Fire Department
The mission of the Warren Fire Department is to serve and protect the lives and property of citizens, business owners and visitors to the city of Warren through Public Service and by providing professional response capabilities in the areas of Fire Suppression,Prevention, Investigation and Education, Hazardous Material and Technical Rescue Response and Mitigation and Emergency Medical Services.
Fire Department Phone Numbers
For Emergencies Dial 9-1-1
Non-Emergency Dispatch (586) 574-9111
Administrative Office (586) 756-2800
Administrative Fax (586) 774-2120
Fire Chief Orrin Ferguson (586) 756-2800 ext 3200
Deputy Fire Chief Scott Halleck (586) 756-2800 ext 3201
Fire Prevention (586) 756-2800 ext 3310
EMS (586) 756-2800 ext 3210
Training (586) 756-2800 ext 3320
Special Operations (586) 756-2800 ext 3500
Safety Officer (586) 756-2800 ext 3602
Technology Division (586) 756-2800 ext 3910
Smoke Alarms Save Lives
Exciting new program FREE to all Warren residents – Request a Smoke Detector

Contact to Request Installation
586-759-9320
SmokeDetector@warrenfiredept.org
Please Call:
- For information on fire safety in the home, school, or other organizations.
- To schedule fire prevention programs and classes for schools and other organizations; or fill out our form.
- To request fire incident reports.
Open Burning
- Open burning is allowed in the City of Warren.
- Updated open burning ordinance.
In January of 2010, the Warren Fire Department reinstated EMS transport. The Fire Department does not bill Warren residents for EMS transport, instead billing their insurance company. For Warren residents, the Warren Fire Department accepts as payment in full whatever amount the insurance company will pay, with no deductible or co-pays. EMS transport has been a huge success, bringing in approximately $2.5 million a year.
Currently the Fire Department has an EMS transport vehicle operating out of all six stations. It is the first time in department history that the fire department has had six EMS transport vehicles in service on a daily basis.
Station Locations
The City of Warren has six fire stations serving the public 24 hours a day – 365 days a year.
Station #1 – 8321 9 Mile Road
Station #2 – 23293 Schoenherr Road
Station #3 – 23620 Ryan Road
Station #4 – 6361 Chicago Road
Station #5 – 29900 Hoover Road
Station #6 – 3090 12 Mile Road
Administrative Offices
23295 Schoenherr Road
Warren, MI 48089
Phone: (586) 756-2800
Fax: (586) 774-2120
Email: warrenfire@warrenfiredept.org
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Skip McAdams
Fire Commissioner
Wilburt “Skip” McAdams
Bio
Wilburt “Skip” McAdams was born in the city of Detroit, Michigan, and moved to Pontiac, Michigan as a toddler. I was educated in the Pontiac School system, graduating in 1978 from Pontiac Central High School. I joined the Pontiac Fire Department in September of 2003, holding progressively responsible positions in the department, including firefighter, firefighter-paramedic, lieutenant-paramedic, and captain. I retired from the department after serving greater than 25 in the spring of 2008, culminating with my appointment to Fire Chief in January of 2002, serving in that capacity for the last 6+ years with the department. On October 10, 2008, I began my career with the city of Warren as the appointed Fire Commissioner for Warren Fire Department and continued to serve in this capacity for greater than 17 years.
Family:
Wife – Marlo for 23 years and counting.
Children – Daughter Brady Marie and Son Kyle Sean.
Currently resides in the city of Pontiac.
Education:
Educated in the Pontiac School District, graduating from Pontiac Central High School in 1978.
Associate in Firefighter Technology from Oakland Community College.
Bachelor of Business Administration from Baker College.
Master of Public Administration from Walden University.
Master of Emergency Management-Homeland Security from Walden University.
Professional organizations:
International Association of Fire Chiefs
Macomb County Fire Chiefs.
Southeastern Michigan Fire Chiefs Association.
Affiliations:
Active member in good standing with the NAACP, and while in college, joined the fraternal service organization Alpha Phi Alpha incorporated.
Awards:
American Heart Association: Mission Lifeline Award (Silver) 2014
American Heart Association: Mission Lifeline Award (Gold) 2015-2025. (11-Years)
Life Application Ministries Church: Kelly Collegio Administrator of the Year 2015.
Pontiac Fire Department: Citations for Meritorious Service – October 18, 1994, February 5, 1999 & October 5, 1999.
Professional Achievements:
Wrote and awarded multiple grants, including Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) for Pontiac Fire Department and awarded funding totaling $630,000.00.
As Fire Chief implemented a treatment and transport program citizens and visitors to the city of Pontiac that generated approximately $1.3 million dollars annually for the city of Pontiac.
As Fire Commissioner implemented a treatment and transport program for the citizens and visitors to the city of Warren that has generated greater than $42 million dollars since its inception in January of 2010.
Wrote and awarded multiple Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) for Warren Fire Department and awarded multiple grants totaling approximately $5 million dollars.
Wrote and awarded State of Michigan Grant $450,000.00+.
As Fire Commissioner, participated in a leadership capacity in the construction of 2 new fire stations valued at $8.5 million dollars each that will open in November of 2025.
As a firefighter and member of the Warren Fire Department, my fundamental duty is to serve the community; to safeguard and preserve life and property against the elements of fire and disaster; and maintain a proficiency in the art and science of fire engineering
I will uphold the standards of my profession, continually search for new and improved methods and share my knowledge and skills with my contemporaries and successors.
I will not allow personal feelings, nor danger to self, deter me from my responsibilities as a firefighter.
I will at all times, respect the property and rights of all men and women, the laws of my community and my country, and the chosen way of life of my fellow citizens.
I recognize the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of the fire service. I will never use my official position to obtain advantages or favors for myself, my friends or family.
I will constantly strive to achieve the objectives and ideals, dedicating myself to my chosen profession–saving of life, fire prevention and fire suppression.
As a member of the Warren Fire Department, I accept this self-imposed and self-enforced obligation as my responsibility.
Warren Fire Department Drone Team
The Warren Fire Department Drone Team enhances situational awareness, safety, and efficiency across a wide range of emergency operations. Our program is staffed by 21 FAA Part 107 licensed pilots, representing one of the most capable and technically skilled public safety drone units in the region.
Our fleet includes several specialized aircraft; each selected for its unique capabilities:
- DJI M30T – A heavy-duty, all-weather platform equipped with thermal imaging, zoom optics, and laser range finding for precision overwatch and fireground assessment.
- DJI M3T – A compact, mission-flexible drone with high-resolution and thermal imaging capabilities ideal for rapid deployment and search operations.
- DJI Avata – A first-person-view (FPV) drone used for close-quarters and interior assessments, providing real-time perspectives that improve tactical decision-making.
- DJI Mini Pro 3 – A lightweight, portable option for quick recon and documentation tasks where agility and low profile are essential.
Our drone team supports large-scale fire incidents, search and rescue operations, hazardous materials responses, and technical rescue training. We also assist with incident command and post-incident analysis, providing live aerial imagery that improves decision-making, enhances firefighter safety, and increases the effectiveness of our emergency response efforts.
Through continuous training and innovation, the Warren Fire Department Drone Team demonstrates the power of technology to support the mission of protecting lives, property, and the community we serve.











