Our hearts go out to Mary Walsh, family, & friends of Battalion Chief John P. Walsh, who passed in the line of duty last night while in command of a structure fire. His 37 years of courageous service & leadership will never be forgotten. Rest easy, Chief. We’ll take it from here.
Pittsburgh Fire Fighters
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The Pittsburgh Fire Fighters, IAFF Local No. 1. Representing the men and women that protect this beautiful city. Not a Government Account
- After speaking in Hazelwood today @JoeBiden stopped to thank the @PghFireFighters and other public safety personnel working security for his visit. Thank you sir- for the pizza, and the respect & gratitude you give to all working people. *video credit: @tylerpager
00:00 - We had a chance to see @JoeBiden today when his train stopped in Pittsburgh. We’re looking forward to having a President who supports unions and the hard working members of Labor. #BuildBackBetter
- When @JoeBiden launched his campaign with us here in Pittsburgh last year he told us why: “because it’s gonna happen here, in Pennsylvania!”
00:00 - In January, firefighters will have an ally in the White House. We’re proud to congratulate our friend @JoeBiden on his historic win!
00:00 - We were proud to stand w/ @ConorLambPA today when he announced his run for Senate, where he will continue to fight for working people to have a good paying job, safe working conditions, good healthcare, and retirement security.
- Brothers killed in synagogue shooting named honorary Pittsburgh firefighters 💙💙💙
- PA AG @JoshShapiroPA has improved the livelihood of our firefighters by putting people first. Congratulations on being sworn in for a 2nd term today. youtu.be/Qhb7iXkbToA
- Our hearts are heavy today. Captain Jim Ellis, 23 year member of the @PghFireFighters passed away yesterday after a long battle with an illness. Our thoughts are with his family. A firefighter’s firefighter, we’ll miss you brother.
- Want to help stop the spread of #coronavirus and help keep your first responders safe? Follow this flowchart to see if you’re doing it right.
- We lost a friend, a retired firefighter, and a labor leader today. Please see our statement below on the passing of former President Joe King.


















