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Michael J. Lavoie, Chief

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Please email all Tier II Reports to WFDTierIIReportingEmailList@worcesterma.gov. Emailing reports to this address will ensure they are received by the Worcester Fire Department and the LECP. They will NOT be emailed to the State.

News & Announcements

Winter Carnival Features Skating, Family Fun and Food Trucks, Feb. 16

The City of Worcester will host a Winter Carnival at the Worcester Common Oval on Saturday, February 16 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Posted: Wednesday 02/06/19

City of Worcester Releases Affirmative Action Plan

The City of Worcester has released an updated Affirmative Action Plan that highlights hiring, selection, recruitment and retention practices to insure equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all employment decisions.
Posted: Friday 02/01/19

Funeral Services and Fund Established for Fallen Firefighter Christopher J. Roy

The City of Worcester and the Worcester Fire Department have announced details of the funeral services for Firefighter Christopher J. Roy.
Posted: Monday 12/10/18

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Lt. William Mosley, Worcester Fire Department's Diversity Officer, gives speech and accepts the Lt. Herbie Wilson at the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. breakfast at Quinsigamond Community College. Photo courtesy of Worcester Telegram & Gazette
Posted: Monday 01/21/19 11:47 AM

Every minute matters in an emergency. Keep your hydrants clear. Ice and freezing rain hardens snow quickly so shovel early to avoid difficulties clearing them out.
Posted: Sunday 01/20/19 9:41 AM

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Sat 02/16/2019 10:20 AM

RT @MassDFS: As a result of the 2003 Rhode Island Station Nightclub fire, Massachusetts requires trained #CrowdManagers to be on duty whenâ¦

Wed 02/13/2019 08:53 PM

RT @TweetWorcester: Thanks to @GoHolyCross for having @WorcesterPD & @WorcesterFD square off in a friendly exhibition game during halftimeâ¦

Tue 02/12/2019 08:48 PM

RT @WorcesterPD: Narcan Training coming up #worcester https://t.co/SdCj2nMY6Y

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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.