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. [...]

It is with deep regret that the Stamford Fire Department announces the passing of retired Stamford Fire Marshal Barry Eugene Callahan, 75, of Stamford, Connecticut.  Barry passed away on August 9, 2024. Born in Stamford on February 26, 1949, he dedicated his life to service, both as a member of the United States Navy and [...]

It is with deep regret that the Stamford Fire Department announces the passing of retired Stamford Firefighter and long-time Stamford resident Anthony T. Tomczyk, affectionally known to many as "Pop."  Tony passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 21st, at the age of 90. Born in Greenwich, CT, to the late Anthony Tomczyk and Stell Usowski [...]

Stamford, CT – July 1, 2024 – At approximately 10:47 PM on July 1, 2024, the Stamford 911 Center received a report of smoke and visible flames on a porch at 35 West Broad Street, Mill River House, a five-story multi-family dwelling. The building has a unique "C" shaped layout. Upon arrival, the first unit [...]