MS State Fire Academy

MS State Fire Academy

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Sitting on 112 acres just outside of Jackson, the Mississippi State Fire Academy (MSFA) is one of the largest Fire Services Training facilities in the Nation.

To serve the Mississippi fire service community and the world by providing quality education and training in fundamental and advanced skills to save life and property. MSFA offers over 120 courses, training more than 15,000 students from Beginner Fire Fighter classes to the elite Smoke Divers, EMS and Fire Services (inspectors, investigators, etc.) annually. Oh and don’t forget! We love fire safety and prevention and offer tours and classes for groups!

10/10/2026

When charging on a plane, Sparky The Fire Dog suggests you keep portable charging devices on the tray table. Do not charge devices in overhead compartments and never charge e-cigarettes or vapes on a plane. If a battery overheats or fails, it is important for the flight crew to be able to respond quickly. For more info: fpw.org.

10/10/2026

We still have one more CO2 class this year, register through Acadis and mark your calendars!

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Vehicle extrication is the process of safely removing trapped or injured occupants from a motor vehicle after a collision, utilizing specialized tools, stabilization gear, and rapid response. Good luck to the students on their final this morning!

10/09/2026

🔥 Wildland-Urban Interface Training Opportunity (FREE OF CHARGE!)
Join us Feb. 26, 2027, in Pearl, Mississippi, for the one-day, off-campus F0633 Wildland-Urban Interface Risk Assessment & Mitigation for the Fire Service course.
Enrollment is limited. Contact Inst. Tharp today with questions and to register!

10/09/2026

Sparky The Fire Dog wants you to charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging. These batteries store more energy, and fires can grow quickly if they
fail. For more info: fpw.org.

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Week 1 for : the students spent the week learning the basics, PT, and attended the Fallen Firefighter Memorial. They covered Chs. 1-6: The Fire Service, Safety, PPE, Fire Service Communications, Fire Behavior, & Building Construction.

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The life of a Truckie—mastering rapid problem-solving on the move. Truck companies are responsible for opening up the building, finding the victims, and controlling conditions.

Photos from MS State Fire Academy's post 10/08/2026

Week 10 concludes for the EMT-Basic Class, the students will finish the rest of the class online and will return in Week 16 for finals.

10/08/2026

The Fire Service Chaplain: providing presence and support before, during, and after emergencies.

10/08/2026

Sparky The Fire Dog suggests you unplug your device when it is fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than needed can increase heat and stress on the battery. For more info: fpw.org.

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