No Ongoing Danger to the Community Between 6:30 PM and 7:20 PM on Thursday, November 14, the Stamford Fire Department received over a dozen 911 calls reporting what residents described as a series of loud explosions in the North Stamford area. These events were reportedly strong enough to shake homes and, in some cases, knock [...]

Stamford, CT—November 2, 2024—The Stamford Fire Department is urging residents to be vigilant and take extra precautions as Connecticut experiences extreme fire risk conditions. With an Emergency Burn Ban in effect since October 26, and under a current Red Flag Warning, the potential for fast-spreading fires remains alarmingly high. One critical and often overlooked hazard [...]

Stamford, CT – In the early hours of the morning, the Stamford Fire Department responded to a house fire at 109 Hardesty Lane in North Stamford, where smoke detectors alerted the occupants, giving them the critical time they needed to escape the fire safely. The first 911 call was received at 2:04 AM, and Stamford [...]

It is with deep regret that that the Stamford Fire Department acknowledges the passing of retired Stamford Firefighter Joseph (Joe) Andrew Louis Tarzia, 85, of Ocala, Florida.  Firefighter Tarzia passed away on July 12th, 2024 in Ocala, Florida. He was born in Stamford Connecticut to Giuseppe and Anna Tarzia (Pagano) on October 29th,1938. He graduated [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (DRAFT) Stamford, CT — In a groundbreaking move to enhance firefighter safety and operational effectiveness, the Stamford Fire Department has announced the purchase of Seek Thermal FirePRO 200 Thermal Imaging Cameras (TICs). Manufactured by Seek Thermal in Santa Barbara, California, these advanced devices will provide every Stamford firefighter with the ability to [...]

Date: September 4, 2024 6:30 pm @ Westover Magnet Elementary School Stamford, CT – On Wednesday, September 4, 2024, the Stamford Fire Department proudly hosted a Swearing-In and Awards Ceremony, celebrating the exceptional dedication and leadership of its members who work tirelessly to protect the lives and property of Stamford residents. During the ceremony, four Deputy Fire Chiefs, seven [...]

Invitation to Family, Friends and the Media PROMOTION SWEARING-IN & DEPARTMENT AWARD CEREMONY Wednesday, SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 6:30 PM Westover Magnet Elementary School Auditorium 412 Stillwater Ave. Stamford, CT Parking is available in the front of the school.  Please enter through the front of the school using the Auditorium entrance. Class A Uniform for attending [...]

A Night of Remembrance: Stand with Us as We Reflect on the Events of 9/11 and Pay Tribute Stamford Fire Department will hold a 9/11 memorial for the tragedy that occurred in our nation 23 years ago. It will be held in front of the Woodside Fire Station located at 1620 Washington Blvd., Stamford, Ct 06902, [...]

It is with deep regret that the Stamford Fire Department announces the passing of retired Stamford Fire Chief Anthony J. Milone. He passed away at the age of 86, surrounded by his loving family. Anthony, well known as Tony, was born on March 9, 1938, in Stamford, CT to his parents Helen and Theodore Milone. [...]