District of Columbia Fire and EMS Patch with U.S. Capitol and Crossed Flags
Blue and gold embroidered District of Columbia Fire and EMS (DCFEMS) shoulder patch featuring DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA arched above and FIRE AND EMS below in gold, around a central scene of the U.S. Capitol dome flanked by crossed U.S. and District of Columbia flags above a red fire Maltese cross and a blue EMS Star of Life, for the District of Columbia Fire and EMS Department in Washington, D.C.
Low MOQ
Low Minimum Order
Artwork
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USA Since 1999
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Direct
Description
This embroidered patch features the District of Columbia Fire and EMS insignia, the shoulder patch of DCFEMS, the fire and emergency medical services department serving Washington, D.C. It is a blue fan-shaped patch with a red outer border and a gold inner border, carrying DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA arched across the top, FIRE AND EMS around the lower edge, and a detailed U.S. Capitol scene at the center.
Center: The heart of the patch is a gold panel holding a detailed white U.S. Capitol dome, flanked by two crossed flags – the United States flag on the left and the District of Columbia flag, white with red stars and bars, on the right. Below the Capitol sit two emblems: a red fire Maltese cross with a white flame on the left and a blue EMS Star of Life on the right, representing the department’s fire and medical services.
Top Section: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA arches across the top of the patch in gold block letters, curving with the rounded top and naming the district above the Capitol scene.
Bottom Section: FIRE runs up the lower left and EMS up the lower right in gold letters, with AND across the base, naming the department around the lower edge of the patch.
Shape & Base: The patch is a fan or dome shape – a broad arched top with straight sides and a flat base – on a deep blue twill ground with a red outer border and a bright gold inner border. The blue field and gold panel frame the multicolor Capitol scene and the paired fire and EMS emblems as the detailed focal point.
Embroidery Quality: Full-coverage stitching with high stitch density holds the fine detail of the U.S. Capitol dome, the crossed United States and District of Columbia flags, the red fire Maltese cross, the blue EMS Star of Life, the red and gold borders, and the arched DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA and FIRE AND EMS lettering with sharp, even edges and a durable surface that stands up to daily uniform wear and laundering.
This is one of a series of fire department patches in the gallery. Compare it with the San Diego Fire-Rescue patch, another patch with a detailed pictorial scene, the Baltimore City Fire Department patch, which also pairs a fire cross with an EMS Star of Life, and the Houston Fire Department patch. Browse the full Owl Badges Design Gallery for more custom fire and public-safety patch designs.
Specifications
| Product Type | Embroidered Patch |
| Style | Shoulder Patch |
| Material | Polyester Twill Fabric with Poly/Rayon Threads |
| Stitch | Full Coverage Detail 100% Stitch Threading Embroidery |
| Size | 4" - 5" |
| Backing | Iron-on/Sew-on |
| Packaging | 10+ Per Polybag |
Estimated pricing: 10 → $17 · 20 → $12 · 50 → $7 · 100 → $5 · 250 → $3 · 500 → $2.50 · 1,000 → $2 each
No setup fee · No mold fee. Estimate only — final price adjusts by design, size, and quantity, and is confirmed with a free quote. No payment until you approve your proof.
🛡 Authorized Purchase & Credential Verification
Patches bearing a real agency or department name are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Law enforcement and public-safety buyers must provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. We do not sell agency-named patches for personal use.
Custom and fictional designs — for example, a made-up department like “Town of Western Hope Police” — are welcome, as are designs where you change the agency or department name to your own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is shown on the District of Columbia Fire and EMS patch?
The patch is a blue fan-shaped patch with a red outer border and a gold inner border. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA arches across the top and FIRE AND EMS runs around the lower edge, all in gold. At the center, a gold panel holds the white U.S. Capitol dome flanked by crossed United States and District of Columbia flags, with a red fire Maltese cross and a blue EMS Star of Life below. Owl Badges reproduces it as an embroidered patch.
What do the fire cross and Star of Life on the patch mean?
They represent the two sides of the department. The red Maltese cross with a white flame stands for fire service, and the blue Star of Life stands for emergency medical service. Together they show that DCFEMS provides both fire protection and EMS for Washington, D.C. We reproduce both emblems in detailed stitching.
What are the two flags on the patch?
They are the flag of the United States on the left and the flag of the District of Columbia on the right, the latter white with three red stars above two red bars. The crossed flags frame the U.S. Capitol dome, tying the patch to the nation's capital. We reproduce both flags and the Capitol in detailed stitching so the scene stays clear at patch size.
How is this different from the San Diego Fire-Rescue patch?
Both patches use a detailed pictorial scene, but they are distinct. The District of Columbia patch is blue with the U.S. Capitol dome, crossed U.S. and D.C. flags, and paired fire and EMS emblems. The San Diego patch is red with the Point Loma Lighthouse coastal scene and EST. 1889. We reproduce each department's design exactly as its own patch.
Can you make a custom fire and EMS patch with a landmark and dual emblems like this?
Yes. A patch with a local landmark, crossed flags, and paired fire and EMS emblems is a rich, combined fire-and-medical layout, and we can adapt it for your own department - your landmark, your flags, your fire and EMS symbols, and your colors. A free proof is provided before production so you can confirm every detail.
Do I need credentials to order a patch with the District of Columbia Fire and EMS name on it?
Yes. Patches bearing a real agency name such as the District of Columbia Fire and EMS Department are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Fire-service and public-safety buyers provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. Custom or fictional department designs, and patches renamed to your own department, are welcome without that step.
