October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Take time to learn your personal risk factors, pay attention to changes and talk with your healthcare provider about when screening is right for you. We're thinking of everyone affected by breast cancer.

Throw back to Billy Moore Day's parade October 21, 2000.

Every two years, our EMTs and paramedics take part in EMS refresher training to review medical skills, practice techniques and stay current with changes in emergency medicine. Here's a look at some of that training.

HM 181 made it to the finish line! Our HazMat crew was at NASCAR this past weekend, and when people got the chance to sign the finish line, we couldn't pass up the opportunity to add HM 181. Another successful race weekend!

Chirping Smoke Alarm? Check the Date! A chirping alarm is a good reminder to check the manufacture date 10 years old or older, replace the entire unit! Need help installing, contact a local handyman or electrician. We do not offer this service. bit.ly/4sj0XFB

6.4 miles of fire hose! That's 33,600 feet tested this year across our eight fire stations and backup supply. Each year, our hose is inspected and pressure tested. Our ladders are tested annually, too, including how they flex under weight.

Throwback to October 14, 2006

Last week, we welcomed our neighbors to Station 183 for Dinner with the Fire Chief. Guests enjoyed dinner, heard department updates, asked questions and toured the station. Thanks to Mission BBQ for catering and to everyone who joined us!

Charge your tools and rides outside. E-bikes, scooters, tools and other battery-powered devices. Make the change: Charge outside, not inside your home, garage or near exits. Use the manufacturer-approved charger and follow the charging instructions. fpw.org

What’s all the talk about lithium-ion batteries? They power many of our everyday devices, but when damaged, overheated or improperly charged, they can become a serious fire risk. Watch this video to learn why safe charging habits matter. bit.ly/474AeCS

Fire Prevention Week is here, and we're starting with something most of us use every day. Once your device is fully charged, unplug it. We'll be sharing more simple fire prevention tips throughout the week.

Congratulations to Bridge Academy 26-1! These lateral firefighters brought previous fire-service experience with them and spent six weeks reinforcing fundamentals while learning how their new departments operate.

Goodyear up top. Goodyear down below. Not a bad way to head into the weekend. Hope everyone has a great Friday!

Not every photo ends up with its own post. So we grabbed a few from the camera roll that never really had a place and put them together. Just a quick glimpse of what we do.

Homecoming + Friday night football + fireworks = a night to remember!

A little recognition for four of our cadets who volunteered at a recent Helping One Woman event. They greeted guests, helped people find their seats and stepped in wherever needed. Just one of the experiences our Cadet Program provides while preparing for the fire service.

Throw Back Thursday - January 1999 Safe Kids Child Passenger Seat Event at Target Look at those vehicles - The best part, those car seat passengers are now 27 years old... or older! Some things change, but keeping kids safe on the road never goes out of style.

Quite the view from Station 186 this morning. Keep an eye on changing conditions and slow down on wet roads. If you come across water covering the roadway, don’t risk it. Turn around and find another way.

Goodyear crews assisted Avondale with an apartment fire that started in a patio and extended into additional units and the attic. Crews were able to stop the fire, and no injuries were reported.

Just some of the people behind Goodyear Fire. Different days, different moments. Some completely candid. Others who definitely noticed the camera. Just a few from the camera roll we thought were worth sharing.