Springfield fire deputy outlines recruit academy expectations, emphasizes medical skills

May 28, 2026

Deputy Division Chief Mike Flynn described the Springfield Fire Department’s recruit academy, stressing squad accountability, physical fitness and growing emphasis on emergency medical training as duties shift from fires to medical calls.

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Mike Flynn, deputy division chief in Springfield’s training division, said the city’s recruit academy is designed to build teamwork, stamina and medical skills for future firefighters.

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