Official Twitter page of the Buffalo, NY Professional FIrefighters Assoc. Local 282. We represent the 700 men and women who protect the City of Buffalo.
Earlier today, 100+ of our members flooded 7 street corners across Buffalo to “fill the boot”. All donations went to benefit SMART (Spinal Muscular Atrophy Research Team). Thank you to all of those who helped out, and especially to the generous citzens of Buffalo.
Spring and daylight savings are always a great time to replace the batteries in your smoke alarm. Be sure to change them out if you haven't already and check out this informational piece featuring smoke alarm safety tips and facts, courtesy of the @NFPA.
Sending our sincerest condolences to our brothers and sisters from @FDNY and the family of Firefighter Davidson in light of this tragedy. May he Rest In Peace. https://t.co/CtRWlCpf0O
Head to our website below to check out Yves-Richard Blanc Photographie's full photo album from this weekend's St. Patrick's Day Parade!
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We hope you stayed safe and enjoyed your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations this weekend! Here are some photos of our Buffalo firefighters at this weekends St. Patrick’s Day parades in the Old First Ward and downtown Buffalo. Photos by Firefighter Dave Kazmierczak.
Recently, there was a fire in the Southern Tier caused by an overheated extension cord. Check out these safety tips and preventative measures to keep your extension cords from overheating, courtesy of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission: https://t.co/H1yHTAIYFE
Last week, Local 282 members visited @OCHBuffalo to bring shirts to Timmy Richardson, a 16 year old firefighter-in-training who’s battling Leukemia. Timmy wants to wear a different fire company’s t-shirt every day during his treatment. His bravery has inspired all of us!
Congratulations to the largest group of promotions for the @BfloFire282! A total of 65 members moved up the civil service ranks and we couldn't be prouder! Thank you for serving our City and protecting those that need it most. #BuffaLOVE
We are so proud to share that Buffalo Firefighter Christy Marchese of Engine 2 was honored at the 9th Annual Roses for Outstanding Women Awards held at the Downtown Library last weekend. Help us congratulate her on this incredible honor!