Athol Fire Department

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The Athol Fire Department wishes you and your family a safe and happy Labor Day! ⁠⁠
09/07/2026

The Athol Fire Department wishes you and your family a safe and happy Labor Day! ⁠
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Firing up the grill this weekend? 🔥 Keep your cookouts fun and safe by following these simple tips. Always remember to k...
09/04/2026

Firing up the grill this weekend? 🔥 Keep your cookouts fun and safe by following these simple tips. Always remember to keep your grill outside, clear of overhanging branches, and never leave an open flame unattended. ⁠
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09/03/2026

The Westfield Fire Department recently fought a home fire that started with an overloaded power strip. Most commercial power strips and extension cords can overheat and fail if used to power a heavy appliance or many smaller devices at once. Limit their use and always plug air conditioners, space heaters, and other heavy appliances directly into a wall outlet. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4zlPJDl

Please join us for a brief September 11th ceremony at the Athol Fire Station. The ceremony will start at 9:55am and conc...
09/03/2026

Please join us for a brief September 11th ceremony at the Athol Fire Station. The ceremony will start at 9:55am and conclude at 10:22. All are welcome!

Charge smart and stay safe this school year. ⚡As students head back to class with laptops, phones, and e-bikes, remember...
09/02/2026

Charge smart and stay safe this school year. ⚡

As students head back to class with laptops, phones, and e-bikes, remember that lithium-ion batteries can pose a serious fire hazard if charged incorrectly. Always use certified cords, unplug devices once they hit 100%, charge e-bikes outside away from exit doors, and stop using any battery that gets hot or swells.

Swipe through the slides above for essential safety tips from the NFPA.

The Athol Fire Department is prepared to handle all types of emergencies. Call volume and call type vary based on the se...
08/31/2026

The Athol Fire Department is prepared to handle all types of emergencies. Call volume and call type vary based on the season. These were the total calls Athol Fire responded to in July 2026.⁠ ⁠
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Is your home prepared? Every household needs a fire escape plan, functional smoke detectors, and a portable fire extingu...
08/28/2026

Is your home prepared? Every household needs a fire escape plan, functional smoke detectors, and a portable fire extinguisher. Follow these tips on how to use a fire extinguisher safely.

Scald burns are the second leading cause of all burn injuries and can happen to anyone at any age. Children, older adult...
08/24/2026

Scald burns are the second leading cause of all burn injuries and can happen to anyone at any age. Children, older adults, and individuals with disabilities face the highest risk. Everyday hot liquids—from bathwater and coffee to microwaved soup—can cause devastating injuries. Follow these scald prevention tips to keep you and your family safe.

In honor of , learn how the Senior SAFE Program helps protect our senior community.See the graphic for program highligh...
08/21/2026

In honor of , learn how the Senior SAFE Program helps protect our senior community.

See the graphic for program highlights and visit the “Senior Safe" tab on the Athol Fire Department website to schedule a home safety visit.

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2251 Main Street
Athol, MA
01331

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+19782498275

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