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Cambridge MA Fire Department Welcome to the City of Cambridge, Massachusetts Fire Department - a Class 1 all hazards/all service Fire Department. This page is not monitored 24/7. Mahoney.

The Cambridge Fire Department was established by an act of the state legislature on March 17, 1832 with a suppression force of 6 engines and 1 ladder truck. Today the Department is a professional organization which provides fire protection, emergency medical service, heavy rescue service, and protection to the environment. The Cambridge Fire Department is staffed by 274 sworn members and 8 civilian members under command of Chief Engineer Gerard E. The Department is a member of Boston Metrofire, the Boston area mutual aid network. Thirty-four cities and towns, including Massport, participate in Metrofire. The Department consists of 2 Fire Suppression Divisions and 4 Staff Divisions. Suppression companies operate from 8 fire houses strategically located throughout the city. The Fire Investigation Unit investigates undetermined, suspicious, and incendiary fires. The sworn members of the department maintain membership in Local 30, International Association of Firefighters, Professional Firefighters of Massachusetts, AFL/CIO/CLC. Local 30 is the oldest local in the Commonwealth. Headquarters: 491 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

•Chief Engineer: Gerard E. Mahoney
• Assistant Chief: Thomas Cahill
• Assistant Chief: John J. Cotter
•Administration: 12
•EPAC: 3
•Fire Prevention: 6
•Technical Management: 5
•Training: 3
•Fire Suppression: 255

Congratulations to Our Newly Promoted Lieutenant The Cambridge Fire Department is proud to announce the promotion of Mic...
10/16/2026

Congratulations to Our Newly Promoted Lieutenant

The Cambridge Fire Department is proud to announce the promotion of Michael Dwyer to the rank of Lieutenant, effective October 18, 2026

Please join us in congratulating Lieutenant Dwyer on this well-earned achievement. We wish Lieutenant Dwyer continued success as he takes on a new leadership role within the Cambridge Fire Department.

Congratulations and stay safe!

Training As this week comes to an end members of the Cambridge Fire Department have been sharpening their skills through...
10/16/2026

Training
As this week comes to an end members of the Cambridge Fire Department have been sharpening their skills through Special Operations training focused on high-angle rescue and rope systems.

Preparing for these challenging rescues is essential to safe and successful outcomes. We are fortunate to have our training building in East Cambridge, where members can practice these critical skills in a realistic, controlled environment.

Thank you to our members for their continued commitment to training, teamwork, and serving our community.

37th Annual Firefighter of the Year Awards Ceremony HonoreeFirefighter Anthony Cyrus of Engine Company 5, who also serve...
10/14/2026

37th Annual Firefighter of the Year Awards Ceremony Honoree

Firefighter Anthony Cyrus of Engine Company 5, who also serves as an instructor at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy, will be honored at the 37th Annual Firefighter of the Year Awards Ceremony.

On April 7, 2026, Firefighter Cyrus was part of a team that provided exceptional pre-hospital care to a staff member who suffered a severe injury on campus. State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine has determined that the team’s actions warrant recognition.

Firefighter Cyrus’s actions reflect the highest traditions and values of the Cambridge Fire Department. We congratulate Anthony and his fellow team members on this well-deserved recognition.

The ceremony will take place on Monday, November 23, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Mechanics Hall in Worcester.

Lieutenant Hugh Devlin and Temporary Lieutenant Cameron Monagle recently participated in Career Day at Cambridge Rindge ...
10/08/2026

Lieutenant Hugh Devlin and Temporary Lieutenant Cameron Monagle recently participated in Career Day at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.

During the event, Lt. Devlin and T/Lt. Monagle had the opportunity to speak with many Cambridge students about the benefits of working for the City of Cambridge and the rewarding opportunities available through a career in the fire service.

The Cambridge Fire Department remains committed to engaging with our community’s youth, promoting career opportunities, and inspiring the next generation of Cambridge firefighters.

Thank you to Cambridge Rindge and Latin School for the opportunity to connect with our future workforce!

Retirement — Lieutenant William J. BarryEffective September 30, 2026, at 0700 hours, Lieutenant William J. Barry retired...
10/01/2026

Retirement — Lieutenant William J. Barry

Effective September 30, 2026, at 0700 hours, Lieutenant William J. Barry retired from the Cambridge Fire Department.

Appointed on November 14, 2004, Lieutenant Barry faithfully served the City of Cambridge for nearly 22 years, working out of multiple fire stations throughout his career.

We thank Lieutenant Barry for his years of dedicated service, his ability to remain calm and take control of challenging situations, and his attention to detail in keeping his stations and equipment clean and organized.

Please join us in wishing Lieutenant Barry (AKA Billy B) a long, healthy, and enjoyable retirement

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09/24/2026
Bystander CPR can mean the difference between life and death.When someone experiences cardiac arrest, every second count...
09/18/2026

Bystander CPR can mean the difference between life and death.

When someone experiences cardiac arrest, every second counts. Immediate CPR helps keep blood and oxygen flowing until first responders arrive, significantly improving the person’s chance of survival.

Don’t be afraid to act—call 911, begin chest compressions, and use an AED if one is available. Your actions could save a life.

On September 17, 2026, members of the Cambridge Fire Department, alongside our partners at Pro EMS and Avive Solutions, provided free CPR and AED training to more than 200 Cambridge residents and visitors.

Special thanks to Captain Walsh, Firefighter Jose Lora, Firefighter Nicholas Menard, Pro EMS, and Avive Solutions for supporting this important community initiative

COMMUNITY CPR/AED TRAINING DAYThe Cambridge Fire Department and Avive Solutions, Inc. are partnering to host a FREE Comm...
09/16/2026

COMMUNITY CPR/AED TRAINING DAY
The Cambridge Fire Department and Avive Solutions, Inc. are partnering to host a FREE Community CPR & AED Training Day on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the Smith Campus Center in Harvard Square at 10:00

COMMUNITY CPR/AED TRAINING DAYThe Cambridge Fire Department and Avive Solutions, Inc. are partnering to host a FREE Comm...
09/15/2026

COMMUNITY CPR/AED TRAINING DAY

The Cambridge Fire Department and Avive Solutions, Inc. are partnering to host a FREE Community CPR & AED Training Day on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the Smith Campus Center in Harvard Square.

Members of the public, students, faculty, and staff are invited to stop by and learn lifesaving skills that can make a difference during a cardiac emergency.

Thursday, September 17, 2026
Starting at 10:00 AM
Smith Campus Center
1350 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA

Participants will receive hands-on training in CPR and the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) using 25 Avive Connect AEDs and CPR manikins provided by Avive Solutions.
Sponsored by
• Cambridge Fire Department
• Avive Solutions
• Pro EMS
• Crimson EMS

Cardiac arrest can happen anywhere. Knowing CPR and how to use an AED can help save a life.

Come by, get hands-on experience, and learn skills that could help you save a family member, friend, coworker, or neighbor.

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02138

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