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! -
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. -
Station 13 GardenGarden space outside the kitchen provides fresh produce for the crew. -
Fire Ground TrainingAmple space outside the station offers opportunities to practice pumping. -
Station 13 KitchenFour firefighters cook and dine at Station 13 every day. -
Station 13 Workout RoomFirefighters are allotted time each day to use the workout room. Maintaining peak performance is crucial on the job.
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.
Daily 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, 13, and 14 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 News
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July 21, 2021
Meet Lieutenant Nick Zimpel
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July 15, 2021
Include Your Pets In Your Home Fire Safety Plan. Here's How!
Today is National Pet Fire Safety Day! This annual awareness day is a great time to practice your home evacuation plan with your pet and to make sure your pet's emergency 'Go Kit' is stocked and ready. Read more » -
June 30, 2021
Meet Lieutenant Adam Phillipson
Where are you stationed? I’m currently at Fire Station 13 (Town Center Drive) on the ‘B’ shift. What was your previous position? Previously I was assigned to Fire Station 8 (Lien Road) on the ‘C’ shift, where I spent 11 years as a Firefighter/Paramedic II and a member of the Heavy Urban Rescue Team. How long have you been with the MFD? Read more » -
June 15, 2021
MFD Welcomes New Recruits at First In-Person Ceremony Since COVID-19 Pandemic
The Madison Fire Department welcomed a new class of firefighters into its ranks at the first in-person graduation ceremony since the COVID-19 pandemic. Joining Recruit Class 11 were the two firefighters from Recruit Class 10, who graduated their Academy last year but did not get to celebrate their accomplishments at a traditional graduation ceremony due to the pandemic. Read more » -
December 29, 2020
Firefighter Lisa Van Buskirk Retires With an Eye Toward the ‘Afterlife’
The Madison Fire Department is saying goodbye to Firefighter Lisa Van Buskirk, who retires after 25 years of service and embarks on new, otherworldly ventures. Read more »