Fire Department News & Announcements

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East Hartford is Hiring Public Safety Dispatcher

The Town of East Hartford is currently accepting applications for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher. The deadline to apply is... more ››

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The East Hartford Fire Department Receives Lifeline EMS Recognition

East Hartford, CT–The East Hartford Fire Department was honored with a 2020 Lifelife EMS Recognition by the American Heart Association.

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East Hartford Reminds Residents that Fireworks are Illegal

East Hartford, CT— Reports of illegal fireworks are on the rise throughout Connecticut, and across the Nation. The Town of East Hartford... more ››

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East Hartford Fire Department's Response to COVID-19

Over the course of the last several weeks information regarding COVID-19 has exponentially increased.  Awareness over the virus spread and... more ››

CERT Training

East Hartford Offers a Free Community Emergency Response Team Training

The Town of East Hartford is happy to announce that it is currently accepting applications for the... more ››

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Town of East Hartford Receives HEARTSafe Designation

East Hartford, CT—Mayor Marcia A. Leclerc accepted a HEART Safe Community award on behalf of the Town of East Hartford during a special... more ››

Chief Oates Induction

East Hartford Fire Chief Gets Inducted into the Connecticut State Firefighters Association Hall of Fame

East Hartford, CT — Thursday, April 4, 2019 was a memorable day for East Hartford Fire Chief John Oates, East Hartford firefighters and the... more ››

CERT Training

East Hartford Offers a Free Community Emergency Response Team Training

The Town of East Hartford is happy to announce that it is currently accepting applications for Community Emergency Response Team (... more ››

Hurricane Safety & Preparedness Bulletin

Hurricane Safety and Preparedness

Hurricane season is in full swing, and while the forecast currently does not currently show risk for Connecticut or the Northeast, we are... more ››

Hurricane Safety & Preparedness Bulletin

Hurricane Safety and Preparedness

Hurricane season is in full swing, and while the forecast currently does not currently show risk for Connecticut or the Northeast, we are... more ››

Free Smoke Alarm Installations Available for East Hartford Residents

The Connecticut American Red Cross and the East Hartford Fire Department are joining together to offer free smoke alarms and installation... more ››

Summer Safety Tips - Town of East Hartford

Summer Safety Tips from the Town of East Hartford

While summer is a time to rest and relax with families, some summertime activities can be dangerous. Please be mindful of the following... more ››

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East Hartford Fire Department Promotes 28 Firefighters

The East Hartford Fire Department recognized 28 firefighters who have been recently promoted, graduated from the Fire Academy, or ended... more ››

East Hartford Fire Department and Mayor Leclerc Urge Residents to Change Batteries in Their Smoke Detectors

(October 19, 2015) East Hartford, CT –  Mayor Marcia A. Leclerc, The East Hartford Fire Department and Energizer Battery... more ››

An Important Message From Mayor Leclerc: East Hartford Alert Network

In emergency situations, quick, instinctual actions are the impetus for survival.

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