WSMR Fire

02/21/2026

Amazing article by our brother Bryson Hue, in , a global digital media platform that provides firefighters news and valuable information on mental health, fitness, and career development.

Check out his article here

https://www.firefighternation.com/fire-leadership/am-i-enough-a-firefighters-gut-check/

Great work Hue! Way to represent

Many firefighters experience impostor syndrome, feeling inadequate despite their training and achievements. Overcoming setbacks and striving for improvement is essential to combat these feelings.

01/09/2026

Join us in congratulating 🎊 our quarterly award winners for the Garrison! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to WSMR have truly made a difference. Thank you for going above and beyond in serving our mission and inspiring those around you. Keep up the fantastic work 💪👏🏻


FF Mario Medrano - Group I - Professional of the Qtr
LT. Ruben Macias (not pictured) - Group I - Garrison Commanders Award of Excellence
Cpt. Daniel Maese - Group II - Professional of the Qtr
LT. Steven Neeley (not pictured) - Group II - Garrison Commanders Award of Excellence
Cpt. Dustin Warden (not pictured) - Group II - Professional of the Year
Fire Chief Rene Garza - Group III - Professional of the Year

12/13/2025

Earlier this morning, crews from Station 1 & Station 2 responded to a mutual aid request for a train fire near Hwy 54. WSMR Fire crews along with crews from Fort Bliss Fire and Emergency Services & Otero County Fire-EMS District 1 managed to extinguish the fire and contained it to a single unit.

12/13/2025

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Steven Segura and his wife Emily on the birth of their healthy baby girl.

We welcome her to the WSMR Fire family.

12/09/2025

As the holiday season approaches, I encourage you to take a moment to review the important statistics below regarding fire safety.

Christmas Trees:
-In the U.S., fire departments respond to an average of 160 home fires that start with Christmas trees each year.
-Electrical distribution or lighting equipment is involved in almost 50% of home Christmas tree fires.
-More than 25% of Christmas tree fires occur when some type of heat source, such as a candle or equipment, is too close to the tree.
-More than 50% of home Christmas tree fires start in the living room.

Holiday Decorations:
-U.S. fire departments respond to an estimated average of 770 home structure fires per year that begin with decorations, excluding Christmas trees.
-In more than 50% of these fires, the decoration is too close to a heat source, such as a candle or equipment.
-In December, 25% of home decoration fires start in the living room, 15% in the kitchen, and 10% in the dining room.

As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out with any fire prevention questions.

WSMR Fire & Emergency Services wishes you a wonderful holiday season.

Stay safe and enjoy the holidays!

12/05/2025

🔥 Pushing Progress, Protecting Our Community 🔥
Our firefighters hit the training grounds this week to test out new, innovative HEN nozzles designed to improve efficiency, control, and firefighter safety. Every drill, every tool, and every upgrade is about doing our job smarter and keeping our community safer.
💪🚒 Proud of our team for always embracing growth and innovation

12/02/2025

WSMR Fire🚒 is 1 of 2 fire departments in the state of New Mexico to procure and deploy new industry leading HEN nozzles with the unique Blade pattern. Crews👨‍🚒 are now able to deliver precise and powerful streams that improve fire🔥 suppression and safety within buildings.

11/21/2025

As we approach the holiday season, it’s important to remember that for many, the kitchen is the heart of the home-especially during Thanksgiving. However, it’s crucial to be aware that there is an average of 2,300 residential fires reported on Thanksgiving day.

As you begin organizing your holiday schedule and planning that large family feast, please keep in mind that by following a few simple safety tips, you can enjoy time with your loved ones while keeping yourself and your family safe from fire hazards.

WSMR Fire & Emergency Services wants to wish all of you a wonderful Thanksgiving!!!

11/21/2025

🚒🔥 Training Today for a Safer Tomorrow! 🔥🚒

Our dedicated firefighting crews are hard at work honing their skills.

We believe that staying sharp and prepared is not just a duty; it’s a promise to our fellow service members and the community we serve. Together, we are building a safer future, one drill at a time!

Stay safe, stay prepared, and keep pushing the limits! 💙🔥

11/19/2025

🚨 WE'RE HIRING!🚨
Our team has 2 open Firefighter positions at Stallion Range Center in Socorro County NM and we're seeking dedicated, motivated individuals who want to be part of a rewarding career field.

Job listing closes on 2 Dec. Those interested in joining the WSMR FD family can apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/850449700

GS-05 – Required Cert Firefighter I/II
GS-06 – Required Certs: Firefighter I/II, HazMat Ops
GS-07 - Required Certs: Firefighter I/II, HazMat Tech, Airport FF, EMT-B, & Driver Op Pumper/MWS/Aerial/ARFF
GS-08 - Firefighter I/II, HazMat Tech, Airport FF, EMT-I, & Driver Op Pumper/MWS/Aerial/ARFF

11/14/2025

WSMR FD is currently seeking to fill a vacant Firefighter position at Stallion Range Center in Socorro County NM. Job listing closes on 24 Nov. Those interested in joining the WSMR FD family can apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/850046600

GS05 – Required Cert Firefighter I/II

GS06 – Required Certs: Firefighter I/II, HazMat Ops

GS07 - Required Certs: Firefighter I/II, HazMat Tech, Airport FF, EMT-B – Within 24 months, obtain Driver Op Pumper/MWS/Aerial/ARFF

10/17/2025

WSMR Fire Prevention & Engine 1 had a fantastic time visiting the students at White Sands School!!! We shared important fire safety tips, discussed creating family emergency plans, and reinforced this year’s Fire Prevention Week message; “Charge Into Fire Safety, Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.”

Firefighter Diaz wowed the “Sun Chiefs” with an interactive PPE demonstration,and of course, Sparky the Fire Dog stole the show! The kids even got a hands-on look inside one of our fire trucks.

Thank you, White Sands School, for having us- we enjoyed connecting with the future leaders of our community! We hope to see you all again soon!