Gloucester Fire News

Gloucester Massachusetts Fire Dept. Official News Blog

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Gloucester Fire Chief Eric SmithWelcome to the official news blog of the Gloucester Fire Department!

On these pages, you will be able to view the latest news and headlines from Gloucester Fire, including incident reports, press releases, and special events!

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Eric Smith, Chief

Gloucester Fire Department Shares Winter Driving Safety Tips

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GLOUCESTER — To help residents to stay safe on the road this winter, Chief Eric Smith and the Gloucester Fire Department encourage residents to follow several key safety tips. “Driving in the winter can be stressful, especially in New England, where heavy snowfall and icy conditions can seemingly appear out of nowhere,” Chief Smith said. “As […]

Gloucester Fire Department Reminds Residents of Christmas Tree Fire Hazards this Holiday Season

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GLOUCESTER — With the holiday season underway, Fire Chief Eric Smith and the Gloucester Fire Department would like to remind residents to use caution when decorating and lighting a Christmas tree in their homes. “Please be wary as you cut, place, and decorate your tree in order to avoid injury and fires this season,” Chief Smith said. “It’s imperative that […]

Gloucester Fire Department Offers Cold Weather Safety Tips

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GLOUCESTER — In anticipation of below freezing temperatures expected over the next several days, Fire Chief Eric Smith and the Gloucester Fire Department would like to provide residents with several important safety tips. The National Weather Service predicts temperatures for the Gloucester area to be in the 30s and 20s throughout the week, with temperatures reaching even lower […]

Gloucester Firefighter Graduates from Massachusetts Firefighting Academy

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GLOUCESTER — Chief Eric Smith is pleased to announce that a Gloucester firefighter graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy today. Firefighter Lukas McRobb, was among 38 firefighters from 28 departments to graduate from the academy’s 268th class. Graduates were recognized at a ceremony at the Department of Fire Services headquarters in Stow. The 10-week program teaches the essentials of […]