Stoddard Fire & Rescue

05/22/2026

Saturday MODERATE Fire Danger
Sunday LOW Fire Danger

Please burn safely, have a water source nearby and never leave unattended!

Enjoy this holiday weekend and take a moment to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

05/20/2026

HIGH FIRE DANGER TODAY
No burning allowed during the day, only after 5pm. Gusty winds today and temps in the 80s.

05/19/2026

May 17th marked the beginning of National EMS Week 2026 - SFRD is grateful for the providers who serve our community.

Thank you to those whose entire EMS career has been with SFRD, those who have joined us and shared their experience from other agencies, and those who have since retired or taken on a scene support role after many years as a provider.

We recognize the following members for their level and years of licensure, many of whom also share a dual role as firefighters:

PJ Lamothe: EMT 1980
Alan Merrill: EMR 2000 / EMT 2006
Margo Santoro: EMT 2006
Colleen Durward: EMT 2011 / AEMT 2017 / Paramedic 2026
Kendra Melamed: EMT 2019 / AEMT 2024
Liam Edson: EMT 2019
Brandi Hayes: EMT 2020 / AEMT 2026
Steph Houghton: EMT 2021 / AEMT 2024
Ian Ward: EMT 2026

05/17/2026

We had a fantastic training yesterday with multiple towns and agencies. Cheshire County EMS American Red Cross of Northern New England

Thank you to the Healys for the use of their property.

Thank you to the Whitney Road Association residents for your patience and understanding.

Thank you to Joe and Dave for spearheading this great event.

Thank you WMUR-TV and The Keene Sentinel for media coverage.

https://www.wmur.com/article/firefighters-brush-up-on-skills-as-drought-lingers/71326275?fbclid=IwZnRzaAR2r-pleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeNHpIpnFVE71UwzsSncidmrdBpX7UxN7GlbImed8BqBULHAfS5ta2TzbAKHs_aem_YWdncwCapnoWe7gLQK0CkVVxwyVz&brid=YWdncwHiG2NzWoWPWcXSYsHfTiEi

While recent rain has helped the ongoing drought, dry conditions are still increasing the risk and severity of wildfires. That is why a group of firefighters took the day on Saturday to refresh some of their skills.

05/13/2026

Forestry Training | Saturday May 16

Starting at 7:00 AM, there will be a heavy fire apparatus and personnel presence at the beginning of Whitney Road for a multi-town forestry training exercise. Please use caution when entering and exiting the road. Every effort will be made to minimize disruptions for residents. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Send a message to learn more

05/12/2026

HIGH FIRE DANGER

Gusty winds today which will increase risk of wildfires. Please no burning during the day. Stay safe!

05/03/2026

We would like to congratulate one of your own, Colleen Durward, as she passed the NREMT today and is now a paramedic! Congratulations on all your hard work.

05/01/2026

LOW FIRE DANGER - SATURDAY

MODERATE FIRE DANGER - SUNDAY

Permits are required - please be safe!

Enjoy the weekend!

04/30/2026

LOW FIRE DANGER TODAY!

Thankful for the rain... please burn safely, never leave unattended, water source nearby, AND have a permit!

04/28/2026

NO BURNING ALLOWED!

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Gray ME
659 AM EDT Tue Apr 28 2026

NHZ007-008-010>015-290000-
Sullivan-Merrimack-Strafford-Cheshire-Eastern Hillsborough-Interior Rockingham-Coastal Rockingham-Western And Central Hillsborough-
Including the cities of Claremont, Concord, Rochester, Keene, Manchester, Nashua, Derry, Portsmouth, and Milford
..Elevated Fire Weather Danger Predicted Today...

A very dry air mass and breezy conditions will combine with dead and dry fuels such as grass, leaves, and twigs to create the potential for uncontrolled fire spread across southern New Hampshire today. Afternoon relative humidity values will decrease to low levels between 25-35 percent away from the coastline. At the same time, southeasterly winds between 5-15 mph with frequent gusts to 20-25 mph will continue to dry fuels and increase fire spread potential. Wind gusts are expected to diminish later this evening with increasing relative humidity values.

Extra caution should be taken to prevent wildfires. Always consult with fire officials before engaging in any open burning activities and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Never leave an open fire unattended and always extinguish campfires completely before leaving.