City of Chester Bureau of Fire

05/25/2026

05/13/2026

04/30/2026

04/22/2026

Great collaboration today between City of Chester Bureau of Fire and Widener University during their emergency simulation exercise.

We’re proud to support hands-on training that helps prepare students and staff for real-world situations. Strong partnerships like this continue to build a safer, more resilient community.

Thank you to everyone involved for their time, effort, and dedication.

04/21/2026

On April 8th, a devastating fire tore through a family’s home, destroying all their belongings and tragically taking the lives of three generations of women.
They were mothers, daughters, granddaughters, sisters, wives, nieces, friends, and neighbors.
For the family they left behind, their loss is beyond heartbreaking.
Please pray for them and consider donating to assist them through this most difficult time as they lay their family members to rest and begin to rebuild.

My mom was a loving wife and mother, cherished by everyone who knew her.… Stanley Bowens needs your support for Support for Funeral Expenses After Tragic Fire

04/21/2026

Today, our on-duty crews teamed up with the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania to visit homes in the southwest area of the city. Crews Installed free smoke detectors and shared simple tips to help keep our community safe. This is all part of the Red Cross’s “Sound the Alarm” program.

We’re proud to work together to protect our neighbors—because a working smoke alarm can make all the difference.

If you or someone you know still needs a smoke alarm, you can request one here:

https://www.redcross.org/sound-the-alarm.html

04/18/2026

Glenn A. Suter passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 surrounded by loved ones.

04/18/2026

The officers and members of the Chester Bureau of Fire would like to congratulate retired Fire Commission James Johnson. Last night, surrounded by dozens of fire chiefs from throughout the Commonwealth, Commissioner Johnson was awarded the Pennsylvania Career Fire Chief’s Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award, making him one of only three people to achieve such an accomplishment. Not only did Commissioner Johnson serve the residents of the City of Chester for over 3 decades, he was also instrumental in the growth of the PA Career Fire Chiefs Association. Congratulates Commissioner Johnson.

04/11/2026

WILDFIRE ALERT: West Deptford Township, Gloucester County

The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is responding to a wildfire in the area 8th Street in West Deptford Township, Gloucester County.

RESOURCES DEPLOYED
🚒 Forest Fire Service engines and ground crews.
✈ A Forest Fire Service plane capable of dropping 600 gallons.

Avoid the area. Please follow directions from emergency personnel.

Updates will be posted to this page, and on X as they become available.

04/09/2026

The officers and firefighters of the Chester Bureau of Fire would like to extend their thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of the victims of yesterday’s tragic fire.