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About the Department
Racine Fire Department – Serving Since 1843
Established in 1843, the Racine Fire Department (RFD) is one of the oldest and most respected fire departments in Wisconsin. With a rich history rooted in dedication and service, RFD continues to be one of the state’s busiest departments, providing exceptional emergency services to the residents of Racine.
Comprehensive Services for the Community
The RFD offers a full range of emergency and support services, including:
- Structural fire suppression
- Advanced life support (ALS) and emergency medical services (EMS)
- Emergency transportation
- Motor vehicle and technical rescue
- Water rescue operations
- Hazardous materials (HazMat) response
- Public education and safety outreach
- Fire code inspection and enforcement
Coverage and Staffing
RFD protects the City of Racine’s 18.68 square miles of land and water. The department operates out of six strategically located fire stations, each staffed 24/7 by highly trained career firefighters and EMTs.
The department is staffed by 138 career personnel and five civilian employees, organized across three rotating shifts (A, B, and C) to ensure uninterrupted service.
Commitment to Excellence
The Racine Fire Department remains steadfast in its mission to maintain the highest levels of professionalism, safety, and efficiency. Through continuous training, community engagement, and operational excellence, RFD is dedicated to delivering top-tier services in a cost-effective manner to the citizens it proudly serves.
Core Values
Our members have identified the core values that are most important to us; they include: Integrity, Honesty, Safety, Respect and Honor.
Integrity and Honesty
We value the public’s trust and are committed to honest and ethical behavior both on and off-duty. Self-discipline is the foundation for managing our behavior. We believe in a personal commitment to the organization and the community, and we hold ourselves accountable to these values.
Safety
The safety of our members and community is our primary objective. It is the driving force for all that we do and the essence of the service we provide. Whether during our daily activities or during fire-ground, EMS, or training operations, we observe and abide by our standard operating procedures. We are safe because we always maintain situational awareness. Our members are personally accountable for total wellness. This means we are prepared and fit for duty, both physically and mentally.
Respect and Honor
As a fire department family, we are committed and accountable to each other at all times because our lives depend on it. We value the role each member plays in our organization. We respect those that came before us and strive to make the Racine Fire Department better for those who follow.
