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. -
Air BoatThe air boat is used by the MFD Lake Rescue Team in the winter to respond to emergencies on water and ice. -
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. -
Fire Ground TrainingFour firefighter/EMTs housed at Station 13 train on various skills every day. -
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.
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 News
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July 8, 2019
Meet Firefighter Jay Watson
Recruit Class 8 is now serving at a fire station near you! Get to know Madison's newest firefighters. Where are you stationed? I'm at Station 13 (6350 Town Center Drive) on the B shift. Read more » -
July 7, 2019
Meet Recruit Class 8!
Earlier this year, Madison welcomed thirteen new firefighter/EMTs to your neighborhood fire station. Recruit Class 8 graduated the MFD Fire Academy in January, and some moved on to the MFD EMS Academy to receive their certification and license as Emergency Medical Technicians. Read more » -
May 10, 2019
Assistant Chief Clay Christenson Retires From MFD
The Madison Fire Department said goodbye last week to Assistant Chief Clay Christenson, whose vision and commitment to public safety leaves a lasting legacy that will benefit the community for years to come. Read more » -
January 24, 2019
Peer Support Program Offers A Helping Hand To First Responders Coping With Stress, Trauma