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10/02/2026

We hope you’ll join us for our Annual Open House this Sunday from 10 AM–1 PM!

Today, our crews are hard at work building and preparing props that will be used for our live fire demonstrations on Sunday. It’s a great opportunity to meet your firefighters/EMTS, learn more about what we do, and get an up-close look at some of the tools and equipment we use to protect our community.

Bring the family—we’ll have something for everyone!

Sunday | 10 AM–1 PM
We look forward to seeing you!

09/29/2026

Come visit us this Sunday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM!

09/23/2026

Tuesday, September 22 at 12:04 PM, Atkinson Fire responded to a report of an overturned dump truck on Industrial Way in town.

With daytime staffing of 3 FF/EMT, Atkinson was able to immediately respond with, E1 w/2, A1 w/1 & C1. On arrival crews found a tractor-trailer unit that had partially overturned while dumping a load of gravel. Responders ensured the vehicle was stable and the scene was safe before beginning mitigation efforts. The driver was evaluated by fire department personnel and reported no injuries. The driver declined further medical care and signed a refusal of care.

The angle of the incident resulted in diesel fuel and hydraulic fluid leaking from the vehicle. Firefighters worked to control the leaks and constructed dams and dikes to contain the fluids and limit environmental impact. SENHMMAD (haz/mat team) was requested to provide additional resources to the scene. A report was made to the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) advising them of the release.

The vehicle was safely returned to an upright position, and all identified leaks were contained.

This incident is another example of the all-hazards response your Fire Department is trained and ready to provide—protecting our residents, our environment, and our community.

09/11/2026

NEVER FORGET

09/01/2026

Push-In Ceremony for Atkinson Engine 1!

Thank you to everyone who came out to support the Atkinson Fire Department and help us welcome Engine 1 into service. It was meaningful to see so many community members, local business leaders, residents, town officials, and friends of the department come together to celebrate this important day.

Engine 1 represents a significant investment in the future of the Atkinson Fire Department and the safety of our community. This custom fire engine purchase was approved in 2023 during the tenure of Chief Murray, whose leadership and contributions helped make this apparatus possible. During the ceremony, Chief Murphy remembered Chief Murray and his contributions to the department. His service and dedication to Atkinson and the fire service was recognized with a moment of silence.

A special thank you to the members of the department who have spent countless hours researching and designing Engine 1, to working together, training, positioning, and mounting the equipment to best serve our residents.

We are incredibly grateful for the continued support our community shows the Atkinson Fire Department. Your support means a great deal to all of us who serve, and we stand ready to respond in your time of need.

Engine 1 is officially in service!

08/11/2026

The Atkinson Fire Department is excited to invite the community to join us for the Push-In Ceremony officially placing our newest fire truck in service!

07/23/2026

The Atkinson Fire Department is excited to announce that we have taken delivery of our new fire engine!

Over the next several weeks, our personnel will be completing factory training, mounting tools and equipment, and conducting operational training to ensure the apparatus is fully prepared for service. Once this process is complete, the engine will officially be placed into service to protect our community.

This apparatus was approved by Atkinson voters in 2023, and we are grateful for the continued financial and professional support of our residents. Your investment in the Fire Department allows us to provide our firefighters with modern, reliable equipment that enhances both emergency response capabilities and firefighter safety.

We look forward to sharing more updates as we prepare the new engine for service, and schedule push-in ceremony with the community. Thank you, sales rep Nick Hilton, Allegiance Fire Rescue, & Pierce!

07/09/2026

Wednesday evening at 5:54 PM, the Atkinson Fire Department was dispatched to a serious motor vehicle accident initially reported as a four-car incident with injuries, at the intersection of Main St. and Hilldale Ave.

Our on-duty crew of three firefighters/EMTs responded immediately from the station. With the recent increase in daytime staffing to three, both Atkinson Ambulance 2 and Squad 1 were able to respond immediately, allowing critical personnel and equipment to arrive on scene within minutes. On arrival crews found a two-vehicle crash with significant damage.

Additionally, Atkinson Call firefighters responded to the station, staffing our second ambulance, and staffing an engine company to assist at the scene mitigating all hazards. Firefighters and EMS personnel provided patient care, and two individuals were transported by Atkinson Fire to local hospitals for further care and evaluation.

During this incident Atkinson Fire also responded to a fire alarm activation on the other side of town.

This call serves shows how quickly emergencies can occur and the importance of having trained personnel available to respond. We wish those transported a speedy recovery and thank our partners Atkinson PD, Plaistow ALS, Plaistow dispatch for a well-managed incident.

06/18/2026

With the support of the Board of Selectmen, the Atkinson Fire Department this month began staffing a third FF/EMT on duty Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

This added staffing is already making a difference!

Earlier this week, a resident suffered a heart attack and called 911. Our on-duty crew of 3 responded immediately from the station and arrived on scene in less than three minutes. Plaistow ALS was dispatched simultaneously and provided critical paramedic-level care. With three firefighters available, the patient was quickly assessed and recognition of the cardiac event was made, patient moved to the ambulance, and transport was initiated within minutes while coordinating care with, Plaistow ALS.

Crews transmitted a 12-lead EKG to Parkland Medical Center, allowing the hospital to activate its cardiac catheterization lab before the patient's arrival and prepare for definitive treatment.

We commend the family for immediately calling 911, NH 911 call center, Plaistow dispatchers, Atkinson police, FF/EMTs & paramedics, and hospital staff for their teamwork, professionalism, and immediate recognition of this major cardiac event. This incident highlights how a coordinated emergency response system and proper staffing can make a critical difference when every minute matters.

Address

1 Academy Avenue
Atkinson, NH

Telephone

+16033625611

Website

https://www.town-atkinsonnh.com/fire-department

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