Station Thirteen
Station 13 opened its doors at 6350 Town Center Drive in July 2014, filling a significant gap in emergency response to the city's far-east side. The station boasts a number of "green" features, including a patio garden, and houses special equipment ready to be deployed at a moment's notice.
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Fire Station 13Serving the far east and southeast side! -
Station 13 KitchenFour firefighters cook and dine at Station 13 every day. -
Station 13 GardenGarden space outside the kitchen provides fresh produce for the crew. -
Station 13 Workout RoomFirefighters are allotted time each day to use the workout room. Maintaining peak performance is crucial on the job. -
Air BoatThe air boat is used by the MFD Lake Rescue Team in the winter to respond to emergencies on water and ice. -
Engine 13Engine 13 is a 2013 Pierce Quantum Engine with a 1500 gallons-per-minute fire pump and 500-gallon water tank. -
Solar PanelsSolar energy cuts down on electricity costs and helps power the hot water system. -
Fire Ground TrainingAmple space outside the station offers opportunities to practice pumping. -
Fire Ground TrainingFour firefighter/EMTs housed at Station 13 train on various skills every day.
Equipment
- Engine 13 – a 2013 Pierce Quantum Engine with a 1500 gallons-per-minute fire pump and 500-gallon water tank along with ground ladders, fire hose, and tools. In addition, Engine 13 carries emergency medical equipment including a defibrillator, oxygen, and immobilization gear.
Staffing
- 1 Lieutenant, station officer
- 1 Apparatus Engineer (driver) operating the engine
- 2 Firefighters staffing the engine
Community Room
Fire Stations 6, 7, 11, 12, and 13 have community rooms available for meetings. Please refer to our Policy for Use of Fire Station Meeting Rooms. To reserve a room, contact Dawn Turner at 608-261-9829.
Station Thirteen's News
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Peer Support Program Offers A Helping Hand To First Responders Coping With Stress, Trauma Posted 01/24/2019
It’s a chilling reality: First responders are more likely to die by suicide than in the line of duty. Read more » -
Meet Firefighter Tom Shannon Posted 10/19/2018
Seventeen new firefighters now serve at a fire station near you! Get to know them by subscribing to the MFD Blog. Where are you stationed? Station 13 (Town Center Drive) on the B shift Read more » -
Meet Lieutenant David Crossen II Posted 07/09/2018
Four new lieutenants were recently promoted at the MFD. Get to know them all week long on the MFD Blog! Where are you stationed? I am currently assigned to Station 13 on the B shift. Read more » -
Meet Medical Director Dr. Megan Gussick Posted 06/14/2018
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'Tactical Athlete' Program Aims To Reduce Injuries, Maximize Performance Posted 04/27/2018
When a firefighter is injured, it’s critical they make a fast and thorough recovery before returning to duty. Not only does the community depend on a healthy workforce to perform heroic tasks at a moment’s notice, oftentimes physical injury can also take a psychological toll on the firefighter, who's sidelined as they recover. Read more »