firefighters
of
brussels
Always ready, because every second counts!
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With carbon monoxide, don't trust your nose!
Every year in Belgium, around 50 people die from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. This invisible, odourless and deadly gas can spread throughout our homes unnoticed. What are the symptoms of CO poisoning? What to do in case of CO poisoning? How to prevent CO poisoning?
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Brussels Fire Department: always ready for what you care about
Heavy fall on a scooter. Twins born far too early. Or a small dog stuck in a burning building. No matter the situation: the Brussels Fire Department is always ready. And that deserves respect.
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Smoke alarms mandatory in ALL homes
You own a home? Smoke alarms become mandatory in ALL homes in Brussels as of January 1, 2025. But don’t wait until then and equip your home with a smoke detector now. Because smoke detectors save lives.
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Our new fire stations: ready for the future
The Brussels Fire Brigade is investing in new, modern fire stations to enhance our services and optimally support our teams. These stations are designed with the latest technologies and sustainability in mind, allowing us to respond to emergencies even faster and more efficiently. Together, we are building a safer and greener future for all Brussels residents.
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The fire brigade: one big family at the service of us all.
The Belgian fire service consists of 10,140 volunteer firefighters and 6,790 professional firefighters who are ready to help us every day. They are organized into 34 rescue zones and the Brussels Fire Brigade. Day in and day out, they assist people in various ways.
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Close the door
By closing all interior doors in your home, you can save lives. In the event of a fire, the flames and suffocating smoke – the biggest threat – are contained for longer. This gives you more time to get yourself and your family to safety when a smoke detector goes off.
Our values
50 years saving lives
- Service
- Team spirit
- Respect
- Integrity
- Efficiency
Nearly 1,400 people at your service: professional first-aiders, 112 phone operators, administrative and technical support... Our specialities and our differences unite us and make us better, for our commitment: your safety! Medical emergencies, accidents, fires, floods, disasters... Our work never stops! What's more, we also work upstream to analyse and prevent problems.
Brussels firefighters are always prepared, with passion and commitment, to provide assistance, protect our environment and contribute to a safer society.
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Nearly 4% more interventions each year
Advice and Services
Your administrative requests
We are at your side to prevent risks and provide follow-up care after an intervention. We are committed to providing a quality service, handling every request as efficiently as possible.
- Fire prevention
- Event security
- Road works
- Invoicing
- Complaint
Join our teams
On the ground or in our fire stations, our teams make the difference to make the Region safer! We are looking for people who are ready to give their all. Fancy an exciting career in an environment where everyone is welcome?
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Awareness-raising starts at primary school!
If we have to intervene in an emergency, it's already too late, because the incident has already taken place. The best way to ensure your safety is to adopt a few simple gestures. Book a tour of our fire station and find out how to avoid accidents!
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- Les frais administratifs s'élèvent à 71.77 € par dossier
- À ceux-ci s'ajoute le coût de l'examen de la demande facturé 119.62 € par heure
- En cas d'ajout de superficie pendant l'examen d'un dossier, un supplément de 1.44 € par nouveau mètre carré sera demandé
(tarifs valables pour l'année 2024)
Ces tarifs sont fixés par arrêté régional.
- La police : si vous pensez que l’incident fait suite à une intention malveillante, signalez-le dès que possible.
- Votre assureur (et/ou votre éventuel prêteur hypothécaire) : signalez les dommages le jour ouvrable suivant l’incident.
- La société de logement ou le propriétaire si vous êtes locataire.
- Votre médecin si vous ne vous sentez pas bien. Il peut aussi vous aider à faire face à vos peurs et vos angoisses après l’incendie.
- Vos proches : parlez de ce que vous avez vécu. Trouvez des personnes avec qui vous pouvez partager votre histoire.
- Avant que vous puissiez rentrer chez vous, les pompiers doivent déclarer l’habitation sûre et la police doit trouver la cause de l'incident.
- Si vous n'êtes pas autorisé à rentrer chez vous, assurez-vous que la maison est bien fermée. Vous pouvez le faire faire par les services de la commune ou la police.
- Si le lieu est déclaré inhabitable, vérifiez si vous êtes assuré pour une maison de remplacement. Si vous n'avez pas droit à un logement de remplacement et que vous ne pouvez aller nulle part ailleurs, contactez le CPAS de votre lieu de résidence.