Sunapee Fire Department

05/30/2026

Sunapee Tanker 4 responded to the scene and assisted by supplying water to crews extinguishing the fire.

Sunapee Tanker 4 returned to town at 7:00 AM.

05/24/2026

SUNAPEE FIRE DEPARTMENT PRESS/MEDIA RELEASE

INCIDENT TYPE: 1st Alarm Building Fire
INCIDENT DATE: 5/23/2026
INCIDENT TIME: 22:12
INCIDENT LOCATION: Lake Ave - Sunapee
SUNAPEE APPARATUS ON SCENE: Engine 2
INCIDENT COMMANDER: Lieutenant Timothy White

On Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 at 22:12, the Sunapee Fire Department, along with mutual aid from New London and Springfield, were dispatched to a residence on Lake Avenue in Sunapee for a reported smoke condition inside a residence.

While fire personnel were still responding to the station, officers from the Sunapee Police Department arrived on scene at 22:14 and advised responding units of a visible smoke condition inside the residence along with a strong odor of smoke. Due to these initial reports, additional mutual aid resources including Newport Ladder 3 and Croydon Tanker 2 were requested.

Sunapee Engine 2 arrived on scene at 22:20 and reported nothing showing from the exterior of a large two-story wood-frame residence. However, upon making entry, Sunapee Fire personnel confirmed a moderate smoke condition and odor inside the home. Firefighters immediately began investigating the source while mutual aid companies continued to the scene.

Sunapee Fire was assisted on scene by New London Engine 1, Springfield Tanker 1, Newport Ladder 3, Croydon Tanker 2, and New London Ambulance 4.

After a thorough investigation, fire personnel determined the cause of the smoke to be an issue with the home’s HVAC system. Once the source was identified, the incident was declared under control at 22:45, and crews began ventilating the residence to remove the smoke and odor.

All Sunapee Fire and mutual aid units cleared the scene at 23:13.

This incident highlights the importance of having properly working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home, as well as the importance of evacuating quickly anytime there is a possible emergency.

It also demonstrates the critical role mutual aid plays in protecting our community.

As a primarily on-call (volunteer) fire department, and with this incident occurring during a holiday weekend, the Sunapee Fire Department only had six personnel available to respond. Strong relationships with our surrounding mutual aid departments are essential to ensuring the highest level of service to the residents and visitors of Sunapee.

We would like to sincerely thank New London, Springfield, Newport, Croydon, and New London Ambulance for their assistance last night.

Press Release Submitted by Lieutenant/Public Information Officer Timothy White
603-558-7929
[email protected]

05/23/2026

🚑 Hands-Only CPR Class Today 🚑

Today, Saturday, May 23rd, from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, the Sunapee Fire Department will be hosting a FREE Hands-Only CPR Class at the Sunapee Fire Station as part of a statewide initiative to better educate the general public on how to perform CPR.

Learning CPR can help save a life during a cardiac emergency before first responders arrive. We encourage all residents and visitors to attend this important community training opportunity.

To sign up and RSVP, please visit: https://cprchallengenh.com/rsvp/141

Walk-ins are also welcome!

📍 Sunapee Fire Station
🕛 Today from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Learn life-saving Hands-Only CPR in just 15 minutes during EMS Week 2026. Free trainings across all five NH Executive Council districts. No experience needed.

05/21/2026

SUNAPEE FIRE DEPARTMENT PRESS/MEDIA RELEASE

INCIDENT TYPE: Brush Fire
INCIDENT DATE: 5/21/2026
INCIDENT TIME: 12:55
INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 89
SUNAPEE APPARATUS ON SCENE: Forestry 6, Tanker 4
INCIDENT COMMANDER: Lieutenant Timothy White

On Thursday, May 21st, 2026 at 12:55 PM, the Sunapee Fire Department, along with mutual aid from the New London Fire Department, was dispatched to Interstate 89 for a reported brush fire in the median.

Due to New London Dispatch receiving multiple and conflicting location reports regarding the exact location of the fire, both Sunapee Fire and New London Fire were toned to ensure a rapid response.

Sunapee Forestry 6 arrived on scene at 1:06 PM and located an approximately 30x30 area actively burning in the median near the Sunapee/Springfield town line. Forestry 6’s crew quickly deployed a hose line and began extinguishment efforts. Crews from the New London Fire Department continued to the scene to assist with final extinguishment operations.

The fire was declared under control at 1:12 PM. Crews remained on scene extinguishing hot spots and checking the surrounding area to ensure no further fire spread. All units cleared the scene at approximately 1:30 PM.

Immediately after clearing the brush fire, Sunapee Fire units were toned to a medical emergency in Georges Mills.

At the time of this writing, the Sunapee Fire Department has responded to three calls for service today (5/21/26) within the Town of Sunapee, including two medical emergencies and this brush fire incident.

We would like to recognize and thank all of our members for their continued commitment, dedication, and willingness to answer the call to serve the residents and visitors of Sunapee — no matter the time or circumstance.

Press Release Submitted by Lieutenant/Public Information Officer Timothy White
603-558-7929
[email protected]

05/21/2026

🚨 NOW RECRUITING: JOIN THE SUNAPEE FIRE DEPARTMENT 🚨

Your community needs you.

The Sunapee Fire Department is looking for motivated individuals to join our team as On-Call Firefighters/EMS Responders and help serve the Town of Sunapee.

Every year, the Sunapee Fire Department responds to more than 700 emergency calls ranging from medical emergencies and motor vehicle accidents to structure fires, water rescues, public safety incidents, and more. As a primarily on-call (volunteer) fire department, we depend on community members who are willing to step up and answer the call when emergencies happen.

When someone calls 911 in Sunapee, there is a good chance that a neighbor, friend, coworker, or someone from right here in the community is responding to help.

We are currently looking for individuals who want to make a difference and become part of something bigger than themselves.

Minimum Requirements:
✔ Must be at least 18 years old
✔ Must possess a valid driver’s license
✔ Must pass a criminal background check upon hiring
✔ Must live within Sunapee / Georges Mills

No prior fire or EMS experience is required — training opportunities are available for the right candidates.

Interested in joining our team?

Contact Lieutenant Timothy White:

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: 603-763-5770

If no one answers, please leave a message and we will return your call as soon as possible.

Be the person who answers the call when your community needs help most.

Join the Sunapee Fire Department today.

05/20/2026

The Sunapee Fire Department would like to inform residents and visitors that the current fire danger within our area has been upgraded to HIGH. Due to the elevated risk of wildfires and rapidly spreading brush fires, all outside burning within the Town of Sunapee is prohibited until further notice.

Even small fires can quickly spread under current conditions and pose a serious threat to lives, property, and natural resources. We ask everyone to please use caution and avoid any activity that could create sparks or ignite dry vegetation.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping keep our community safe. Please continue to monitor for updates, and if you see smoke or fire, call 911 immediately.

05/20/2026

Volunteers Needed: Join the Board of Firewards
The Town of Sunapee is seeking residents interested in serving on the Board of Firewards.

The Board of Firewards is responsible for the policy oversight and governance of the Sunapee Fire Department.

The Firewards are responsible for policy and oversight of the Department and appoint the Fire Chief, who oversees the organizational and administrative operations of the Department, including the appointment of firefighters and other Fire Department employees.

Residents with an interest in public service, governance, leadership, and supporting emergency services are encouraged to apply.

A Volunteer Interest Form is included with this announcement (Completed written forms should be returned to the Town Manager’s Office.)

Thank you for your interest in serving the Sunapee community.

05/20/2026

On Tuesday, May 19th, members of the Sunapee Fire Department conducted department training focused on First Due Operations. “First Due” refers to the firefighters and apparatus that are first to arrive on the scene of an emergency and are responsible for quickly assessing the situation, establishing priorities, and beginning critical emergency operations.

During the training, members practiced responding to different types of emergency incidents, pulling hose lines, and flowing water to strengthen operational readiness and teamwork. Firefighters trained with Rescue 1, Engine 2, and Tanker 4 while working through realistic scenarios designed to prepare crews for the wide range of emergencies we respond to throughout the community.

During the training, Sunapee Fire was also dispatched to a motor vehicle collision on Route 11 near Trow Hill, highlighting the importance of maintaining preparedness and being ready to respond at a moment’s notice.

A special thank you to Abbott Library for allowing us to utilize their parking lots for training. We greatly appreciate the continued support from our community partners!

05/19/2026

SUNAPEE FIRE DEPARTMENT PRESS/MEDIA RELEASE

INCIDENT TYPE: 1st Alarm Structure Fire
INCIDENT DATE: 5/19/2026
INCIDENT TIME: 08:25
INCIDENT LOCATION: Birch Point Road
SUNAPEE APPARATUS ON SCENE: Car 1, Engine 2, Tanker 4
INCIDENT COMMANDER: Lieutenant Timothy White

On Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, at 08:25, the Sunapee Fire Department was dispatched to an address on Birch Point Road in Sunapee for a reported possible building fire with smoke inside the residence. Mutual aid was requested from the New London, Newport, and Springfield Fire Departments.

Sunapee Car 1 arrived on scene at 08:32 and reported a two-story wood-frame residence with nothing showing from two sides and confirmed that all occupants had safely evacuated the home. Lieutenant Timothy White established Birch Point Command and completed a 360-degree size-up of the structure. While no visible fire or smoke was observed from the exterior, a light smoke condition was identified inside the residence, and the fire alarm system was actively sounding.

Sunapee Engine 2 and Tanker 4 arrived shortly thereafter, and crews made entry into the residence to investigate the source of the smoke condition. Firefighters quickly determined the issue to be related to a malfunction involving the home’s furnace/boiler system, which had caused smoke to accumulate inside the structure.

New London Engine 1 continued to the scene to assist Sunapee crews with ventilation operations, while all other mutual aid units were canceled prior to arrival.

The incident was placed under control at 08:45, and all units cleared the scene at 09:05.

The Sunapee Fire Department would like to remind residents that if smoke or an odor of smoke is present inside your home and the cause is unknown, immediately evacuate and call 911 from a safe location.

Press Release Submitted by Lieutenant/Public Information Officer Timothy White
603-558-7929
[email protected]

05/18/2026

On Monday, May 18th, members of the Sunapee Fire Department responded mutual aid to the Town of Grantham for a 2nd Alarm brush fire.

Sunapee Forestry 6, Tanker 4, and the Argo ATV responded to the scene to assist with suppression efforts. Upon arrival, Sunapee firefighters were assigned to the upper division of the fire, where crews worked alongside mutual aid partners to contain and fully extinguish the fire.