UPCOMING EVENTS!!!!!
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*** There will be three  8th District Training Classes this month, Monday June 10th for 1900 hours at the JPFTC, Wednesday June 19th for 1900 hours at Station 85- Haz-mat , Taught by Bob Darcey from JPFD Hazmat., and Wednesday June 26th for 1900 hours at the JPFTC .

  **** NEW 819 IS COMPLETE, YOU CAN SEE PICTURES OF THE TRUCK ON OUR PHOTOS PAGE  ****

**** Please view the members page to view the NEW 8th District Training Calendar. ****

Marrero Harvey Fire Department

Welcome!

Thank you for visiting

Welcome to the Marrero Harvey Volunteer Fire Co. # 1 web site. We hope that you find this site informative and engaging. It is our intent to readily provide the information and services that our Members and Visitors need to efficiently interact with the Department online. Websites are never really complete but continually evolving based on feedback we receive from visitors like you – so let us know if are unable to find what you are looking for or have ideas to improve our ability to serve you.  Please take time to explore the site – there is a lot to see here.

If you are interested in knowing more about the current focus or long term plans of our organization consider beginning with the Volunteer information page. This is where you will find details about our fire department and a Membership Application.

All members of the Marrero Harvey Fire Co. #1 are here to serve you every hour of every day. If you have any questions regarding the Department or the services we provide, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Taz M. Istre
President/Assistant Fire Chief
Marrero Harvey Fire Co. #1

Fire Safety

Fire Safety Message

Every year Americans look forward to summer vacations, camping, family reunions, picnics, and the Fourth of July. Summertime, however, also brings fires and injuries due to fireworks and outdoor cooking. Knowing a few fire safety tips and following instructions will help everyone have a safe summer. 

A special study by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) shows that fireworks were involved in an estimated 9,600 injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments in 2011. Fireworks are dangerous! For more information and safety tips, please visit the CPSC's website. 

Barbecue Safety 

  • Before using a grill, check the connection between the propane tank and the fuel line. Make sure the venturi tubes - where the air and gas mix - are not blocked.
  • Do not overfill the propane tank.
  • Do not wear loose clothing while cooking at a barbecue.
  • Be careful when using lighter fluid. Do not add fluid to an already lit fire because the flame can flashback up into the container and explode.
  • Keep all matches and lighters away from children. Teach your children to report any loose matches or lighters to an adult immediately. Supervise children around outdoor grills.
  • Dispose of hot coals properly - douse them with plenty of water, and stir them to ensure that the fire is out. Never place them in plastic, paper or wooden containers.
  • Never grill/barbecue in enclosed areas - carbon monoxide could be produced.
  • Make sure everyone knows to Stop, Drop and Roll in case a piece of clothing does catch fire. Call 911 or your local emergency number if a burn warrants serious medical attention.

Campfire Safety

  • Build campfires where they will not spread, away from dry grass and leaves.
  • Keep campfires small, and don't let them get out of hand.
  • Keep plenty of water and a shovel around to douse the fire when you're done. Stir it and douse it again with water.
  •  Never leave campfires unattended

Providing the Highest Level of 24 Hour Response Since 1931

The History of MHFD

The Marrero Harvey Volunteer Fire Company #1 was established in 1931 with twelve Charter Members. The Jefferson Parish Water Co. District 2 was responsible for the creation of a fire department with thee paid employees and the Marrero Harvey Volunteer Fire Company #1 was created because at the time there were only three other fire departments on Westbank of Jefferson Parish, David Crockett and Gould who covered the City of Gretna and the City of Westwego who covered the City of Westwego. The original fire house was the Jefferson Parish Waterworks building located at 7th street and Avenue D. This building still stands today but has not been a fire house since the 1970’s. in 1965 the Jefferson Parish Civil Defense, now known as Office of Emergency Management, helped the Marrero Harvey Fire Company purchase their first fire truck.

The Marrero Harvey Volunteer Fire Co. #1 response area covers 20 miles and includes 9 high rise buildings that include the West Jefferson Hospital and an Assisted Senior Living Center. We also have very Vast and Diverse Industrial Area that is along the Mississippi River. The Marrero Harvey Volunteer Fire Co. #1 is very committed and involved to its community. We attend and staff a First Aid Booth for several school fairs. The Marrero Harvey Fire Co. #1 has evolved from the early days of having One Fire Station, One Fire Truck and only One Fireman to now having three fire stations, 7 fire trucks (4 pumpers, 1 ladder truck, 1 rescue truck, and a foam and water tanker) and two support vehicles.