan firefighters are pushing legislation to address inadequate staffing, unsustainable work hours and health risks.

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200 N Lake Street
Cadillac, MI
49601

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(231) 775-3114

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