Fitchburg Fire Department

06/06/2026

Congratulations to Fitchburg Firefighters Connor Caisse, Sean Donelan, Anthony Russo, Danny Sanchez, and Peter Selig on their graduation yesterday from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy’s Career Recruit Firefighter Training Program Class #339.

Over the past several months, these individuals have dedicated themselves to the demanding process of becoming career firefighters. Through countless hours of hands-on training in fire suppression, search and rescue, hazardous materials response, firefighter survival, and teamwork under pressure, they have built the skills needed to serve our community.

Congratulations Firefighters Caisse, Donelan, Russo, Sanchez, and Selig!

06/05/2026

06/05/2026
14:24

Earlier this afternoon, Group 1 companies were dispatched for the report of a possible residential building fire in the Bemis Rd area. First arriving crews reported a large amount of heavy fire showing from the front and side of the building. Crews immediately deployed multiple attack lines, established a water supply, and gained access to the roof via aerial ladder. The fire was quickly knocked down before overhaul operations conducted. The fire caused extensive damage to the main residence as well as siding on an adjacent exposure. The incident went to a working fire.

No injuries were reported.

6 residents were displaced.

We would like to thank our neighboring communities for their assistance during the incident on scene and with city coverage.

06/04/2026

05/31/2026

All are welcome to join us Sunday June 14th at 10:30 AM at the Upper Common for our annual Firefighter Memorial Sunday. This annual tradition honors the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to service.

We look forward to seeing you there!

05/29/2026

Congratulations to Lieutenant Gelinas on his retirement after nearly 33 years of service to the City of Fitchburg.

We thank you for your dedication, leadership, and commitment to our city. His knowledge, experience, and mentorship have left a lasting impact on our department.

Best wishes for a well-earned retirement!

05/20/2026

The Fitchburg Fire Department is very proud to announce the promotion of Firefighter May to the rank of Lieutenant!

Lieutenant May has demonstrated a strong commitment to our department, and the residents of the City of Fitchburg throughout his career. This promotion reflects his hard work, professionalism, and dedication to serving our community.

Congratulations Lieutenant May!

05/19/2026

05/19/2026
04:59

This morning, Group 3 companies responded to a residence in the Wanoosnoc Rd area for the report of a fire on a porch. First arriving crews reported fire and smoke coming from the porch and quickly deployed attack lines. Prior arriving crews established a water supply and gained access to the roof via aerial. Companies were able to quickly extinguish the fire, but remained on scene for extensive overhaul due to extension into the roof.

There were no injuries reported and 6 residents were displaced due to the incident.

We thank our neighboring communities who assisted us mutual aid.

05/16/2026

This afternoon, members of FFD had the chance to stop by Konnor’s lemonade stand and yard sale on Marshall Street to help support his trip to the AAU Junior Olympic Flag Football Tournament in Iowa.

Thank you Konnor and family for having us, the lemonade was great! Best of luck at the tournament Konnor!