Goffstown Fire Department

06/08/2026

Manchester Water Works conducted mandatory annual testing and flushing of local fire hydrants last night in Pinardville. This routine maintenance checks water flow and pressure to make sure our systems are fully operational and ready to save lives when seconds count.

How This Affects Your Water:
Discoloration: You may notice temporary brown, cloudy, or rusty tap water. This happens because flushing stirs up naturally occurring sediment inside the water mains.
Safety: The water remains entirely safe and does not pose a health hazard.

What You Should Do:
Avoid washing white laundry or drinking discolored water until it clears up.
If you notice discoloration, simply run your cold water taps or an outside faucet for 3 to 5 minutes until the water flows clear again.
If the cloudiness persists, turn the tap off, wait an hour, and try running the cold water again.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to keep our community safe!

06/08/2026

⚓ Keep your summer on New Hampshire's waters safe! Whether you're heading to Lake Winnipesaukee, the seacoast, or right here on Glen Lake, remember these quick safety essentials:

Wear It: Every person needs a life jacket. Kids 12 and under must wear theirs while underway.
Fire Safety: Motorized boats must carry a charged, accessible fire extinguisher.
Clip In: Always use your engine cut-off switch lanyard to prevent runaway boats.
Sober Captain: Operating a boat under the influence is illegal and dangerous. Designate a sober operator.
Check the Sky: New England weather changes fast. Head to shore if a storm rolls in.

Our team is ready, but your preparation is the best defense. Safe boating! 🚤

05/28/2026

🚧Traffic Notice - Henry Bridge Road project 🚧

Bridge work over the Piscataquog River will require full closure of the bridge and pedestrian walkway for several weeks to replace the bridge decking and address corrosion of the structural steel below.

📅 Beginning June 23rd (after school is out)
⏰ 24/7 until the project is complete

A detour route will be established via Elm St and Main St/Mast Rd.

For more information about the project, please check out our Construction Projects webpage:
https://www.goffstownnh.gov/289/Construction-Projects

05/21/2026

*****All Phones are back up ******

All town departments are experiencing a phone outage. If you have emergency please call 911.

We will publish a non emergency number shortly.

05/18/2026

🚑 It’s National EMS Week! 🚒

From May 17–23, we celebrate the incredible dedication of our Emergency Medical Services personnel.
This year’s theme, “Improving Outcomes, Together,” perfectly highlights how our firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics work as one cohesive team to save lives in our community every single day.
Join us this week in thanking our EMS heroes for their unwavering service!

Also, a reminder that the Goffstown Fire Department will be offering FREE Hands-Only CPR training for any interested members of the public on Tuesday, May 19th, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Station 1, located at 18 Church St, Goffstown, NH.

Pease sign up using the link below:

Learn life-saving Hands-Only CPR in just 15 minutes during EMS Week 2026. Free trainings across all five NH Executive Council districts. No experience needed.

05/14/2026

🚨 INCIDENT UPDATE: 29 Center Street 🚨

Earlier this morning, our crews responded to a reported dishwasher explosion at Goffstown Nursing & Rehab. Thanks to the rapid response of our firefighters and the facility's excellent emergency protocols, the emergency was quickly contained.

Status: The hazard is completely mitigated.
Injuries: Zero injuries reported among residents and staff.
Cause: A malfunction with the dishwasher occurred and power to the unit has been secured.
Current Action: The equipment is out of service until a technician reviews and services the unit.

All units are clear the scene, and normal facility operations are resuming.

05/11/2026

Open Burning Notice

Good morning, the district is in a moderate fire danger rating. It is ok to burn according to state guidelines. Fire permits are being issued at the fire department.

05/11/2026

Learn a skill that can save a life!

The Goffstown Fire Department will be offering FREE Hands-Only CPR training for any interested members of the public on Tuesday, May 19th, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Station 1, located at 18 Church St, Goffstown, NH.

This short training is designed to help community members feel confident in recognizing cardiac arrest and performing lifesaving Hands-Only CPR until emergency responders arrive.
Please sign up using the link below:
https://cprchallengenh.com/rsvp/63

We hope to see you there!

Learn life-saving Hands-Only CPR in just 15 minutes during EMS Week 2026. Free trainings across all five NH Executive Council districts. No experience needed.

04/28/2026

UPDATE 4/29/26 @ 1245
TEMPORARY BURN BAN REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. ONLINE PERMITS HAVE BEEN SHUT DOWN.

🔥 IMPORTANT NOTICE: TEMPORARY BURN BAN IN EFFECT 🔥

Due to current dry conditions and high fire danger levels, the Goffstown Fire Department is issuing an immediate temporary burn ban for our community.

What this means:
🚫 No brush piles or yard waste fires.
🚫 No recreational campfires or fire pits.
🚫 No agricultural burning.
🚫 All previously issued burn permits are suspended until further notice.

Afternoon relative humidity values will decrease to low levels between 25-35 percent away from the coastline. At the same time, southeasterly winds between 5-15 mph with frequent gusts to 20-25 mph will continue to dry fuels and increase fire spread potential.

We will re-evaluate conditions tomorrow afternoon and post an update. Thank you for your cooperation and for doing your part to keep Goffstown safe.

04/27/2026

🚨 HIGH FIRE DANGER ALERT 🚨
New Hampshire is currently facing severe drought conditions, with approximately 78% of the state in moderate to severe drought. With low humidity and gusty winds, the risk for fast-moving brush fires is extremely high right now.

To keep our community safe, please follow these guidelines:
🚭 PROPER DISPOSAL: Never toss cigarette butts out of car windows or onto the ground.
🚗 PARK ON PAVEMENT: Avoid parking vehicles on dry grass; hot exhaust systems can easily ignite dry vegetation.
🏠 CLEAR DEBRIS: Remove dry leaves and pine needles from your gutters and from within 5 feet of your home.
📞 REPORT IMMEDIATELY: If you see smoke or an unattended fire, call 911 right away.

Stay alert and help us keep New Hampshire green! 🌲