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The East Hartford Fire Department is committed to the prevention of fires and protection of lives, property and the environment.

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Closed Weekends and Holidays

10/30/2026

Last night, Thursday October 29th, 2026, the East Hartford Fire Department held a promotional ceremony to recognize members that have been promoted, hired, and completed probation over the last year. Pictured below: newly hired Firefighters - Dylan Custer, Mark Nowak, and Christopher Daley. Newly hired Deputy Fire Marshals - Michael Walker and Roger Thrall. Promoted Apparatus Operators - Trevon Chin, Collin Maynard, Kayne Wellauer, Will Johnston, Matt Struble, Aaron Virkler, and Michael Clynch. Lieutenants - Jonathon Schiessl, Patrick Richards, Kevin Ring, and Alexander Boyer. Captain - Brian Gunnoud. Completing probation was Assistant Master Mechanic Jonathon Allen.

The Department also wanted to recognize the fact that 51 years ago this October 31st, the East Hartford Fire Department became the first municipal fire department in the State of Connecticut to provide paramedic level service to its citizens. The first 8 East Hartford Fire Department Paramedics were Paul Campbell, Michael Coppinger, Robert Cramer Jr., Daniel Fiorita, Dennis Garrity, Robert Kampfman, John Marshall, and Frank Schroll. A big thanks the those 8 for paving the way for the incredible paramedic program we provide today.

The East Hartford FD would also like to thank the CT Lead of East Hartford for allowing us to hold this ceremony at their very accommodating facility.

10/02/2026

The East Hartford Fire Department would like to announce the promotion of Brian Gunnoud to the rank of Captain. Captain Gunnoud has served as a Lieutenant for the last 4 years. He will be assigned as the Captain of Station 2.

Congratulations Captain Gunnoud!!

09/16/2026

Join the East Hartford Fire Department for the Town of East Hartford, CT – Government's first annual Festival of Flight!

We will be out there with one of our ladder trucks for the kids to take pictures and see up close.

This event is free and fun for the whole family on Saturday, September 19th from 11am - 4pm. Hope to see you out there!

09/05/2026

The East Hartford Fire Department would like to announce the promotion of Alexander Bowyer to Lieutenant.
Lt. Bowyer has served in an acting capacity for several months and as of Thursday, September 3rd he is promoted to Lieutenant. He will continue in his role on Engine 3 with Group 4.
Congratulations Lt. Bowyer!!

07/30/2026

The East Hartford Fire Department would like to announce the promotion of Kevin Ring to Lieutenant.
Lt. Ring has served in an acting capacity for a while and as of today, July 30th, he is promoted to Lieutenant. He will continue in his role on Engine 3 with Group 2.
Congratulations Lt. Ring!

07/30/2026

On Wednesday, July 29th, 2026, 20 Cadets graduated the East Hartford First Responder Youth Academy (FRYA).
This program supported by ReadyCT and presented by members of the East Hartford Fire and Police Departments, gives these teens a glimpse into the world of public service. This group of cadets was extremely enthusiastic and eager. They learned various skills that firefighters and police use everyday to provide service to the community. The cadets also learned to value of teamwork, hard-work, and leadership.

Congratulations to all of 2026 FYRA graduates.

Pictured below are some photos from the graduation along with some pictures of the skills practiced over the 5 weeks.

Also, thank you to CT Lead for hosting the graduation ceremony!

07/23/2026

The East Hartford Fire Department would like to wish Lt. Clint Marth a happy and healthy retirement. Lt. Marth has served the citizens of East Hartford for 26 years. Congratulations Clint!!

06/27/2026

The East Hartford Fire Department would like to congratulate Carlens, Samuel, and Carter on their completion of the Connecticut Fire Academy’s Introduction to the Fire Service (ITTFS). They were part of Cadet Class #57. This program gives teens the opportunity to train at the fire academy for a week, learning common firefighting and rescue skills. Also, congratulations to the Connecticut Fire Academy and the many instructors involved in this cadet camp, as it celebrates 30 years of providing this incredible experience to Connecticut’s youth. Carlens and Carter were able to represent the East Hartford Fire Department with collaboration from ReadyCT, which provides a bridge for students to explore careers such as public safety.
Also pictured are Assistant Chief Eric Munsell, Apparatus Operator Matt Struble, and Lieutenant Dan Foran. All 3 work for East Hartford and also work as instructors at the Connecticut Fire Academy. AO Struble also has the dubious honor of being a coordinator for the ITTFS program.

05/25/2026

This morning, 5/25/26, at about 3:43am, the East Hartford Fire Department was dispatched to 73 Bissell Street for a structure fire. On scene crews found a 2 story, 2 unit residential building with fire coming from a second floor window. Crews got a hoseline in place within minutes of arrival and knocked down the fire in about 15 minutes. All occupants were reported out and fire crews searched the building to confirm. About 7 occupants will be displaced. No injuries were reported for both occupants and responders. The East Hartford Fire Marshal’s office is investigating the cause of the fire.

Mutual aid for town coverage was provided by Manchester Fire Department and Hartford Fire Department.

East Hartford Police Department and Ambulance service of Manchester were also on scene to assist with the incident.

05/21/2026

Congratulations to Christopher Daly and Tyler Elliott, as they have graduated from the Connecticut Fire Academy recruit training program. They were part of Recruit Class #77 and will start their probationary period with the East Hartford Fire Department. They will complete department specific fire training and perform paramedic field training as part of the probation.

Welcome to the East Hartford family!

EHFD also congratulates all the new recruits on completion of this program and wish the best on your new careers.

A special thanks to the Hero to Hero program that supports military members in the pursuit of training and education for careers in public safety. This helps veterans bridge the gap from their military service into civilian jobs. East Hartford has been fortunate to have hired a few former service members through this program. Tyler Elliott started the academy with the Hero to Hero program and graduated as a member of the East Hartford Fire Department!

Again congratulations to all!

Address

31 School Street
East Hartford, CT
06108

Telephone

+18602917400

Website

https://www.easthartfordct.gov/fire-department

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