History of the Belfast Fire Brigade

The Belfast Fire Brigade came into existence in 1800. It developed to become an essential local service, providing an effective firefighting service to the people of Belfast city until its amalgamation with the Northern Ireland Fire Authority on 1 October 1973, thus becoming the Fire Authority for Northern Ireland. This article will contain a brief history of the Belfast Fire Brigade from its commencement to amalgamation.

History of the Belfast Fire Brigade

The Belfast Fire Brigade came into existence in 1800. It developed to become an essential local service, providing an effective firefighting service to the people of Belfast city until its amalgamation with the Northern Ireland Fire Authority on 1 October 1973, thus becoming the Fire Authority for Northern Ireland. This article will contain a brief history of the Belfast Fire Brigade from its commencement to amalgamation.