Woodstock Fire/EMS

04/08/2026

Prescribed Burn Notice – Pomfret/Woodstock Line (Route 12)

The Forest Service will be conducting a prescribed burn in the area of the Appalachian Trail trailhead on Route 12 along the Pomfret/Woodstock town line. This work is tentatively scheduled to begin tomorrow, April 9, and may continue for several days, potentially extending into next week.

Important Information:

Portions of the area may be closed to the public for several days to ensure safety.
Please watch for posted warning signs along nearby roadways before and during burn operations.
Smoke may be visible in the surrounding area during the burns.
All activities are weather-dependent and may be postponed or canceled if conditions are not suitable.

We appreciate your understanding as these prescribed burns help reduce wildfire risk and maintain forest health.

03/27/2026

This morning, Woodstock Fire/Ems responded to a tractor-trailer rollover incident on Route 4 in West Woodstock. The truck was transporting primarily food products. There were no reported injuries . A minor fluid spill from the tractor.

01/30/2026

Town of Woodstock, VT
NOW HIRING – CAREER FIREFIGHTER / EMS

The Town of Woodstock Fire/EMS is hiring full-time Career Firefighter/EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic.

Pay: $22.31–$27.58 DOQ
✔ Fire-based EMS
✔ 42-hour work week
✔ Community-oriented department

Application and resume required.

Apply online:
https://www.townofwoodstock.org/departments/employment-opportunities

Or submit to:
[email protected]

24/7 Fire and EMS

01/23/2026

Prepare in advance for the cold and the upcoming snow storm.

09/22/2025

06/20/2025

With High temperatures expected over the next few days, here are some tips to beat the heat.
Watch for symptoms of heat illness:

Symptoms of heat-related illnesses can include muscle cramps, heavy sweating, nausea, headache, or light-headedness. Most can be treated with fluids and by resting in a cooler place. If symptoms persist or worsen, or someone you are with seems confused or loses consciousness, dial 9-1-1 immediately for medical help.



Stay Cool, Stay Hydrated, Stay Informed:

• Look Before You Lock! – Never leave children, people with a disability, older adults, or pets in parked vehicles.

• Drink plenty of water, or non-alcoholic and decaffeinated fluids.

• Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing to reflect heat and sunlight.

• Take frequent breaks and seek relief in air-conditioned or other cool and shady places – Find public cooling locations at HealthVermont.gov/hot-weather.

• Limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.

• Close window shades during the day, keep windows closed when it is hotter outside than inside, and avoid using appliances and lights that generate heat.

• Check on loved ones and neighbors, especially those living alone and without air conditioning.



Heat Safety and Forecast Resources

• Heat Safety Tips and Cooling Sites Map – HealthVermont.gov/Hot-Weather (Information in multiple languages)

• NWS Heat Safety and Resources - Weather.gov/safety/heat

• NWS Burlington Heat page – Weather.gov/btv/heat

• NWS Heat Risk page (NEW/Experimental) - wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/heatrisk/

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - CDC.gov/disasters/extremeheat

Protect yourself and others when it’s hot outside

05/30/2025

11/18/2024

The outside burn ban has been extended until Nov. 25th for any outside fires.

Woodstock Fire always requires a permit before having an outside fire, keep this in mind when the ban is lifted.

11/14/2024

For Friday the 15th.

11/11/2024

Woodstock Fire is issuing no burn permits. As a reminder a permit is required for outside burns everyday once outside burning opens back up.

11/02/2024

Woodstock Fire reminds you to change your smoke alarm batteries this weekend.