r/Firefighting • u/Hero-Firefighter-24 • 27d ago

Ask A Firefighter At what age did you start firefighting?

Asking because it’s a late career choice for some, while others do it right after college or even high school.

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u/AlarmingBill4558 21d ago

i started at 16 in 1978, stayed until last year. I had a heart attack so decided it was time to go. It was a great run.