FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stamford Fire Department Conducts Successful Rescue Operation Stamford, Connecticut — April 17, 2026 — The Stamford Fire Department successfully completed a technical rescue operation earlier today following a complex incident in the city. At approximately 6:45 pm, units were dispatched to 37 Greenwich Avenue after reports of a deck that collapsed stranding multiple [...]

On Saturday, April 11th, 2026, at 10:05 AM, the Stamford Fire Department was dispatched to Cove Island for a report of 2 kayakers in distress.  The kayakers were approximately 1,000 feet from shore when one of the kayaks overturned due to wind gusts and choppy waters.  Due to the conditions, the kayaker could not get [...]

A fully involved garage fire was extinguished on the East Side shortly after midnight at 00:27, Monday 3/30/2026.  Stamford Fire Department responded with 4 Engines, 1 Ladder Truck, 1 Rescue Truck and an Incident Commander with 26 fire personnel and arrived at 00:31 and found a 10 ft. x 20 ft. wood frame garage storing [...]

Tuesday, March 17th at 03:57 the City of Stamford Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a fire in the home with dark smoke on the 2nd floor at 56 Maher Road. Engine 4 from the East Side Fire Station was first to arrive at 04:03 and reported heavy smoke showing from the rear corner on the 2nd floor of [...]

When temperatures drop and heating systems work overtime, the risk of carbon monoxide (CO) exposure increases. Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless gas that can be deadly if it builds up inside a home or building. Taking a few simple precautions can help keep you and your family safe during cold weather. Why Cold Weather [...]

At 13:07 hrs Stamford and Long Ridge Fire Department firefighters responded to 88 Heming Way in North Stamford for a report of fire in the attic.  Long Ridge Fire Department Engine 71 was first on scene within 2 minutes and confirmed a working fire.  Crews immediately stretched a hose line to the 2nd floor and were [...]

Extended periods of below-freezing temperatures increase the risk of fires, carbon monoxide emergencies, frozen pipes, and medical emergencies. The Stamford Fire Department urges residents to take the steps below to protect lives and property during a prolonged cold snap. PREPARE FOR EXTENDED COLD Home, heat, and fire safety Test all smoke alarms and replace batteries [...]

On Saturday night, January 24, 2026, Stamford firefighters responded to a second two alarm structure fire during one of the coldest nights of the winter, as the city was preparing for a major snowstorm expected to bring more than a foot of snow to the area.  This was the second fire of the day. At [...]

At 13:38, the Stamford Combined 911 and Communications Center received a report of black smoke coming from a residence at 178 Montauk Drive. The home is a two story wood frame residential unit, attached to a neighboring unit that was unoccupied at the time of the incident. Three engine companies, one truck company, one rescue [...]

A major winter storm is expected to bring well over one foot of snow across Stamford, along with strong winds and dangerous cold. These conditions increase the risk of fires, carbon monoxide emergencies, power outages, and travel hazards. The Stamford Fire Department urges all residents to take the steps below before, during, and after the [...]