Redding Fire & EMS Company #1

06/13/2026

Wildland-urban interface is a term seldom heard in Connecticut. Believe it or not, it's a major concern here. It is generally associated with communities in the western United States.

Redding is in the middle of it, and awareness is crucial.

Thanks to Writer, Producer, Editor, and Director*: Bethel Fire & EMS' own Matthew Troy, with contributions by our good friend Michael Kronick.

*and drone pilot

Recognizing the growing need for education and awareness surroundin...

06/08/2026

We had a great time at Georgetown Day! Thanks to everyone who stopped by to say hello and to Georgetown Fire Department for setting up a beautiful day! 🚒 ☀️

06/03/2026

It’s been one of those days.

06/02/2026

🚑🏆 EMT OF THE YEAR: Madison Opalinski 🏆🚑
Redding Fire & EMS Co. #1 is proud to recognize Madison Opalinski as our EMT of the Year.
Madison exemplifies everything that makes a great EMT and an outstanding member of our department. Her work ethic is second to none. She is always willing to step up when needed and she consistently shows up for her crew, her patients, and her community.
You have likely seen Madison around town or at community events, always representing Redding Fire & EMS Co. #1 with pride and dedication. She is a shining example of the future of our department, and we are excited to watch her continue to grow.
Please join us in congratulating Madison on this well-deserved recognition. We are incredibly proud to have her as part of our first-responder family.
👏 Congratulations, Maddy, and thank you for everything you do! ❤️

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember the heroes who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their bravery and sacrifice will always be remembered. We extend our gratitude to those who served and to the families who continue to carry their legacy. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day! 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

🇺🇸 Despite the rain, the spirit of Redding showed up strong today for our Annual Memorial Day Parade & Picnic! From the parade route to the picnic tables, we had a great time celebrating together and honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make today possible — our volunteers, parade participants, organizers, and all who came out to support the event.
As always, we’re proud to serve this amazing community. Wishing everyone in town a safe, happy, and memorable Memorial Day weekend! 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

In 1967, the first emergency medical service was founded. Pittsburgh's hill district's citizens recognized the urgent need for emergency medical care, and founded the Freedom House Ambulance Service. The civil rights organization worked with Presbyterian University Hospital, recruited 25 veterans, and trained them in advanced emergency medical care. They invented CPR, administered advanced life support in the field, and set many of the standards we use 59 years later.

We started our ambulance transport service in 1941, and evolved to provide emergency medical care in the 1960s and 1970s. Now in 2026, we very heavily on professionally trained, passionate, and caring volunteers who carry out the same mission as Freedom House.

This is national emergency medical services week. We salute and thank our tireless and dedicated members who care for our friends and neighbors day and night.

05/15/2026

Our thoughts are with the families of those injured, and our colleagues from midcoast Maine, as they cope with the aftermath of this major incident in Searsmont.

NEW PHOTO: Emergency crews continue to deal with a massive fire at Robbins lumber in Searsmont Friday.

05/11/2026

05/04/2026

Redding Fire & EMS Co. #1 had a great time at this year’s Frog Frolic Festival! 🐸🚒 We always enjoy getting out into the community for events like Touch-a-Truck and connecting with our neighbors. Thanks to everyone who stopped by!