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Please email all Tier II Reports to sarahazmat@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.

Worcester Fire Department to Award 26, Promote 17 at Ceremony Thursday

The City of Worcester will host a ceremony recognizing the promotion of 17 members of the Worcester Fire Department on Thursday, Sept. 26 at 4 p.m. at Doherty Memorial High School.
Posted: Tuesday 09/24/24

Worcester Revamps Open Data Portal

The Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) announced Thursday it has revamped the municipality’s open data portal, Informing Worcester.
Posted: Thursday 08/01/24

Two-Alarm Fire at 3 Hancock St. Multi-Family Home Claims Two Victims

At approximately 11:30 p.m. on May 28, 2024, the Worcester Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 3 Hancock St. with reports of people trapped in the building.
Posted: Wednesday 05/29/24

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Worcester Fire Public Education visiting the 3rd and 6th grade classrooms at Worcester Arts Magnet School.
Posted: Thursday 10/10/24 7:26 AM

Worcester Fire Public Education stopping in at 50 Shrewsbury St and 36 Upsala St for educational classes with the residents.
Posted: Thursday 10/10/24 7:23 AM

Worcester Fire Department and Engine 5 would like to thank The Guild of Saint Agnes for having us visit during Fire Prevention Week.
Posted: Monday 10/07/24 3:51 PM

Worcester Fire would like to thank the 3rd Graders and 6th Graders of Thorndyke Road School. In the 3rd Grade classes we discussed "Tools VS Toys" and in the 6th Grade classes we reviewed Kitchen Safety. Thank you to FF Andrew Staruk for the microwave prop.
Posted: Friday 10/04/24 3:16 PM

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Have a Question?

Are fireworks allowed in the City of Worcester?

No. Fireworks are illegal in the City and in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Violators may be subject to fines, inspections and possible criminal complaints.
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 Construction & Demolition Permits flyer for complete details.

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Smoke/CO Alarm Safety

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.