Jefferson Parish Fire Department

06/01/2026

Jefferson Parish officials say a boating accident near the Chef Menteur Pass Bridge killed one of their fire captains.

https://www.wwltv.com/article/news/local/jefferson/jefferson-parish-fire-department-captain-dies-in-boating-accident-near-chef-menteur-pass-officials-say/289-1e94cf02-b9b1-46a3-b19e-17d6944c41b0?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WWLTV

05/28/2026

Today, the New Orleans Fire Department stands alongside the Jefferson Parish Fire Department as we mourn the tragic loss of Lieutenant Dennis Casey Jr.

Fire Superintendent Roman Nelson and the members of the NOFD extend our deepest condolences to Lieutenant Casey’s family, friends, and fellow firefighters. Lieutenant Casey was lost in a tragic boating accident on Friday, May 22, 2026.

His dedication to public service and commitment to protecting others will not be forgotten. During this difficult time, we ask our community to keep his loved ones and the Jefferson Parish Fire Department in your thoughts and prayers.

05/04/2026

04/13/2026

This is National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, April 12- 18,2026.We are very appreciative to have the best of the best serving the Parish of Jefferson. Many thanks and appreciation specifically to our very own JPFD Fire Communications Division and the entire Jefferson Parish 911 Communications District for your dedication and professionalism. We couldn’t do what we do without you.
JPFD Strong!

03/26/2026

🚨Operation Save-A-Life is in full swing. State Fire Marshal Deputies Dale Champagne & Theresa Raborn distributed smoke alarms in Region 4 area this week. Working smoke alarms save lives. If you need a free smoke alarm and installation, contact your local fire department or the State Fire Marshal's Office. 🚒

03/26/2026

Today, JPFD Fire Prevention Division, host a parish wide meeting with Fire Prevention Personnel representing Inspections, Investigations, and Public Education. This group meets quarterly throughout the parish to share information, education, and technical issues to better the services everyone is providing to their community. We also have representatives from JPSO Detective Bureau and NCIS that participate and share insight from the Law Enforcement side of Fire Investigation. This division of the fire service is always working hard to provide for a safer and better tomorrow.

Thank you all for your service and dedication to your craft in the fire service!

03/10/2026

The early morning bell sounded for members of JPFD this morning. Firefighters battled a 2 alarm residential structure fire in the 4500 block of Transcontinental Blvd. The home owner and family safely evacuated this home prior to JPFD’s arrival due to early warning signals from the homes smoke alarm system. The home owner reported smoke and flames were seen on the back patio that rapidly spread to the attic and roof of the home. JPFD Firefighters arrived on scene within 4 minutes and had this fire under control within 30 minutes of arrival. No injuries were reported and this fire remains under investigation. Fire Chief Hudson acknowledges the very aggressive attack and actions taken by the first arriving units to contain this fire without issues and keeping the flames from nearby exposures of neighboring homes on both sides.

03/05/2026

Eastbank Consolidated Fire Department Fire Chief Charles M. Hudson would like to welcome and congratulate Fire Recruit turned Certified Firefighter Dylan Raines on his graduation from the Jefferson Parish Fire Training Center Recruit Class 02-25. On Tuesday, February 24th, Firefighter Dylan Raines recognized along with Recruit Class 02-25 for their completion of a very intense Fire Certification Academy. Among these acknowledgements, FF D Raines was also awarded several accommodations for is efforts during the academy. Firefighter D. Raines was selected by his peers of the recruit class as the Top Recruit “Class 02-25 Recruit’s Choice Award” for his professional achievements and day to day performance in the classroom and the fire grounds. Additionally, Firefighter D Raines was chosen by the instructor’s of recruit class 02-25 for the “Honor Man Award”. This award is recognized for dependability, skills, and selflessness. In training, there are an exceptional few with a burning desire to persevere when their bodies are screaming to quit, yet they continue on. These few experience a tremendous sense of pride, achievement, brotherhood, and a new self-awareness that, “we can do anything!” The most outstanding among them—That firefighters whose acts and words inspire his classmates to keep going when they’re ready to quit—is the “Honor Man” of the Class.

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Dylan Raines and welcome him aboard the Eastbank consolidated FD.

03/04/2026

Tuesday March 3, 2026, Chief Hudson had the honor of recognizing Jacob “Jake” Schwartz with the American Legion Post 175 Americanism Award for Eastbank Consolidated Fire Department. Jake’s contributions to our department don’t go unnoticed after serving 27 years and retiring Dec 12, 2025. Jake has been a great asset to all of the members of this department both at the fire scenes and assisting with the facilities. We congratulate him on his retirement and wish him well in future endeavors.

02/06/2026

JEFFERSONPARISHLA: Veterans will be closed in both directions between N Causeway and Severn at 3pm today until parades end. Use alternate routes.