City of Jackson, MI Fire Department

01/28/2026

👀 Did you see us on the lake this week?! ❄️🚒

Our crews braved sub-zero wind chills to complete Ice Rescue Training alongside Summit Township Fire Department. The training was led by Summit Fire’s certified ice rescue instructor, Lt. Rayburn, with assistance from FF Green.

This type of training is critical to ensuring our personnel are ready to respond to ice emergencies—no matter where they happen. The hands-on evolutions focused on specialized equipment, rescue techniques, and most importantly, teamwork. Crews practiced rescuing both people and animals who had fallen through the ice.

A huge thank you to J DART for being on scene all three days, providing warm drinks and shelter to keep our crews going. We appreciate the support! ☕🔥

Stay safe out there—ice conditions can change quickly!

01/25/2026

With the snow piling up around us we want to take a minute and ask that if you have a hydrant on your property or near it and are able to, please clear the snow around it! Every second counts when we need a hydrant and we appreciate all the help we can get.

If you are commercial property with a fire sprinkler system or standpipe take some time to ensure that the Fire Dept. Connections on your building are clear and accessible!

Stay safe and stay warm!

01/23/2026

Great tips!

If you need assistance with heating costs call 211 or visit www.mi211.org

If you need to use space heaters ensure they are plugged directly into a wall and never into an extension cord or power strip and ensure that they are at least 3ft from flammable or combustible items and have tip over protection!

Stay safe and stay warm!

01/23/2026

Please take a few moments to read and follow the link if you need assistance.

We know you've heard the news - winter is here and it's going to be frigid this weekend, with wind chills as low as -20 degrees F.

Please protect yourself if you are out, frostbite can occur in as little as 30 minutes in these temperatures. Stay inside if possible to prevent cold-related illnesses. If you have to be out, dress in layers, and cover exposed skin.

Daytime and nighttime warming centers are available for those in need.

❄️ Jackson County Warming Centers:https://wellwiseservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Jackson-Extreme-Cold-Resources.pdf

01/22/2026

With winter in full swing and the weather approaching this coming weekend take a few moments to read up on fire safety tips! Keep your eyes and ears open for any potential emergency alerts within or around your community.

As always check your Smoke and CO alarms and if you are in need of some give us a call!!

01/22/2026

PRESS RELEASE: Jackson Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire on Clinton Street

01/21/2026

Great advice from MI Prevention keep an eye out on changing weather and alerts from local agencies!

❄️ Beware of the biting cold this week! Dangerous temperatures and chilling winds can lead to frostbite and hypothermia in no time. Don’t forget to check in on your elderly family members to ensure they're safe and warm.

01/21/2026

Our crews have been extremely busy over the last few weeks. Stay warm and stay safe!

01/21/2026

MID-MICHIGAN, Mich. (WLNS) – Wicked winter weather is making it harder for local fire departments to respond to emergencies. 6 News spoke with the East Lansing and Jackson fire departments about h…

01/15/2026

Great work by our neighbors at the Spring Arbor Twp. Fire and Spring Arbor Twp. Police Departments on a successful rescue!!

The City of Jackson Fire Department reminds residents and pet owners to exercise extreme caution around frozen bodies of water, as ice thickness can vary and pose serious risks to both people and pets.

NO ice is safe ice!

01/13/2026

Smoke and CO Alarms save lives!! Practice your escape plan and talk to your family about home fire safety!

Michigan 2025 Fatal fire data info graph
Thank you, MFIS!

01/06/2026

2025 Year in Review | City of Jackson Fire Department

2025 was another record-setting year of service for the Jackson Fire Department and none of it would be possible without our dedicated firefighters, partner agencies, and the community we are proud to serve.

• 6,643 calls for service with 6,373 apparatus responses which continues a steady rise in call volume

Mutual aid remains critical:

• Strengthened our partnership with neighboring townships and worked on a collaboration with the Summit Township Fire Dept. to increase community safety and reduce response times.
• Support received from neighboring departments when our community needed it
• Hundreds of responses provided by JFD to assist jurisdictions throughout the county.

Every number represents a moment where someone needed help and your firefighters answered the call.

A letter from Fire Chief Tim Gonzales:

“I am proud to serve as Fire Chief and to share a quick preview of the Jackson Fire Department’s 2026 Annual Report. This year, our firefighters responded to a record 6,373 calls for service, each one a neighbor counting on us. It is our dedicated team of firefighters, supported by professional staff and daily training, which makes this level of service possible and keeps our community safe.

From smoke alarm installations, business inspections and CPR education to open houses, summer events, and our Second Annual First Responder Camp for high school females, community connection remains at the heart of what we do. We are also strengthening partnerships, including ongoing collaboration with Summit Township Fire Department to improve service, community safety and firefighter safety for the future.

This is just a preview, more details and data are coming soon in the official 2026 Annual Report. Thank you for your continued trust and support. We’re proud to serve Jackson.”

Thank you to our firefighters, dispatchers, mutual aid partners, city leadership, and most of all the communities we serve, for your continued trust and support. We are ready for whatever 2026 brings.

Proud to serve. Always ready.