City of Hartford Fire Department | Hartford CT

09/15/2026

A day to remember! 🇵🇷

Despite the rain, nothing could stop the celebration! The streets of Hartford came alive as everyone marched, gathered, and proudly came out to celebrate Puerto Rican heritage, culture, and community during the annual Greater Hartford Puerto Rican Day Parade & Festival del Coquí.

The Hartford Fire Department was honored to be part of this incredible celebration, led by Fire Chief Rodney L. Barco, alongside our dedicated firefighters, fire cadets, explorers, Honor Guard, and the HFD Society of Latin American Firefighters.

Rain or shine, the pride, energy, and unity throughout the community were undeniable. From the parade route to every smile, wave, and cheer, yesterday was a true reminder that nothing can stop a community from coming together and celebrating its heritage. 🇵🇷🌧️

Thank you CICD Puerto Rican Parade, Inc. Hartford Chapter and everyone who marched, supported, celebrated, and braved the rain.

Nothing stopped the celebration!

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“We Serve to Save.”

09/11/2026

MAKING HARTFORD SAFER, ONE HOME AT A TIME!

Chief Rodney L. Barco and the Hartford Fire Department were proud to support the American Red Cross Sound the Alarm program! 🚒❤️

Volunteers from several organizations came together to install FREE smoke alarms and provide lifesaving fire safety education to Hartford residents.

Hartford is safer today because of this incredible program!

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 September 11, 2026 - Never Forget 🇺🇸

25 Years Later, We Remember.

On this 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001, the Hartford Fire Department honors and remembers the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost in the cowardly attacks on our nation.

We remember the first responders who ran toward danger while others were running away. We remember the firefighters, police officers, EMTs, military members, and civilians who made the ultimate sacrifice.

We also remember the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who gave their lives defending our freedom in the years that followed, as well as the countless first responders who have since lost their lives to illnesses connected to their service at Ground Zero and other 9/11 sites.

Twenty five years later, the pain of that day remains, but so does our resolve. Those who sought to weaken our nation instead reminded us of the strength, courage, and unity of the American people.

Today, we honor their sacrifice by remembering their names, their courage, and the lives they touched.

We will never forget!

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“We Serve To Save”

09/10/2026

Please join Rodney L. Barco, Chief of the Hartford Fire Department, along with the Command Staff and members of the Department, in congratulating Lieutenant Lamar Mitchell of Engine Company 16 on his retirement following 28 years of dedicated service to the Hartford community.

LT Mitchell is proudly completed his final tour of duty on Saturday, September 5, 2026, bringing to a close a distinguished career.

We extend our sincere gratitude for his many years of dedication and the lasting contributions he has made to the City of Hartford and the Hartford Fire Department.

We wish him a long, healthy, and fulfilling retirement filled with happiness and well deserved enjoyment.

Photo Credits: Patrick Dooley / Squad Fire Photos

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“We Serve To Save”

09/10/2026

🚒🚨 WORKING FIRE – 14 ASHTON STREET 🚨🚒

Hartford Fire Department companies responded to 14 Ashton Street shortly after 2:33 p.m. for a reported possible structure fire at a two-family residence.

Upon arrival, companies determined that there was an actual structure fire, with heavy smoke throughout the building. Firefighters encountered a working fire on the second floor with minor extension into the finished attic. The fire was quickly knocked down by Hartford firefighters, and searches of the building were completed with all searches negative for occupants.

Incident Highlights:

🔥 Working fire involving the second floor of an occupied two family residence
🚨 Heavy smoke throughout the building upon arrival
🔥 Fire quickly knocked down by Hartford firefighters
🔥 Minor extension into the finished attic
🔎 Primary and secondary searches completed, all searches negative
👏🏼 No civilian or firefighter injuries reported
🚨 Two families displaced: 7 people – 4 adults and 3 children
🚨 Hartford Fire Department’s Special Services Unit is assisting the displaced families in coordination with the American Red Cross
🔎 The Hartford Fire Marshal’s Office is handling the investigation

👏🏼 Thank you to the men and women of the Hartford Fire Department for their quick response, professionalism, and teamwork in bringing this fire under control and ensuring all occupants were safely accounted for.

👏🏼 We are also grateful to our partners at the American Red Cross for assisting the two families displaced by this incident.

Photo Credits: Patrick Dooley / Squad Fire Photos

Have a safe and enjoyable night, Hartford!!

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“We Serve To Save”

09/07/2026

Monday, September 7, 2026

On behalf of Hartford Fire Department Fire Chief Rodney L. Barco, the Command Staff, and all of our dedicated firefighters, we wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, fun, and safe Labor Day!

As we celebrate this holiday, we extend our appreciation to all who work hard each day to serve, protect, and strengthen our community.

Have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day!

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“We Serve to Save”

09/04/2026

🚒 WORKING FIRE – 363 FRANKLIN AVENUE 🚒

Hartford Fire Department companies responded to 363 Franklin Avenue shortly after 7:47 a.m. for a reported fire in a multi family residence.

Upon arrival, companies reported smoke emanating from the cockloft area on the Bravo side of the building and quickly called a working fire. Companies conducted searches of the building, with all searches negative for occupants. The fire was quickly knocked and is currently under control.

Incident Highlights:

🔥 Working fire involving the cockloft area of a multi-family residence
🚨 Smoke showing from the Bravo side upon arrival
🔥 Fire quickly knocked and brought under control by Hartford firefighters
🔎 Primary and secondary searches completed, all searches negative
🐶 Six dogs and one cat removed or escaped from the fire area
🐱 One additional cat remains unaccounted for
🐶 One dog rescued by Hartford firefighters, treated by EMS, and transported to a veterinarian
👏🏼 No civilian or firefighter injuries reported
🚨 Building determined to be uninhabitable by Hartford Licensing & Inspection
🚨 Five families displaced: 20 people-11 adults and 9 children
🚨 Hartford Fire Department’s Special Services Unit is assisting the displaced families in coordination with the American Red Cross
🔎 The Hartford Fire Marshal’s Office is handling the investigation
🚨 Connecticut Natural Gas (CNG) and Eversource have been notified and are addressing utilities
🚨 Hartford Fire Marshal’s Office, Licensing & Inspection, and Special Services Unit were requested to the scene

👏🏼 Thank you to the men and women of the Hartford Fire Department for their quick response, professionalism, and teamwork in bringing this fire under control and ensuring all occupants were safely accounted for.

👏🏼 We are also grateful to our partners at the American Red Cross for assisting the five families displaced by this incident.

🐾 Our crews also worked quickly to rescue and assist the animals affected by this fire. We hope the remaining cat is located safely.

Have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend, Hartford!!

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“We Serve To Save”

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