Branford Fire Department

05/30/2026

** Power Outages / Down Trees **

Several down trees have been reported around Branford due to the heavy winds. Some of which have caused power outages around Branford, specifically surrounding the center of town. As emergency crews are working to resolve the issues, we ask the publics help in being patient as Fire, Police and Eversource are working to repair the damages.

Avoid travel if possible and be mindful of the public safety teams closing off roads.

05/27/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Branford Fire Department Responds to Overnight Structure Fire on Short Beach Road

At 12:19 a.m. on May 27, 2026, the Branford Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 156 Short Beach Road.

First arriving crews found a fire in the kitchen area of a single-family residence. Firefighters quickly contained and extinguished the fire, preventing further extension throughout the home.
One occupant was evaluated on scene and transported by Branford Fire EMS to Yale New Haven Hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation.

Units responding included Branford Engines 1, 9, M.P. Rice Hose Co 2, Ladder Truck 1, Medic 1, and Cars 1, 6, 8, and 9. Automatic mutual aid assistance was provided by the East Haven Fire Department and the Guilford Fire Department, who responded to provide Rapid Intervention Team coverage.

There were no firefighter injuries reported.

The fire was determined to be accidental in nature and originated in the microwave oven after combustible materials stored inside ignited.

Media Contact:
Branford Fire Department
45 North Main Street
Branford, CT 06405
(203) 488-7266

05/25/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Overnight Structure Fire at East Main Street Businesses

At approximately 12:45 a.m., the Branford Fire Department responded to 223 East Main Street in Branford for a reported wires down incident.

Arriving crews from Engine 1 encountered primary electrical wires down and actively arcing in the roadway, along with smoke and fire visible from the side of the building extending into the attic space. Due to the conditions found, the incident was immediately upgraded to a structure fire response.

The building housed several occupancies including Baby Bones Barbershop, a day spa business, a vacant commercial space, and a residential occupancy.

Occupants self-evacuated after reportedly being awakened by a transformer explosion.

Witnesses stated they observed an unknown vehicle drive over the downed electrical wires and continue dragging them down the roadway, causing significant arcing before leaving the scene. Video footage obtained by investigators confirmed the account.

The Branford Fire Department reminds the public that driving over or near downed utility wires is extremely dangerous and potentially deadly. All downed wires should be treated as energized, and individuals should immediately notify 911 and avoid the area.

Fire crews forced entry into the structure and conducted an aggressive interior attack, successfully extinguishing the attic fire from below while protecting the adjoining barber shop and residential occupancies from significant damage.

The day spa business and the vacant commercial space sustained significant fire, smoke, and water damage and will remain closed pending repairs. The barber shop and residential occupancy remained occupied.

Responding units included Engines 1, M.P. Rice Hose Co 2, and 9, Truck 1, Medic 1, and Cars 1, 6, and 9. Stony Creek Rescue Fire Company 5 responded to provide station coverage and also handled an additional emergency incident during the operation. Guilford Fire Department responded to the scene as the Rapid Intervention Team.

No injuries were reported.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

In addition to this incident, the Branford Fire Department responded to 10 other emergency calls overnight.

Media Contact:

Branford Fire Department
45 North Main Street
Branford, CT 06405
(203) 488-7266

05/24/2026

05/23/2026

Proud to be of service🫡🐐

Thank you for choosing the Grey Goat for your next calendar photo shoot
Location! 👨🏻‍🚒🗓️

Ok, ok… maybe that’s not entirely true, and maybe instead someone forgot something in the toaster.

We’re not calling anyone out by name, but it rhymes with Ronathan.

Shout out BFD for your prompt response time and professionalism, and getting our folks back to their lunches! We will do better 🤦🏻‍♂️

And shout out to the awesome customers for making the best of it and staring their outdoor picnics early with us.

Who knows, might be the only weather permitting picnic this weekend 🤷🏻‍♂️

Memorial Day is coming in 🔥

05/18/2026

The Branford Fire Department is proud to recognize providers who were invited to the 2026 Yale-CEMS EMS Week Celebration, honoring extraordinary care provided during three separate cardiac arrest incidents in 2025 that resulted in patients making full recoveries and returning home to their families.

These successful outcomes are the result of exceptional clinical care, teamwork, training, composure under pressure, and the dedication our personnel bring to every response. This event brought together more than 250 EMS providers, survivors, and family members to recognize the lifesaving work taking place across our region.

One of the most meaningful moments of the event was having one of the survivors in attendance. After suffering a cardiac arrest while visiting his wife at a nursing facility, he was successfully resuscitated by responding crews and was able to join the celebration in person — a powerful reminder of why this work matters.

We are proud to recognize the following Branford Fire Department members for their role in these saves:

Incident 1 on 8/4/2025:
James Carson
Jason Karpovich
Tyler Mahoney
Joseph Mazzarella
Jeremiah Palmisano

Incident 2 on 12/11/2025:
James Carson
Tyler Mahoney
Mitchell Mako
Dante Ghiroli
Michael Rebmann
Nicholas Antonucci
Tate Barbarotta

Incident 3 on 2/11/2025:
Eleftherios Gionteris
Andrew Raffile

While this recognition highlights these specific incidents, it also reflects the commitment and standard of care delivered by all of our providers every day. Every training evolution, every drill, and every response contributes to moments like these.

Congratulations to all involved and thank you for your dedication to serving our community.

05/16/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-95 South Results in Multiple Injuries

Earlier today, emergency crews responded to a serious multi-vehicle motor vehicle accident on Interstate 95 South between Exits 56 and 55 involving six vehicles and six patients.

Initial reports indicate that one vehicle struck stopped traffic at a high rate of speed, resulting in a chain-reaction crash involving six vehicles.

Initial responding units from the Branford Fire Department included Car 6, Engine 1, Rescue 2, Medic 1, Medic 2 and Medic 3. Additional transporting ambulances were requested from Guilford and North Branford.

A total of six patients were evaluated and transported, two are reported serious but not life-threatening at this time.

All southbound lanes were closed for approximately 45 minutes for emergency crews to operate safely. All lanes are now open.

Additionally, a Fire Captain operating at the scene sustained a dog bite injury. The injury does not appear to be serious, and the Captain continued to work at the scene before later being transported by North Branford Ambulance for medical evaluation The canine involved in the crash also suffered serious injuries and was transported to Cosgrove Animal Shelter for treatment and care.

The incident remains under investigation.

Media Contact:
Branford Fire Department
45 North Main Street
Branford, CT 06405
(203) 488-7266 [email protected]

05/15/2026

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