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  • Emergency burn ban: all state parks, forests, and wildlife management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, campfires, etc.

    Due to far below normal precipitation and ongoing fire danger levels, a Stage 2 Drought Advisory has been declared for Connecticut. Residents are encouraged to be mindful of water consumption and use extra caution to prevent fires. An emergency burn ban is in effect at all state parks, forests, and wildlife management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, campfires, etc.

    Forest Fire Danger Report

    This includes fire pits!!! NO outdoor fires of any type.

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    We continue to respond to violations of the ban. And Yes, we have had fires that started from fire pits!

    PLEASE HELP US - HELP YOU!

    Today, Tuesday , November 19th ~
    The Fire Danger remains at the EXTREME level.

    We continue with the FULL BAN on any/all open burning, including fire pits, fireworks, and sparklers.

    Any questions, feel free to contact me.
    Kevin E. Cooney, Fire Chief / Open Burn Official

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    860-644-8547 - HQ
    860-982-0400 - Cell

     
  • Thanksgiving Safety

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  • Recruitment

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    Complete a Membership Application today!  Contact Deputy Chief Scott Fine at 860-463-0500 or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  Bring membership application in person.

     Do you have what it takes to become a member of the South Windsor Volunteer Fire Department?  The SWFD is currently recruiting new members.  What does it take?  We are seeking new members of all ages and abilities who possess a desire to help and a passion for service, as well as a sense of pride and tradition.  Founded in 1938, the South Windsor Fire Department has been an all-volunteer service for over 75 years; but we can’t do it without your help!! 

    Come join our team of highly dedicated and well trained members who have the newest apparatus and state of the art equipment at their disposal. 

    Positions include Fire Fighter, Fire Police, Fire Explorer (for youth aged 14-17), Support Staff and Fire and Life Safety.  All training and equipment is included.  For more information, please visit www.southwindsorfire.org.

    South Windsor Volunteer Fire Department
    1175 Ellington Road 
    South Windsor, CT  06074

     
  • Welcome!

    The South Windsor Volunteer Fire Department proudly protects the lives and property of over 25,000 people living and working in a 28.5 square mile area.  Our approximately 130 members, all volunteers, work out of three stations.  In addition to our staff officers and line firefighters, we have a Support Unit (Company 6), a Fire & Life Safety Education & Community Outreach Support Unit, and an Explorer Post (Company 5) for members under 18 years old.  The Department currently operates 5 engines, 1 aerial platform, 1 heavy rescue, a utility truck and 1 marine unit.

    Please browse our site to learn more about the Department and visit us again in the near future for new and additional information.  Thank you for visiting!

NEW ON THE WEBSITE!

Check out the new Honor Guard page!

NEED 9-1-1? CALL IF YOU CAN. TEXT IF YOU CAN’T.

Dial 9-8-8 for new Suicide Prevention & Crisis Lifeline

Upcoming Events

Nov
21

11.21.2024 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Nov
25

11.25.2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Nov
26

11.26.2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Dec
2

12.02.2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Dec
3

12.03.2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Contact Us

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1175 Ellington Road
South Windsor, CT 06074
860.644.8547

 

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