• Stamford Garage Fire Extinguished on East Side

    A fully involved garage fire was extinguished on the East Side shortly after midnight at 00:27, Monday 3/30/2026.  Stamford Fire Department responded with 4 Engines, 1 Ladder Truck, 1 Rescue Truck and an Incident Commander with 26 fire personnel and arrived at 00:31 and found a 10 ft. x 20 [...]

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    Stamford Firefighters Quickly Contain Structure Fire on Maher Road

    Tuesday, March 17th at 03:57 the City of Stamford Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a fire in the home with dark smoke on the 2nd floor at 56 Maher Road. Engine 4 from the East Side Fire Station was first to arrive at 04:03 and reported heavy smoke showing from the rear [...]

  • Cold Weather Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety

    When temperatures drop and heating systems work overtime, the risk of carbon monoxide (CO) exposure increases. Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless gas that can be deadly if it builds up inside a home or building. Taking a few simple precautions can help keep you and your family safe during [...]

  • Attic Fire in North Stamford

    At 13:07 hrs Stamford and Long Ridge Fire Department firefighters responded to 88 Heming Way in North Stamford for a report of fire in the attic.  Long Ridge Fire Department Engine 71 was first on scene within 2 minutes and confirmed a working fire.  Crews immediately stretched a hose line [...]

  • PROLONGED COLD WEATHER SAFETY CHECKLIST

    Extended periods of below-freezing temperatures increase the risk of fires, carbon monoxide emergencies, frozen pipes, and medical emergencies. The Stamford Fire Department urges residents to take the steps below to protect lives and property during a prolonged cold snap. PREPARE FOR EXTENDED COLD Home, heat, and fire safety Test all [...]

  • Firefighters Battle Two-Alarm Blaze in 12-Degree Cold as Major Snowstorm Looms

    On Saturday night, January 24, 2026, Stamford firefighters responded to a second two alarm structure fire during one of the coldest nights of the winter, as the city was preparing for a major snowstorm expected to bring more than a foot of snow to the area.  This was the second [...]