Shelton Fire Department

06/03/2026

Last night, members from the Shelton Fire Department attended the annual BARF ceremony. The service allows departments of the Bridgeport area to honor and remember those who lost their lives in the line of duty. Shelton suffered its only LODD in on March 15. 1991 when Echo Hose member Danny Wannagot suffered a fatal heart attack on the scene of a structure fire.

06/02/2026

Last night, companies 3 and 4 participated in a joint training session involving roof ops, wall breaching, and overhaul.
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05/31/2026

Members from Co.1 took advantage of using an acquired structure to hone in on roof operation skills. Training opportunities, such as the use of acquired structures is invaluable to the Fire Service. Thank you to Beacon point for allowing us to train at this location.


05/31/2026

Congratulations to the White Hills Fire Company No. 5 on winning “Best Color Guard” at the Bethany parade last night!

05/28/2026

*** Press Release***

Date: May 27, 2026
Time: 9:47pm
Location: Parrott Drive
Nature: Trash chute fire

On the above date and time Companies one and three of the Shelton Fire department responded to the address provided for multiple fire alarm detectors activated. Upon arrival cruise entered the building and noticed a slight smoke condition on the 10th and 12th floors of the 17 story high-rise building. As crews continued to investigate, additional members located a small fire in a trash bin in the basement. Squad 1, truck 3, engines 23,35, 2, 42, ladder 51, Car 6, and Rescue 45 operated under the command of Assistant Chief Ryan Mattioli. The building is habitable and there were no injuries reported. The Fire Marshal‘s office is investigating the incident.

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Millions of kids dream of becoming a firefighter when they grow up. However, only a few do. If you still aspire to fight fires and protect your community, becoming a volunteer firefighter is the path for you! The Shelton Fire Department is always accepting applications for new volunteers. You will r...

05/28/2026

Shelton FD calls for service.
https://valley.newhavenindependent.org/2026/05/26/shelton-fd-calls-4/

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

A devastating tragedy occurred in Dorchester tonight, Saturday, May 23, 2026, claiming the life of a Boston firefighter.

The Incident
Crews responded to a structural fire at 18 Treadway Road, where they were met with intense flames pouring from the third floor and burning through the roof. The rapidly growing blaze was quickly upgraded to a second, and then a third alarm, bringing a heavy deployment of first responders to the scene.

The Fall and Mayday
While operating on the upper levels of the building, a firefighter fell from a third-floor rear porch. A "Mayday" was transmitted over the radio as crews rushed to aid their fallen brother.

Response and Status
The firefighter was immediately treated at the scene by Boston EMS paramedics and rushed to a local hospital. Tragically, despite all lifesaving efforts, the firefighter was pronounced deceased.

Rest in Peace, Brother.
Our deepest thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and the entire Boston Fire Department during this unimaginable time of loss. 🙏🙏🙏

Photos by BFD on X

05/21/2026

This Friday evening (May 22nd), the annual Memorial Day Service will take place at the Derby High School starting at 6pm. All are welcome!