Are you on #FirefighterTok? Check out these firefighters-turned-TikTok content creators
If a fire service career doesn’t pan out, some of these responders may have a career waiting in Hollywood
“It’s just kids dancing, right?”
That’s a typical response to many discussions involving TikTok – well, at least when conversing with people over 40. And while dance trends are indeed a popular focus on the app, there's also lots of engaging content about a dizzying array of topics and from countless content creators, including firefighters.
As you check out these comedic clips, I encourage you to consider how your department could employ this social media platform to reach potential members or spread life safety messages to a younger audience.
Things that 'make sense' at our fire station
Yes, the music might make you crazy, but check out those shift-specific fridges! Does your station have some unique features that might make for a good video?
@firedepartmentchaos #firedepartment #firefightertiktok #firefighter #fdc #firestation #firedeptcoffee
♬ Che La Luna - Louis Prima
The mustache conundrum
It's a never-ending internal debate. What is the ratio of mustache to bare lip at your department?
@caden_troy Top Gun did this to me #firefighter #fyp #MadewithKAContest
♬ original sound - alexa 🌙
Career v. volunteer calls
The comments on the video back up the claim made here. Any dissenters?
@triston.hawkes556 Volunteer firefighting #firefighters #volunteer #fyp #for_you
♬ original sound - digz1️⃣hunna
The Safety shoe
We found another use for the Jaws of Life! Have you ever used a firefighting tool for a nontraditional purpose?
@edgethefirefighter Danville Fire Cobblers! #firefightertiktok #firefighter #rescue #ems #hurstjawsoflife #danvilleva
♬ The Home Depot Beat - The Home Depot
Summer Sweating
This is what we call firefighting in peak summer.
@firefighterfenton I’m not crying, my eyes are sweating. #firefighter #summer #comedy #hot
♬ original sound - Firefighter Fenton
Runaway hose
This is the strategy when this happens, right?
Saving the world
From formal wear to fire gear in under 10 seconds.
@janellpatton #firefightertiktok #volunteerfire #nebraskafire #badgirlsdoitwell #savingtheworld #incredibles #femalefirefighther #firefighterwoman👩🏻🚒 #firegirl #dresstoimpress #firefighterwomen #ladyfirefighter #prettytoprettier #ledlights #emergencylights #fire #volunteerfirefighter #911
♬ original sound - edits
Size doesn't matter
Every department really needs one of each.
@nzwaterfairy He reaches things for me… I get in the small spaces. #firefighter #fyp #femalefirefighter #wlw
♬ Hi I'm Dory! - strawbwearyzvsp
Reality vs. expectation
Which one of these scenarios is more reflective of YOUR station?
@ondutydad #stitch with @firedepartmentchronicles #firehousefunnies #firefighter #viralvideo
♬ original sound - Matt Woodruff
Shift friendships
I mean, is it really considered "work" at this point?
@friendlymedic Like this video if you think we should become professional dancers #firefighter #paramedic #emt #ems #emshumor #nurse #healthcare #GetTheWChallenge DC: @Jaguarpaw43
♬ original sound - musicquotes
The Lone firefighter in a family of law enforcement
But we all know they'll be waiting for the big red truck to pull in the next time they have a beeping smoke detector.
@thechandlerlynn Its a hard not life. #foryou #foryoupage #fyp #4u #firefighter #cops
♬ Cold - Chris Stapleton
Station haircut day
Too busy in between shifts to grab a haircut? No problem!
@bigbodysdad Someone needed a shape up… #firefightertiktok #firefighter #firehouse #barber #barbershop #funny #fyp
♬ Toxic - Britney Spears
Bonus PSA: Please pull to the right
Tell me you won't have this playing in your head the next time someone is oblivious to your horn, lights and the daggers shooting from your eyes into their rearview mirror.
@firefighterfenton PSA: Please Pull To The Right #firefighter #comedy #parody
♬ original sound - Firefighter Fenton
Who says firefighters aren't funny? Do you have a favorite Tik Tok creator making fire content? Leave their link in the comments and we may add it to our list.