D.C. firefighters banned from using ‘DCFD’ clothing

Published March 29, 2011 4:00am ET



D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services Chief Kenneth Ellerbe is banning firefighters and paramedics from continuing to wear on-the-job attire that says “DCFD.”

New clothing must say “emergency medical services” or “FEMS,” or firefighters could face discipline.

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