What do Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, Molly Williams, Steve Buscemi, and Denis Leary all have in common? They’re all tied to the fire service.

In this episode of Beyond the Nozzle, we uncover the surprising history of famous names connected to fire departments—founders, volunteers, advocates, and even Hollywood actors who traded scripts for turnout gear. 🚒🔥

👉 You’ll hear about:

• Benjamin Franklin and America’s first volunteer fire company

• George Washington donating one of Alexandria’s first fire engines

• Molly Williams—the first known female firefighter in U.S. history

• Steve Buscemi serving with FDNY and returning after 9/11

• Denis Leary creating a foundation after the Worcester Cold Storage tragedy

• Even Bruce Springsteen’s son joining Jersey City’s fire department

The lesson? Fire departments run on community support. Famous or not, when people step up, they make a difference.

✅ Fire Safety Tip: Test your smoke alarms monthly and replace them every 10 years. Support your local department by sharing their safety posts and backing their fundraisers—you don’t need to be famous to save lives.

🌐 Learn more: socialfd.org
🎙 More episodes: beyondthenozzle.com

Stay safe. Stay engaged. And remember: a simple post can save a life. ❤️🔥