Things are heating up for the Gulfport Fire Department as they welcome their brand new fire station number 9 on Dedeaux Road. Gulfport firefighters and city leaders cut the ribbon to the beautiful new facility this morning, complete with a…
One Gulfport firefighter is recovering today after falling off a roof while battling a fire. This happened last night during a house fire on Windcrest Lane in Gulfport. Gulfport Fire Chief Michael Beyerstedt told us the firefighter fell on his…
It is a historic day for Gulfport Fire Department as they broke ground this morning on station number nine in the Orange Grove community. This station is located on Dedeaux Road and many members of the community and city officials…
For 65 years, the Gulfport Fire Department has been helping ‘Fill the Boot’ for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. That’s why today until Wednesday you can see the firefighters, boots in hand, asking for donations at multiple intersections in the city.…
A local hero is in need after a motorcycle accident left him in the hospital. A GoFundMe page has been set up for Mark Hilley, a Marine veteran and currently the district chief with the Gulfport Fire Department. Mark and…
What started out as a normal day at work for Gulfport Fireman J.R. Valdez quickly changed into an unforgettable moment when he walked into Gulfport Fire Chief Beyerstedt’s office this morning. J.R.’s family and friends surprised him during his shift…
A new fire station is in the works in Gulfport. Gulfport City Council approved the $2.7 million finance package for a new fire station in district 3. The new fire station will replace station 9 and it will be located…
This morning, members of the Gulfport Valley of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite hosted a breakfast to honor Gulfport’s bravest. The Gulfport Fire Department joined the members to enjoy eggs, pancakes, coffee, and fellowship. John McKelvy, a member of…
Paramedic and emergency medical technology students from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College got a taste of the real world today. Fire rescue crews from Gulfport Fire Department performed a vehicle extrication demonstration for the students. The demonstration showed firefighters working…
The Gulfport Fire Department graduated 16 recruits from class 1802 tonight. All 16 recruits went through a ten week academy that consisted of a lot of physical work to make sure they knew everything mentally and physically as well. Tanner…
A new K-9 was welcomed to the Gulfport Fire Department back in May, but today was her official welcoming ceremony. Toggle is a Labrador retriever who is specifically trained to help firefighters with arson investigations. City officials and members of…
Since Monday, the Gulfport Fire Department has collected supplies for those in need from Hurricane Florence. The fire department collected all types of supplies from water to toiletries and even food for pets. They could not receive or send clothes…
Gulfport police need help identifying the male body that was discovered in Bayou Bernard Monday evening. The body is described as a white male, mid 40's to 50's, about 5'9" to 5’10", 200 pounds, dark hair, beard, and a gold…
It is guns vs. hoses at Texas Road House in Gulfport this Saturday where the Gulfport Fire Department will take on the police department in a rib eating contest. The contest takes place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes, along with Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt, gathered today on the steps of City Hall in Gulfport to make a community announcement. The Gulfport Fire Department is being recognized as part of the top two percent…
Today Chief Battalion Greg Griffin with the Gulfport Fire Department has officially retired. Griffin was the witness of the reported assault between Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt and firefighter Tim Holliman back in April. The City of Gulfport opened an…
Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt will remain in his position following a report of assault on a fellow firefighter. A statement issued by Gulfport’s Chief Administrative Officer John R. Kelly says the investigation into the incident involving the fire chief…
Today WXXV received a copy of the police report filed against Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt, charging him with disorderly conduct and interference with business. Previously, News 25 mentioned limited details on an alleged assault that took place at the…
The City of Gulfport’s administration has initiated an investigation into a complaint from fire department personnel concerning Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt. The administration received a complaint from fire department personnel about an incident that reportedly occurred at one of…
If you live in Gulfport and don’t have the means for a smoke or carbon monoxide detector, the Gulfport Fire Department is here to help. The department offers a federally funded program allowing them to install smoke and carbon monoxide…
There are more than 1.1 million firefighters in the United States. According to the National Fire Protection Association, only seven percent are women. Gulfport Fire Department just welcomed their first female firefighter. Julie Glosek is a mom, a retired Seabee,…
Saving people from danger, answering emergency calls, and putting out fires are just some of the daily duties of being a fire fighter. Right now, the Gulfport Fire Department is looking to add new members to the team. An elderly…
Gulfport Fire Department is now accepting applications! Please visit the city of Gulfport's job openings page to apply online: https://gulfport.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx The fire fighter recruit exam will be administered on November 1st. You must be 18 years of age, able to…
Recent events raised concerns over firefighters working in full gear near water, especially here on the Coast. The Gulfport Fire Department debunked the rumor of firefighters drowning in water if they fall in with full gear. One demonstrated in a…