Welcome to the Milwaukee Fire Department

Milwaukee is facing a traffic violence epidemic that killed 80 people and injured more than 5,600 people in 2023 alone.  Here are some facts:

• Traffic deaths in Milwaukee increased by 113% between 2002 and 2022.
• Wisconsin ranks #2 in the country for speeding.
• Last year in Milwaukee, there were 80 deaths and 5,605 people injured due to traffic crashes.
• The top 3 most dangerous intersections in Milwaukee are 51st and Capitol, 35th between Burleigh and Fond Du Lac, 27th and Center
• 13 of the top 14 worst intersections for crashes are on the north side of Milwaukee.
• 1 in 4 fatal crashes involve bicyclists and pedestrians

Our loved ones depend on us to keep each other safe. Think about our community and please slow down to save lives. Learn more and get involved my.walls.io/SlowDownMKE

Smoke Alarm Hotline

City of Milwaukee residents who are in need of a smoke alarm can call the Smoke Alarm Hotline. Fire department personnel will come and install one, free of charge.

The hotline number is: 414-286-8980

Hands-Only CPR:  Two Steps to Staying Alive

Hands-Only CPR is CPR without mouth-to-mouth breaths. It is recommended for use by people who see a teen or adult suddenly collapse in an "out-of-hospital" setting (such as at home, at work, or in a park).  It consists of two easy steps:  1) Call 911 (or send someone to do that) and 2) Push hard and fast in the center of the chest.