University Fire Department

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C-shift training. Probation is 6 months long and involves learning basic fire and EMS skills while responding to real w...
10/05/2026

C-shift training. Probation is 6 months long and involves learning basic fire and EMS skills while responding to real world calls.

TRAINING TO RESCUE OUR OWN University Fire Department firefighters recently trained on the Denver Drill, a firefighter r...
09/30/2026

TRAINING TO RESCUE OUR OWN
University Fire Department firefighters recently trained on the Denver Drill, a firefighter rescue exercise designed to challenge crews in tight spaces, limited visibility, and difficult working conditions.
The drill requires firefighters to locate, package, lift, and remove a downed firefighter from a confined area—while operating in full structural firefighting PPE and SCBA.
Firefighter rescue skills are built through repetition. Training under realistic conditions helps our crews develop the communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence needed when conditions are at their worst.
We train hard because someday the firefighter who needs rescuing could be one of our own.

UFD members participated in a 2-day Nozzle Forward class by Aaron Fields and sponsored by the Fairbanks Fire Departmen...
09/29/2026

UFD members participated in a 2-day Nozzle Forward class by Aaron Fields and sponsored by the Fairbanks Fire Department.

5 UFD firefighters ran the Equinox Marathon last Saturday, completing the rigorous 26.2-mile course after training for t...
09/21/2026

5 UFD firefighters ran the Equinox Marathon last Saturday, completing the rigorous 26.2-mile course after training for the past five months. Strong Work, Owen Gerking, Noah Ricco, Max Heineken, Brady Moore, and Matteo Yoon.

At the University Fire Department, UAF students don’t just go to class—they train and serve as firefighters, EMTs, and e...
09/04/2026

At the University Fire Department, UAF students don’t just go to class—they train and serve as firefighters, EMTs, and emergency responders while earning their degree.

Sometimes, the best classroom is the apparatus bay. 🚒Ladder 12 getting some aerial training time in. Maintaining profici...
09/01/2026

Sometimes, the best classroom is the apparatus bay. 🚒

Ladder 12 getting some aerial training time in. Maintaining proficiency with our equipment is part of staying ready for the next call.
Train. Prepare. Respond.

Already a busy tour filled with driver's training, responding to calls, and getting into the school year.
08/31/2026

Already a busy tour filled with driver's training, responding to calls, and getting into the school year.

06/03/2026

Probationary Firefighter Blake Moore tagging a hydrant.

06/03/2026

Busy shift of training, bringing rigs into service, promotions, and fun.

Last weekend, Ester Volunteer Fire Department conducted a joint training with Chena Goldstream Fire and Rescue and the U...
06/02/2026

Last weekend, Ester Volunteer Fire Department conducted a joint training with Chena Goldstream Fire and Rescue and the University Fire Department. Ester VFD acquired a structure from a gracious community member, and with authorization from the Department of Environmental Compliance, the fire crews were able to practice fire tactics on an actual structure fire with a controlled environment and instructors present. Then the structure was intentionally and safely burned to the ground.

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1011 N Chandalar Drive
Fairbanks, AK
99775

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(907)4745770

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