This morning, Stamford Fire Department Rescue Co. 1 performed a somewhat unusual rescue in the Westover section of Stamford. A cat apparently took advantage of HVAC Technicians working in the attic and decided to explore the usually inaccessible space. The homeowners led the firefighters to the area where they said they could hear the cat [...]

It is with deep regret, that the Stamford Fire Department announces the passing of Retired Stamford Firefighter James (Jimmy) Joseph McCann. James passed away at 87 years old in his home on March 11, 2021, where he lived with his loving wife of 62 years, Anita (Elumba). He is affectionally remembered by his 3 children, [...]

Firefighters Contain Rapidly Spreading Fire in Congested Neighborhood 2-ALARM FIRE OVERNIGHT IN WEST SIDE MULTI-FAMILY HOME STAMFORD, CT (March 14, 2021) - At 00:49 this morning, Stamford firefighters were alerted to a report of a house fire on Dryden Street on Stamford's West Side. 3 Engine Companies, 1 Truck Company, 1 Heavy Rescue Company, and the Shift [...]

Retired Fire Captain Donald Corrigan It is with deep regret, that the Stamford Fire Department announces the passing of Retired Fire Captain Donald H. Corrigan. Don is a beloved husband, father and friend. He passed away suddenly at his home on the afternoon of Tuesday, February 9, 2021. A native of Stamford, Donald was born [...]

It is with deep regret that the Stamford Fire Department announces the passing of retired Fire Captain Robert F. (Bobby) Herrman. Bobby, beloved for his sparkling smile, quiet strength and golden heart, slipped away peacefully on December 3, 2020 with the love of his wife, Sharon, family, friends and all who knew him as a [...]

(Stamford, CT) – At 1:21 PM Stamford Firefighters were dispatched to a report of “something on fire in the building” at 36 Hoyt Street. Engine 5 and Rescue 1 from the Woodside firehouse arrived on scene in under 4 minutes to find smoke showing from the rear of the building on the first floor. A [...]

Firefighters Quickly Extinguish Blaze. At 9:08 PM, The City of Stamford Combined 911 Center received a report of a dryer on fire inside the house at 136 Houston Terrace. Three engines, a Truck Company, a Rescue Company, an Incident Commander, and a Rapid Intervention Team were dispatched and responded.   Engine 6 from the Glenbrook Fire [...]

The Stamford Fire Department is pleased to announce that it has placed into service a new Engine 4 today. Engine 4 is stationed in the Eastside Fire Station on Shippan Avenue and primarily serves the Shippan, Cove, and East Side neighborhoods of Stamford. More Pictures & Video Below The new Engine 4 is a 1500 [...]

Retired Firefighter Willy Pilcher It is with deep regret that the Stamford Fire Department announces the death of retired Firefighter Robert (“Willy”) Ernest Pilcher of Darien, CT. Willy passed away peacefully on August 8, 2020 following a brief illness.  Born in Stamford on April 24, 1929 to the late Ernest and Caroline Pilcher, Bob grew [...]