Philadelphia Fire Fighters and Paramedics Union

10/14/2026

IAFF Local 22 members responded to a house fire on Williams Avenue early Monday morning, October 12, where they found two female victims who had been shot. Both women tragically lost their lives.

Our deepest condolences and prayers are with their loved ones. We also keep our firefighters, paramedics and EMTs in our prayers as they respond to heartbreaking emergencies and serve our city.

10/13/2026

IAFF Local 22 members responded to a devastating house fire early Sunday morning on the 3300 block of D Street in Kensington. Members aggressively stretched hose lines and initiated search and rescue operations with one member getting burned.

Tragically, a 3-year-old girl lost her life and three others were hospitalized. Investigators determined the fire was caused by a lithium-ion e-bike battery.

Our hearts and prayers are with this grieving family and all those affected. Please keep our members in your prayers as well as they continue to face these unimaginable tragedies while answering the call to protect Philadelphia every day.

10/12/2026

IAFF Local 22 mourns the heartbreaking loss of our Brother in Blue, Philadelphia Police Officer Shane Seiber, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

A devoted husband, father of two young children, and dedicated public servant who left home to protect Philadelphians and tragically never returned.

Our deepest condolences and prayers are with his grieving family, his brothers and sisters of the Philadelphia Police Department, and the officer wounded alongside him.

May God bring strength and comfort to his loved ones during this unimaginable tragedy.

Rest in eternal peace, Brother. Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

10/10/2026

10/08/2026

IAFF Local 22 members responded to a dangerous scene early this morning after a vehicle crashed into a building on East Lehigh Avenue in Kensington, striking a gas meter and sparking a significant fire.

Our firefighters worked quickly to bring the fire under control while facing the additional dangers of a natural gas leak. Sadly, one person lost their life. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim’s family.

This tragedy is another reminder of how quickly lives can change. We urge everyone to slow down and drive responsibly. Excessive speed puts drivers, pedestrians, and our first responders at risk.

Our members continue to answer the call, no matter the hour or the danger.

SLOW DOWN. DRIVE SAFELY. SAVE LIVES.

10/01/2026

Yesterday, IAFF Local 22 members responded to a devastating fire on the 4400 block of Fleming Street in Manayunk with people and pets trapped inside.

Our members immediately went to work, aggressively attacking the fire and rescuing four people and three dogs from the home. Sadly, despite their efforts, one victim and one of the dogs later passed away.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, their loved ones, and everyone affected by this tragedy. We are incredibly proud of our firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs who answer the call every day, especially on the most difficult days.

09/30/2026

🚨IAFF LOCAL 22 “NOT SO” PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGN🚨

09/29/2026

IAFF Local 22 mourns the off-duty passing of Lieutenant Carl Irby, a 25-year veteran of the Philadelphia Fire Department, Community Action Team 3, C Platoon. As a member of CAT team 3, Lt. Irby provided care and support for residents displaced after a fire or other tragedy that they may have had to endure. Lt. Irby was also a former firefighter at Engine 50-Ladder 12, also known as the North Philly Cowboys.
We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and fellow brothers and sisters of the department during this difficult time. Please keep all who knew and loved him in your thoughts and prayers.

Rest in peace, Lieutenant Irby. Your service will not be forgotten.

09/11/2026

Twenty five years later, IAFF Local 22 remembers with heavy hearts the 2,977 lives lost on September 11, 2001.

We honor the 343 FDNY firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice and every family forever changed by one of America’s darkest days.

Our prayers remain with the families, survivors, and all who continue to carry the pain of that day.

We will never forget.🇺🇸

09/02/2026

In the early morning of Monday, August 31, 2026, at approximately 5:30am fire lights and bells were well activated at several firehouses in Northeast Philly to respond to a reported dwelling fire on the 6600 block of Horrocks St. Upon arrival of the first in companies, Engine 71 and Ladder 28 from Cottman Ave. and Loretto St., were met with fire at the 2nd floor front and heavy smoke conditions. Firefighters immediately went to work stretching attack firefighting hose lines and began an aggressive search and rescue operation through high heat and smoke conditions. An adult male occupant was found during the search and removed to our skilled paramedics and EMTs who initiated life-saving measures and transported him to the hospital. The last report we have is that he is in critical condition with burns and smoke inhalation. A lady and two young children were also transported to the hospital for smoke inhalation. Please keep these citizens in your prayers.

📸 credit- Cottman Hook N Hose