Arlington Professional Fire Fighters

10/08/2026

When we lose a brother or sister in the line of duty, we all feel the loss. No matter the miles between us, we are one fire family.

Arlington Professional Firefighters Local 1329 mourns alongside our brothers and sisters in Professional Firefighters of Durham. Our hearts are with the fallen firefighter’s family, friends, and fellow firefighters. We also pray for the injured firefighters as they recover.

There are no words that can ease this heartbreak. Please know your fire family in Arlington stands with you.

DURHAM FIREFIGHTER KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY

(DURHAM COUNTY, N.C) — The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation received a request for assistance from the City of Durham Fire Department regarding an early-morning structure fire. Around 3:15 AM today, a 911 call reported a fire at 410 Marly Dr., Durham, NC. The first fire truck arrived at 3:21 AM, and smoke and flames were visibly coming from the structure. Firefighters began their work, and additional units were en route.

The structure is a multi-story commercial building that appears to have been used as a residence. Firefighters made entry into the building and began battling the blaze. At 3:31 AM, a portion of the building’s roof collapsed, causing the second floor to collapse as well. Multiple firefighters were on the roof and inside on the first floor during the collapse. Several firefighters on the first floor were trapped. As a result, one of the firefighters was killed in the line of duty, and two others were injured. The two injured were taken to Duke Medical Center for treatment. All occupants evacuated the building before the fire department arrived and were not injured.

The SBI’s Arson Unit was requested to investigate the cause and origin of the fire and the circumstances of the fatality. The SBI has special agents on scene collecting evidence and investigating. The SBI will be the lead investigating agency for this event.

The following agencies responded and are working the event in some capacity:

— City of Durham Fire Department
— City of Durham Police Department
— Durham County EMS
— Durham County Sheriff’s Office
— Durham City/County Emergency Management
— Raleigh Fire Department
— ATF
— North Carolina OSFM
— SBI

This is an active and ongoing investigation, and additional information may be released by the SBI when available.

10/07/2026

Arlington, you showed up in a big way!

Thanks to the generosity of our residents and everyone who donated, Arlington Fire Department and Arlington Professional Fire Fighters Local 1329 raised $28,305.03 in just three days during this year’s MDA Fill the Boot campaign!

Your contributions help the Muscular Dystrophy Association support people living with muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular diseases, including providing children with unforgettable summer camp experiences at no cost to their families.

Thank you for filling our boots and making a difference. We are proud to serve such a caring and generous community!

09/29/2026

Today we remember Brother Jeff Saal, who died from occupational cancer six years ago today.

09/22/2026

09/19/2026

Today, we honor the fallen. 🇺🇸

Arlington Professional Fire Fighters Local 1329 is proud to stand alongside our brothers and sisters from across the nation at the IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial in Colorado Springs.

We are here to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, to support their families, and to ensure their legacy lives on.

To the families of our fallen brothers and sisters: You are forever part of our fire service family. You will never stand alone, and your loved ones will never be forgotten.

Their sacrifice. Our promise. Never forgotten.

We would also like to extend a special thank you to Arlington City Council Members Brittney Garcia-Dumas, Arlington City Council District 5 and Mauricio Galante Arlington City Council District 1 for joining us in Colorado Springs. Your presence and support mean so much to our firefighters and the families of our fallen brothers and sisters. Thank you for standing alongside us as we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.”

08/22/2026

As we prepare for next year’s legislative session, workers comp will be top of mind for our team at the Capitol. “Deny, delay, dispute” can no longer be the tactic for administrators.

"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.

08/19/2026

Our hearts go out to First Responder Herstle Renfroe and his loved ones following an unimaginable tragedy.

We are sharing the MWAN Benevolent Fund for First Responder Herstle Renfroe to help support him during this incredibly difficult time after the devastating loss of his family in a fire.

If you are able, please consider donating or sharing the fundraiser. Every contribution, prayer, and share can make a difference as our first responder community comes together to support one of our own.

Donate here:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/mwan-benevolent-fire-fund-for-first-responders

Please keep Herstle and everyone affected by this tragedy in your thoughts and prayers. ❤️🙏

08/18/2026

APFF members, along with members of Pantego Firefighters Association, are battling a four alarm fire in the 2400 block of W Abram. Crews were initially dispatched around 545 this evening, with multiple callers reporting a building on fire. Members arrived quickly to find a large volume of smoke and fire from a commercial building.

Thanks to our friends at Prince Lebanese Grill for helping us quickly get food to the brothers and sisters working on this fire.

We ask for your prayers as our members continue to operate.

06/27/2026

We cannot wait to host the International Association of Fire Fighters convention in our city, City of Arlington, TX - City Hall. This convention has not been held in the state of Texas since 1962!

🚨 The 58th is coming to Arlington, Texas, Aug. 9–14.

This is where delegates set the direction of our . Resolutions, elections, and the business of the IAFF all happen here.

If your affiliate is current in per capita, registration is open now.

Are you ? Register your delegates and don't let your Local miss its voice at the table. ➡️ iaff.org/convention

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