Barnstable Fire Department

06/19/2026

🚒 New Barnstable Fire Station Construction Update 🚧

Work continues to progress on the new Barnstable Fire Station, and we are excited to share several new milestones with our community.

The south retaining wall is nearing completion, marking another significant step forward in site development. Exterior work continues with the installation of base-level siding and weatherproofing on both the pitched roof sections and exterior walls.

Inside the building, crews are making steady progress with plumbing, electrical, and HVAC rough installations. In the apparatus bay area, underground plumbing work is nearly complete, preparing the way for future floor pours and additional interior construction.

Over the coming weeks, residents will begin to see even more visible progress as window installation gets underway and roofing operations begin.

We are grateful for the continued support of the residents and taxpayers of the Barnstable Fire District. Your investment and confidence in this project are helping us build a modern, safe, and efficient facility that will serve our community for generations to come.

Thank you for your continued support as we move one step closer to our new home.
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06/18/2026

🇺🇸 Thank You, Mrs. Joan Ellis! 🇺🇸

The Barnstable Fire Department would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Mrs. Joan Ellis for her generous donation that made it possible to purchase, install, and maintain more than 40 American flags along the telephone poles on Main Street in Barnstable Village.

This thoughtful gift is made in memory of her husband, Jim Ellis, and serves as a wonderful tribute as our nation celebrates the 250th birthday of the United States of America this Fourth of July.

The beautiful display of flags throughout our village center reflects the pride, patriotism, and community spirit that make Barnstable Village so special. Thanks to Mrs. Ellis' generosity, residents and visitors alike will be able to enjoy this meaningful display for years to come.

Please join us in thanking Mrs. Joan Ellis for helping honor our nation's history and for making this project possible for the entire Barnstable community.

And a special thank you to our members who installed these flags.

🇺🇸 Thank you, Mrs. Ellis, and God Bless America! 🇺🇸
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06/06/2026

🚒🏗️ New Fire Station Construction Update 🚧🚒

Over the past few weeks, significant progress has continued on the construction of Barnstable Fire Department's new headquarters.

Work crews have been busy completing critical infrastructure improvements, including sewer connections, construction of the exterior walls, and the final concrete pours for all floors within the administration wing. Another exciting milestone has been reached as roofing work has now begun, further shaping the future home of your fire department.

In the coming weeks, crews will focus on completing the retaining walls, grading the site, and continuing the installation of underground plumbing and electrical systems within the apparatus bays.

Each week brings visible progress, and we are excited to share these milestones with our community as this project continues to take shape.

We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to the voters of the Barnstable Fire District for your continued support of this important project. Your investment is helping us build a modern facility that will serve our members and community for generations to come.

Thank you for following along on this journey. Stay tuned for more updates as construction continues!
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06/05/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember Firefighter/EMT Ronald J. Beals, Jr. on the 30th anniversary of his Line of Duty Death.

On June 5, 1996, Firefighter/EMT Ronald J. Beals, Jr., age 34, of the Barnstable Fire Department, made the ultimate sacrifice after suffering the effects of a contagious disease contracted in the line of duty.

Thirty years later, we continue to remember FF Beals not only for his service and dedication to the citizens of the Barnstable Fire District and the Town of barnstable, but also for the compassion, courage, and professionalism he demonstrated throughout his career. His commitment to helping others serves as a lasting example of the risks firefighters and EMS providers face while protecting their communities.

Today, we honor his sacrifice, reflect on his legacy, and extend our gratitude to his family, friends, and all those who served alongside him.

“Gone, but never forgotten.”

Please join us in remembering Firefighter/EMT Ronald J. Beals, Jr. and all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others.
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06/05/2026

30 years ago today. We will always remember.

June 5, 1996 - LODD
Firefighter Ronald J. Beals, Jr., 34
Barnstable Fire Department. Barnstable, MA
Firefighter Beals died after suffering the effects of a contagious disease.

06/04/2026

The Barnstable Fire Department likes to recognize our members during the month of their anniversary with our department. For the month of June, we would like to congratulate the following members:

FF/EMT-B Ryan Jones – June 1, 2016 - 10 years of service.

Captain/EMT-P Keith Stranger – June 1, 2018 - 8 years of service.

Congratulations to Captain Stranger and FF Jones on your anniversaries and thank you for your dedicated service to the residents and visitors of the Barnstable Fire District.
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06/04/2026

🚒MARINE RESPONSE TRAINING⚓
Over the past two days, members of the Barnstable Fire Department participated in annual marine operations training on Cape Cod Bay alongside our regional response partners from the Sandwich Fire Department, U.S. Coast Guard Station Cape Cod Canal, and U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Cape Cod.

This valuable training brings together fire department marine units, U.S. Coast Guard Motor Lifeboats, and rotary-wing aircraft to conduct a variety of realistic response scenarios in a challenging marine environment. Beyond the operational skills gained, these exercises provide an opportunity for responders from different agencies to work side-by-side, build relationships, and strengthen the coordination that is essential during real-world emergencies.

Training like this is critical to ensuring our personnel are prepared to respond effectively to emergencies and rescue operations on the water. The relationships and experience developed during these exercises help improve the safety of both responders and the public we serve.

We would like to thank all of the agencies and personnel involved for their continued commitment to this annual training opportunity and for their dedication to protecting our coastal communities.
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06/04/2026

06/04/2026

Great interagency training yesterday and more to come today. Thank you to Sandwich Fire Department for including us in your training plans.

05/24/2026

The Barnstable Fire Department extends our deepest condolences to the members of the Boston Fire Department, IAFF Local 718, and the family and friends of Firefighter Robert Kilduff, Jr. following his tragic Line of Duty Death.

Firefighter Kilduff dedicated 24 years of service to the citizens of Boston, embodying the courage, selflessness, and commitment that define the fire service. His sacrifice serves as a solemn reminder of the dangers firefighters face each and every day in service to their communities.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones, his brothers and sisters in the Boston Fire Department, and all those affected by this tremendous loss.

Rest easy, Firefighter Kilduff. We have the watch from here.