Paxton Fire Dept.

08/29/2026

Our crews have been busy helping some of Paxton Fire’s newest Firefighter/EMTs sharpen their skills! 🚒🔥

Recent training has included the team approach to cardiac arrest ❤️‍🩹, quality bedside care 🩺, patient handoff reports 📋, and ambulance-driving operations 🚑.

Today, Group 2 put our rookies through a reverse serpentine course with the ambulances—preparing them to safely back down some of Paxton’s long and winding driveways. Anyone can drive forward… backing up is where the real fun begins! 🚑↩️

Great work by our probies and the experienced members helping them along the way! 👏 Strong crews are built through training, teamwork, and plenty of practice. 💪

08/28/2026

🌳 Earlier this week, Paxton Fire crews responded to the area of 64 Pleasant Street after a large oak tree fell across the roadway, completely blocking traffic and trapping a midsize SUV in the debris.

Fortunately, the vehicle’s occupant was uninjured. Firefighters provided patient care, managed traffic, and assisted with removing the vehicle from the brush. MassDOT cleared the roadway, while the Paxton Light Department assessed the nearby utility lines.

🚒 A great coordinated effort by everyone involved!

08/28/2026

🚒 Response to Paxton Center School 🚒

Earlier today, 8/28/2026, the Paxton Fire Department responded to Paxton Center School after a light ballast in the music room malfunctioned, causing a minor smoke condition around a ceiling light fixture.
School staff acted immediately, following established emergency procedures and safely evacuating all students and staff from the building. We commend the faculty and staff for their quick actions and professionalism, which ensured a smooth and orderly evacuation.
Firefighters investigated the issue, confirmed it was isolated to the light fixture, and coordinated with maintenance personnel to have an electrician address the problem.

✅ No injuries were reported.
✅ At no time was there a hazard to students or staff.
✅ Classes resumed after an approximately one-hour delay.

Preparedness matters, and today's response demonstrated the value of practiced emergency procedures and strong cooperation between school staff and emergency responders.

Chief Michael Pingitore
Paxton Fire Department 🚒👨‍🚒

08/26/2026

Our friend Heidi caught these two guys from Group 3 in the wild today. We assume installing red reflective house numbers, however they may have just been wandering the neighborhood playing with a drill, we’re not sure 🤔… Thanks for the pics and the numbers look fantastic! Numbered houses help us find you faster in an emergency.

08/21/2026

🚨 Carbon Monoxide Incident at Soccer Asylum Safely Resolved 🚨
This morning, after responding to a water-related issue on Monticello Drive, the Paxton Fire Department was notified of a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm activation at Soccer Asylum, 603 Pleasant Street.
Upon arrival, firefighters discovered elevated levels of carbon monoxide throughout the building. Staff at Soccer Asylum acted quickly and safely by evacuating everyone from the facility before fire crews arrived.
Firefighters immediately began ventilating the building and investigating the source of the CO. It was determined that the carbon monoxide was being produced by a gasoline-powered pressure washer being used indoors by a contractor working on pool restoration. Due to the size of the building and the amount of CO present, crews worked for over an hour to clear the dangerous gas from the facility.
To assist with ventilation efforts, command staff requested a large truck-mounted fan from the Fitchburg Fire Department. We would also like to thank Spencer Fire/EMS for providing town coverage while Paxton crews remained committed to the incident.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Two individuals were evaluated on scene by Paxton Fire Department EMS personnel but declined transport to the hospital.
⚠️ Carbon Monoxide Safety Reminder ⚠️
Carbon monoxide is often called the "silent killer" because it is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas that can quickly become deadly in enclosed spaces.
✅ Never operate gasoline-powered equipment, generators, pressure washers, or other fuel-burning engines inside buildings, garages, or enclosed areas.
✅ Ensure your home and business have working carbon monoxide detectors on every level and outside sleeping areas.
✅ Test CO alarms regularly and replace batteries as recommended.
✅ If a CO alarm sounds or you suspect carbon monoxide exposure, move to fresh air immediately and call 9-1-1.
Common symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include: • Headache • Dizziness • Weakness • Nausea • Confusion • Shortness of breath
The Paxton Fire Department would like to thank the Soccer Asylum staff for their quick actions, as well as our mutual aid partners for their assistance. Quick evacuation and functioning CO detection equipment helped ensure a safe outcome for everyone involved.

Fitchburg Fire Department Spencer Fire & Emergency Services

08/21/2026

🔥 Fire Safety + Summer Fun! 🚒💦

We had a great day working with these kiddos and staff members on fire safety and preparedness! Lots of learning, lots of smiles, and of course, you can’t have a fire department visit without having a little fun with the water! 💦🚒

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08/08/2026

At 2220 hours Friday August 7th the Paxton Fire Department responded to a second alarm fire on Holden Road. See the press release below. Please keep the affected family in your thoughts. We would like to thank our mutual aid partners and in town partners for their assistance: Holden Fire Department Rutland Fire Department - Rutland MA Spencer Fire & Emergency Services Leicester EMS Town of Leicester Fire Department West Boylston Fire Department Oakham Fire Department Sterling, MA Fire Department Central Mass Sparks Association - Rehab 78 Worcester Fire Department Princeton Fire Department - MA Brookfield Fire Department Charlton Fire Department - MA Paxton Municipal Light Department - PMLD Paxton MA Police Department Wachusett Regional Emergency Communications CenterOxford Fire & Emergency Services

08/02/2026

🚒 Where Have We Been? 🚒
If you've noticed we've been a little quiet on social media lately, don't worry, we've been busy doing firefighter things.
Over the last month we've responded to EMS calls, car accidents, flooded basements, and plenty of other surprises that like to keep us from sitting still. We've also enjoyed helping local summer campers stay cool, teaching fire safety, and partnering with the Paxton Garden Club at their inaugural Farmers Market.
Speaking of things popping up around town...
👀 Have you noticed those fancy new reflective address signs at your neighbors' homes?
Don't be the house that makes first responders play "Guess That Driveway" at 2 AM.
For just a $20 donation to the Paxton Firefighters Association, you can join the neighborhood's "cool kids club" and make your address easy to spot when seconds matter.
📧 [email protected]�📞 508-793-3163 (leave a voicemail)
Thanks for your support, Paxton. We promise we'll post more often... unless another flooded basement has other plans. 🚒💦😄
Paxton Fire Fighters Association

07/05/2026

Paxton Fire Department crews operated at a brush fire on the southern slope of Asnebumskit Hill today. The fire was small and contained at this time. However due to the isolated area of the fire crews had to resort to walking quite a distance with pump cans and hand tools into the scene to fight the fire.

07/05/2026