Cincinnati Fire Department Training Center

03/27/2026

03/27/2026

Today we honor the life and sacrifice of Fire Apparatus Operator Daryl Gordon.

He gave his life in the line of duty while working to rescue others in the city of Cincinnati.

His courage, leadership, and commitment to service will never be forgotten.

Rest in peace, brother.

12/19/2025

Today, the Cincinnati Fire Department has lost yet another legacy. Our thoughtful condolences go out to Lt. Mark Marshall's family and friends as they begin to feel the void of his vibrant spirit. CFD's tenured and retired members have fond memories of Lt. Marshall working at stations 12, 19, and 32 to name a few. But over 600 of Cincinnati Fire Department's current members know him from his time within the Training Bureau. Lt. Marshall's hard exterior commanded the attention of recruits (and shared a few choice words with them frequently), but most would come to know him as a the type of guy that you could laugh with while sharing good times for hours. Lt. Marshall believed in real fire training, and he remained committed to holding recruits to a high standard through his many years in Training. For that, this department is forever indebted.

Lt, may the bearcats always win in heaven and may your presence always be felt within the drill yard walls. Rest easy brother, we'll take it from here.

12/09/2025

Today, one of Cincinnati Fire Department's Training Academy staff marked a moment in time that cannot be repeated. As our men and women take time to remember the late Captain Hines' legacy within our department and in training, we are also able to look forward to the future of CFD. Class 124 began their journey today, as the first class at the newly opened Cincinnati Fire Training Center. The Training Staff took time to honor the memory of those who blazed the trail for firefighters within CFD as we ushered in the next generation of CFD Firefighters. We look forward to sharing parts of their journey with you in the coming months.

09/11/2025

Today, we pause to remember the tragic events of September 11, 2001. We honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost, the bravery of the first responders who rushed toward danger, and the resilience of a nation forever changed.

For fire fighters, this day carries a solemn weight. The 343 members of the FDNY who made the ultimate sacrifice remind us of the courage, selflessness, and unwavering commitment that define our profession. Their legacy lives on in every fire fighter who answers the call to serve.

As we reflect, let us carry forward their memory with pride and continue to stand united in service, solidarity, and strength.

07/16/2025

The Cincinnati Fire Department Training Academy would like to take a moment to honor Retired Firefighter Bill Browne, who contributed so much to this department and specifically the training division. Bill, you will continue to impact this department for years to come and for that we are so thankful. May God rest your soul.

https://www.springgroveobituaries.org/obituaries/William-Bill-Browne?obId=43583973&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR4nZwomQ6xwBNH4G1lkX8L64Ys_XDzUwtwq758TAjzGCstZBqt5x44KI_j-Yg_aem_wR0HvX7dX9wk6uyoTpL9Qw

View William "Bill" Browne's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

03/29/2025

This week, the 123rd Cincinnati Fire Recruit class completed their second memorial run honoring our fallen brother FAO Daryl Gordon. The City of Cincinnati also memorialized March 26th as a day we will never forget FAO Gordon's service and ultimate sacrifice. We continue to train remembering the lessons we were left with after his passing.

03/21/2025

Brother Armstrong, you are not forgotten.

03/08/2025

💪 Firefighter fitness matters.

Join us throughout March as we host self-paced workouts for 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁! If you think the career is right for you, we'll have iPads on-site to complete your application.

Get registered to participate here ➡️: https://tinyurl.com/5n7z4zxt

09/27/2024

The Cincinnati Fire Department’s 122nd class of firefighters graduated today, September 27th, 2024 at Cincinnati Music Hall. Congrats to all the graduates who have been rigorously prepared by a top notch training staff to join the ranks of CFD.

09/13/2024

This week Cincinnati Fire Recruit Class 122 took part in a number of tasks to honor and remember our fallen brothers and sisters. On Monday, they climbed the stairs of Carew Tower in full PPE with equipment in honor of FDNY’s 343 fallen firefighters who perished on 9/11. On Wednesday, recruits completed the task of rescuing a down firefighter under fire. Today, they completed honor run to Laidlaw and Dahlgren in remembrance of FAO Daryl Gordon and FF Oscar Armstrong.

As our week of remembrance comes to an end, the Training Bureau is proud to see Class 122 demonstrate the resilience and skills that we have instilled in them that will soon allow the to join the ranks of the Cincinnati Fire Department.