Columbia Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 1055

06/05/2026

05/29/2026

BRS 26-1 is progressing nicely. All members have received their requisite state certifications and will be working on ‘in house’ strategies and tactics to learn how we do business here at .

05/27/2026

At 7:13 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, Columbia Fire Department (CFD) companies were dispatched to a commercial structure fire in the 1600 block of Amelia Street.

CFD companies arrived within three minutes of initial dispatch to find smoke showing from the second story of a two-story apartment complex.

While residents of the complex were evacuating, firefighters entered the structure to simultaneously search for potential residents and begin the fire attack. The flames were contained to the room of origin and firefighters had the fire safely under control within approximately 12 minutes of arrival.

There were no occupants inside the unit at the time of the incident and there were no reported injuries.

A total of five fire companies, two chief officers, one safety captain and one fire marshal with 20 personnel responded to the scene.

The Columbia Fire Marshals Battalion has conducted an investigation into the origin and cause of the fire and determined the fire to be caused by improperly discarded smoking materials.

05/25/2026

Today we pause to reflect, remember and honor members of our armed forces that have laid down their lives in service of our nation to protect the freedoms we hold dear for nearly 250 years.

05/22/2026

It’s a big day for as we officially placed Quint 10 in service! It’s business as usual for this new crew, having responded to its first two calls already today.

Big news, Columbia - Quint 10 is officially in service!

This morning at 10:22 a.m., Quint 10 responded to its first-ever call, located in East Columbia. Housed at interim Station 10 on South El Chaparral Avenue, this addition to our fleet and station location will expand our ability to meet the community's needs and reduce response times as Columbia continues to grow.

We're so excited to see Quint 10's crews in action!

05/20/2026

Some of ’s finest are furthering their water rescue skills and capabilities with a 4 day training in St. Louis. Hats off to these members for their hard work!

05/19/2026

Columbia Firefighters proudly endorse Proposition 1 - A 1% sales tax dedicated to public safety in Columbia.

Thank you to City of Columbia, Mo. Government, Mayor Barbara Buffaloe and Columbia, MO Fire Department for the time and work to bring this to the voters!

Vote YES on Prop 1 on August 4th!

05/17/2026

Columbia Fire Department is purchasing a new aerial ladder truck 7 for the first time in 14 years.

05/13/2026

See lights? Hear sirens? Move to the right.

We are seeing several drivers failing to yield when fire trucks are responding to emergencies. That is dangerous for you, for other drivers, and for our firefighters.

Here's what to do when emergency vehicles are approaching with flashing lights and sirens:
• Pull to the right and stop your vehicle. Can't pull over? Then just stop where you are.
• Never try to speed through a red light to "clear the way".
• Don't drive around emergency vehicles blocking the road, and never drive through traffic cones or barriers at incident scenes.
• Keep intersections clear - those open lanes may be crucial for responders.
• Stay alert and watch for our first responders.

Following these steps helps us do our jobs more effectively and ensures that we can quickly respond to emergencies. Help us get where we're going quickly and safely - someone's life could depend on it!

05/07/2026

Have you registered for the ⛳️ 28th Annual Burn Classic yet?! There are still a few spots available, sign up before it’s too late! ⏰

Visit our website linked below to purchase a team, or for sponsorship opportunities

https://www.iafflocal1055.org