El Paso Fire Fighters Local 51

08/16/2026

We stand with our sisters and brothers from Laredo Firefighters Local 872 in this difficult time. Know that Local 51 has your back and will support you however we can.

08/15/2026

El Paso Fire Department Station 21 patches now on sale at the Firefighters Hall EP. $10/ea or $15/ea with shipping. Rock your 21’s pride wherever you are or simply add this gem to your collection. Proceeds from this sale directly benefit the station’s house fund.

Call (915) 598-8117 for shipping or let us know in the comments

08/15/2026

Congratulations on your retirement, brother!

08/15/2026

Congratulations brother! You’ve been a great leader & mentor to many from Local 51 over the years. You will be missed, brother!

Congratulations to Texas firefighter leader Billy Hodge of Longview Professional Fire Fighters Association who was recognized today by the International Association of Fire Fighters at the 58th IAFF Convention in Arlington. With Michael Glynn, IAFF District 11 Vice President.

08/15/2026

The nation’s main firefighters union’s biennial convention voted to censure Gov. Abigail Spanberger because of her veto of collective bargaining legislation after the General Assembly rejected amendments she said the bill needed. ⤵️ Find a link to the story in the comments.

08/08/2026

We are taking preorders for the 2026 IAFF Fallen Firefighter Memorial patch, which honors El Paso Fire Department brothers BC Angel Bustamante and FF Paul McGill. Patches are $10/ea ($15/ea with shipping). Proceeds to benefit the El Paso Firefighters Pipes and Drums and Honor Guard teams. Call Alejandra at (915) 598-8117 to get your name on the list!

08/03/2026

08/02/2026