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Buffalo Fire Department
Buffalo, NY · Erie County
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The Buffalo Fire Department (BFD) is the career fire service for the City of Buffalo, New York. It provides first response to fires, medical emergencies, and other crises across the city, and equips its members with modern firefighting and rescue capabilities.
Beyond suppression, the department runs fire prevention and investigation programs, public education on fire safety and disaster preparedness, and administers NARCAN to reverse opioid overdoses. A dedicated hazardous-materials unit and homeland security function extend its role in citywide emergency management.
BFD is led by a Fire Commissioner and a team of Deputy Commissioners, with headquarters downtown at 195 Court Street. Firefighters are represented by IAFF Local 282.
The department's public website does not publish a dedicated recruitment or careers page. As a City of Buffalo agency, firefighter hiring is handled through the city's civil-service process; prospective candidates should contact Buffalo Fire Headquarters at 716-851-5333 or the city for current application information.
How do I apply to become a Buffalo firefighter?
The department's website does not host a careers page; hiring runs through the City of Buffalo's civil-service process. Contact Buffalo Fire Headquarters at 716-851-5333 for current application information.
Who leads the Buffalo Fire Department?
The department is led by Fire Commissioner Daniel J. Pizarro, supported by Deputy Commissioners Paul Eason Jr., Kenneth Peterson, and Jeffrey Stauffiger.
Are Buffalo firefighters unionized?
Yes. Buffalo firefighters are represented by IAFF Local 282 (Buffalo Local 282 Union), reachable at 716-856-4130.
Does the Buffalo Fire Department provide EMS and specialized response?
Yes. BFD responds to medical emergencies, provides Emergency Management Services, operates a hazardous-materials unit, and administers NARCAN for opioid overdose reversal, along with fire prevention and investigation programs.
How can I reach the Buffalo Fire Department for non-emergencies?
Call Buffalo Fire Headquarters at 716-851-5333, or reach specific bureaus directly such as the Training Bureau (716-681-1011) or Fire Prevention (716-851-5707). Emergencies should always be reported by dialing 911.