Center Conway Fire and Rescue

08/25/2026

Training at Cranmore.

06/09/2026

🚤☀️ Warmer weather is here, and more people are enjoying Conway Lake and the S**o River.

Last night, members of Center Conway Fire & Rescue completed our annual water rescue training to ensure we're prepared when emergencies happen.

As you head out on the water, please remember:

• Always wear a life jacket—especially children and non-swimmers.
• Have a properly fitted life preserver for every person on board.
• Never swim or boat alone.
• Be aware that water temperatures can remain dangerously cold, even on warm days.
• Avoid alcohol while boating.
• Keep a close eye on children near the water at all times.
• Check weather and river conditions before heading out.

A few simple precautions can prevent a tragedy and help everyone enjoy a safe summer on the water.

Stay safe and have a great summer!

— Center Conway Fire & Rescue

04/10/2026

Our fire danger is High as well today, please be cautious with your outdoor fires!

⚠️🔥 The predicted fire danger for today, Friday, 4/10, is HIGH for our FDRA (Fire Danger Rating Area).

High (Yellow):
Wildfires are likely. Fires in heavy, continuous fuel such as mature grassland, w**d fields, and forest litter, will be difficult to control under windy conditions. Outdoor burning should be restricted to early morning and late evening hours. Permit is required.

Forest Fire Prevention Tips:

⚠️ Avoid burning on high fire danger days
⚠️ Ensure campfires are completely extinguished. Pour water, stir, repeat.
⚠️ Don’t park on dry grass. Your vehicle’s exhaust could start a fire.
⚠️ Dispose of smoking materials responsibly.

03/25/2026

Our Explorer Post is holding its regular monthly meeting tonight! Anyone interested in joining us are more than welcome to attend!

03/12/2026

It's that time of year again!! The snow is melting, temps are getting warmer and people are getting excited to burn all that brush from our winter storms or last year's yard projects! Here are a couple of reminders before you light off your brush pile:

-Fire permits are required for ALL burning, whether it is the small campfire for your marshmallows or the massive pile of branches you've collected for the past few winters.

-While we're waiting for the rest of the snow remnants to melt, you can burn brush piles without a permit, however, the pile must be surrounded by accumulated snow for 100 feet in any direction. It also still needs to be 50 feet from any structure.

-Furniture, plastics, or trash of any kind are banned from being burned. Please take them to the dump!

New Hampshire Forests & Lands have more rules, regulations and resources on their website, including online permitting: https://www.nhdfl.dncr.nh.gov/forest-protection/fire-permits

You can also get permits written at our fire station at 1593 East Main Street, Center Conway NH. If you have questions about permitting you can reach out to the state DNCR office or call the station at 603-447-5671. If you have concerns about a burn pile you see, please dial 911. Remember, only you can prevent wildfires!

Please be safe and happy burning!

03/10/2026

With warmer temperatures arriving, ice conditions are rapidly changing and could become thin and unsafe. Even ice that appeared solid just days ago may no longer support weight.

Tonight our members completed our annual ice rescue training to stay prepared for these emergencies. Please remember:

• Avoid going out on questionable ice
• Never assume ice is safe just because others were on it earlier
• If someone falls through, call 911 immediately and do not attempt a risky rescue yourself

Cold water can incapacitate in minutes.

Stay safe and use caution around lakes, ponds, and rivers during this transition period. Photos from tonight’s training will be posted below.

03/04/2026

We’re happy to announce that starting this spring, Center Conway Fire Rescue will be offering free, voluntary fire safety surveys of homes and apartments located in the Center Conway Fire Precinct!

This will give the homeowner or tenant a review of the current fire safety systems and any other recommendations we can provide to strengthen the safety of your home.

For any questions or to schedule a time for your safety survey, please call the station at 603-447-5671, or message our page!

01/01/2026

Our crews here at Center Conway Fire had a busy 2025 with a record-breaking 525 calls for service. This number breaks our previous record in 2024 of 482 calls for service.

We hope everyone has a safe and happy 2026! And as always, if you need help in an emergency, do not hesitate to dial 911.

11/25/2025

Thank you Steve Snow for another job well done!

11/11/2025

Last night the Center Conway Fire and Rescue department performed their annual chimney fire / ground ladder training. Special thanks to our neighbors from the North Conway Firefighters Association for bringing Tower 2 to assist with training on aerial operations.

Chimney fires can quickly extend into your homes, in some cases causing irreplaceable damage or even total losses if not stopped quickly.

Reminder to have your chimneys cleaned and serviced annually, your first service call should not be the fire department!