Delaware State Fire Commission Honors Town of Middletown and Delaware Fire Sprinkler Coalition
State Fire Commission | Date Posted: Monday, June 9, 2025
On June 2, 2025, the Delaware State Fire Commission formally recognized the Town of Middletown with a proclamation honoring the town’s recent adoption of an ordinance mandating fire sprinkler systems in all new residential homes. This ordinance, approved by the Town Council on May 5, 2025, requires all new one- and two-story residential dwellings and […]
Delaware State Fire Commission Condemns Racial Harassment
Newsroom | State Fire Commission | Date Posted: Thursday, April 17, 2025
The Delaware State Fire Commission unequivocally reaffirms its unwavering commitment to cultivating an environment of respect, inclusivity, and diversity by strongly denouncing all forms of racial harassment. This resolute statement arises in light of alarming recent incidents of racial harassment reported within the fire service—an issue we regard with the utmost seriousness. Racial harassment, in […]
Passing of Former State Fire Commissioner, Kenneth Ryder
State Fire Commission | Date Posted: Friday, January 24, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and profound respect that Delaware Fire Commission pays honor and tribute to the passing of former Fire Commissioner Kenneth Ryder. Commissioner Ryder passed away on January 23, 2025. He was a dedicated leader and a true servant of the community, having devoted over 50 years of his life to protecting […]
U.S. Senator Tom Carper Visits the Delaware Fire Prevention Commission
Newsroom | State Fire Commission | Date Posted: Monday, September 16, 2024
The Fire Prevention Commission was honored by a visit from Senator Carper on September 13, 2024. This was an opportunity for the Fire Commission to celebrate Senator Carper and the years of support and dedication that he’s shared with first responders both nationally and in Delaware. Representing the Delaware Fire Service Center was the Fire […]
Fire Commission Releases Statement Regarding Lewes Firefighter
State Fire Commission | Date Posted: Thursday, September 12, 2024
Delaware State Fire Commission’s Investigative Division received a complaint regarding official misconduct involving a member of the Lewes Fire Department. The complaint alleged that a member used a racial slur over the radio while communicating with other personnel. Pursuant to Delaware Administrative Code, 709, Fire Service Standards, the affected company shall have 30 days to […]
