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Michael J. Lavoie, Chief

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News & Announcements

Worcester Fire Department to Host Media Day, June 11

The Worcester Fire Department will host a Media Day event for the 2018 Recruit Academy on Monday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at department headquarters, 141 Grove Street.
Posted: Thursday 06/07/18

City Manager appoints Andrew White as Deputy Chief of Operations

City Manager Edward M. Augustus Jr. has announced the provisional appointment of District Chief Andrew J. White as Deputy Chief of Operations for the Worcester Fire Department.
Posted: Friday 03/23/18

Broomball 2018 Set for Jan. 19

The Broomball 2018 competition will be held on Friday, Jan. 19 at 4 p.m. at the Worcester Common Oval Public Ice Skating Rink. The Oval will be open for public ice skating from 5 to 8 p.m.
Posted: Wednesday 01/17/18

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Come support the American Red Cross by donating blood during the 2nd annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive at the DCU Center on August 2nd! We'll face off against the Worcester Police Department (Official). The agency that gets the most votes will receive $1,500 for the charity...
Posted: Monday 07/02/18 6:29 PM

Worcester Firefighters taking part in O2X Human Performance: Tactical Athlete Training & Education this week have gone through several exercises including yoga!
Posted: Friday 06/22/18 12:19 PM

Thanks to Melissa Hanson from MassLive.com Worcester for following our recruits through the academy.
Posted: Wednesday 06/20/18 5:24 PM

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Fri 08/17/2018 02:18 PM

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Thu 08/16/2018 09:25 PM

RT @LaddaCap: Feature: Stressing the Point Worcester: Fire Department embraces mindfulness https://t.co/45C6ykXKPZ via @worcestermag

Thu 08/16/2018 05:03 PM

Chief Lavoie & Deputy Chief White had the pleasure of meeting with Alex Dickson, Chief of Fire Services for the Republic of Liberia, this afternoon. https://t.co/vjeplH3MU6

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Have a Question?

Can I conduct open burning on my property?

No. Open burning prohibitions are authorized by the Massachusetts Air Pollution Control Regulation. 310 CMR 7.07(3)(e) prohibits open burning completely in 22 urbanized municipalities, which includes the City of Worcester.
How do I get a copy of a fire report?

Please contact the Prevention Division by calling 508-799-1822 or email prevention@worcesterma.gov.
I'm selling my property. What inspection do I need before closing?

State law requires that residential buildings be equipped with approved smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms. To schedule an appointment and to ensure that the life safety devices are properly located, please contact the Fire Prevention Division at 508-799-1822 or send an email to: prevention@worcesterma.gov. Also, please note that State Law requires that every building have its address number affixed to the building and is visible from the roadway.
What do I need to know for a construction or demolition project?

There are many different permits for construction and demolition projects available through the Worcester Fire Prevention Office. Please see the attached flyer below for complete details.

Construction & Demolition Permits

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All homes are required to have smoke detectors. In general, the requirements for smoke detectors vary depending on when the residence was constructed or underwent renovation, addition or modification.