• Fatal Early Morning Fire on Woodmere Road in Stamford

    By Published On: May 8, 2026Categories: Media ReleasesViews: 565

    Stamford, CT – May 8, 2026 – At 04:21, the Stamford 911 Center began receiving calls reporting a possible fire at 108 Woodmere Road. In response to the emergency, a Structural Box Assignment comprising three Engines, one Truck, one Rescue, one Incident Commander, and a Rapid Intervention Team was initially dispatched. While en route, responding [...]

  • Truck Fire Involving Acetylene Cylinders Safely Contained by Stamford Firefighters

    By Published On: April 24, 2026Categories: Media ReleasesViews: 176

    Truck Fire Involving Acetylene Cylinders Safely Contained by Stamford Firefighters [Stamford, Connecticut] – At approximately 10:38 AM on Friday, April 23, 2026, Stamford firefighters responded to a report of a truck fire at the gas station located at 243 West Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters found a contractor’s pickup truck with a fire in the rear [...]

  • Stamford Firefighters Rescue several residents from upper floors of apartment complex after stair collapse

    By Published On: April 17, 2026Categories: Media ReleasesViews: 291

    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 [...]

  • Stamford Fire Department Rescues Kayakers in Distress

    By Published On: April 12, 2026Categories: Media ReleasesViews: 764

    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 [...]

  • Stamford Garage Fire Extinguished on East Side

    By Published On: March 30, 2026Categories: Media ReleasesViews: 255

    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 [...]

  • Stamford Firefighters Quickly Contain Structure Fire on Maher Road

    By Published On: March 17, 2026Categories: Media ReleasesViews: 368

    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 [...]

  • Cold Weather Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety

    By Published On: February 8, 2026Categories: UncategorizedViews: 581

    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 [...]

  • Attic Fire in North Stamford

    By Published On: February 6, 2026Categories: Media ReleasesViews: 1796

    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 [...]

  • PROLONGED COLD WEATHER SAFETY CHECKLIST

    By Published On: January 29, 2026Categories: Department NewsViews: 1072

    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 [...]

  • Firefighters Battle Two-Alarm Blaze in 12-Degree Cold as Major Snowstorm Looms

    By Published On: January 25, 2026Categories: Media ReleasesViews: 3095

    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 [...]

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