Tamworth Fire/Rescue Department

Tamworth Fire/Rescue Department Provides fire and EMS to the town and its residents. We don’t sell or send patches. The town of Tamworth is located in central NH in Carroll County.

It is 122 Miles N of Boston, Massachusetts, 213 Miles SE of Montreal, Canada and 212 Miles NE of Albany New York. Tamworth is nestled between the Mount Washington Valley and the Lakes Region. The Town is at the southern edge of the White Mountains and is best characterized as the Gateway to the White Mountains. In addition, Tamworth is a popular vacation destination for many offering many camping,

and recreational opportunities. The community is spread over 60 square miles with diverse geography, ranging from numerous water bodies to mountainous topography. Tamworth Fire- Rescue is an all hazards, combination department of 32 members. The Fire Chief is the only career member, with 31 paid on-call members. Our department has 21 that are certified to FF I, and 10 of them are certified to FF II. We also currently have a total of 13EMT's (1 EMR, 5 EMT,6 AEMT, and 1 Paramedic). Additionally, a total of 9 members are cross trained duel certified FF/EMTS. Tamworth Fire merged with the Tamworth Rescue Squad in 2017, brining EMS only personnel to the department in the form of 5 EMT's, and 1 AEMT. Tamworth Fire- Rescue is 100% compliant with the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and operates according to the Incident Command System. Tamworth Fire- Rescue's first due area covers 163 Sq. miles, including 20 Sq. Miles of the White Mountain National Forest, with 7300 Permanent resident and seasonal population increasing by over 18,000 people. Tamworth Fire- Rescue provides on-call coverage 365/24/7 for fire suppression, BLS/ ALS EMS, rescue operations, hazmat, fire prevention programs, search and rescue services, and Technical Rescue. Tamworth Fire-Rescue belongs to Ossipee Valley Mutual Aid Association and provides services to the Lakes Region Mutual Fire Aid as well. The Ossipee Valley Mutual Aid Association serves 12 Communities spread over 2 Counties covering 530.6 square miles. The Ossipee Valley Mutual Aid Association serves a year-round population of 42,944 and protects $8.3 billion dollars of property value. The Lakes Region Mutual Fire Aid association serves a population of 118,757 year-round over a 1,494 square miles area. The Fire Department operates out of 4 stations located in each borough. The Tamworth Central Station located in the Village acts as the headquarters with the Wonalancet, Chocorua, and South Tamworth stations serving as a substation. In 2019 we answered 563 calls for service in our first due area to include: 14 structure fires, 34 false alarms/ good intent calls, 2 vehicle fire, 3 vegetation fires, 365 EMS response, 42 motor vehicle accidents, 31 other rescue incidents, 22 Hazmat, 35 service calls, and 15 other incidents. In addition, mutual aid was received 13 times, and mutual aid was provided to other communities 23 times

05/10/2026

Happy Mothers Day!!

Coffee is brewing and pancakes are on. Come on down for Mothers Day Breakfast at Runnells Hall now till 11.

05/06/2026
Tonight we conducted snowmobile rescue training with surrounding departments. This training is vital to keep skills shar...
02/27/2026

Tonight we conducted snowmobile rescue training with surrounding departments. This training is vital to keep skills sharp and teach new members how to operate on these challenging rescues. Thanks to all that came out to this training and a big thanks to our volunteer "victims" who allowed us to have a realistic training environment; Craig, Mark, Brian, Bob, and Brady.

Departments Present: Tamworth, West Ossipee, Madison Fire Rescue & Emergency Management, Freedom NH Fire Department

Today, the engines were all pump tested to make sure they were all set and pumping up to their requirements. Thanks to L...
11/06/2025

Today, the engines were all pump tested to make sure they were all set and pumping up to their requirements. Thanks to Lakes Region Fire Apparatus Inc employee Jim for getting these photos for us as he was testing the trucks for us.

Today the fire department along with Tamworth NH Police Department and Action Ambulance Service Inc. went to the Tamwort...
11/05/2025

Today the fire department along with Tamworth NH Police Department and Action Ambulance Service Inc. went to the Tamworth Preschool for a Touch a Truck. The kids got to check out all the vehicles and ask any questions.

10/29/2025

The burn ban has been lifted. Permits will be issued again. It is still imperative to be careful while kindling a fire.

Burn ban is still on, even with the rain we just received.
09/27/2025

Burn ban is still on, even with the rain we just received.

09/22/2025

⛔️STATEWIDE BURNING BAN IS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE! In Effingham, this includes campgrounds⛔️

On Monday, September 22, 2025, the Governor’s Proclamation prohibiting open fires and smoking in and near woodlands will take effect.

This was done because of the fire conditions we have and will continue to have well into Fall.

The drought conditions are severe across the state and wildfire indices are at the point where mop-up operations are extensive and the potential for large fire activity exists.

What prohibitions are contained in the Proclamation?

❗️it shall be unlawful for any person in the State to:

🛑Kindle any open fire, including fires built for camping, the burning of debris, or warming, but the following shall be excluded from these restrictions:

▪ Training fires conducted under the direct control and supervision of qualified instructors at a training facility operated by a fire department or government entity; Provided, that a permit for such training fires is obtained from the Division of Forests and Lands prior to burning.

▪ Category I “campfires” contained within fire resistive rings at public or private campgrounds that have permanent staff on site; Provided, that a permit for such Category I fires is obtained from the Division of Forests and
Lands prior to burning. (*Effingham is prohibiting these fires as well, even though they may be exempt from the State ban)

▪ Liquid fueled gas grills, lanterns or liquid-fueled gas fire stoves.

🛑 Smoking a pipe, cigar and/or cigarette outdoors in or near woodlands, or on public
trails.

Persons guilty of violating the proclamation, or burning with a permit can be issued a warning, misdemeanor, violation or Administrative summons with fine amounts up to $2,000.

09/18/2025

With the continuance of drought conditions ALL outside burning will be banned in the Town of Tamworth till conditions improve.

Address

132 Chinook Trail
Tamworth, NH
03886

Telephone

+16033238874

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