Greenwich Fire Department

10/21/2026

Over the next two weeks, Greenwich firefighters are participating in specialized search training led by Sean Gray of Evolving Fireground.

This week’s training focused on the science, techniques, and tactical considerations involved in searching for and locating victims during a building fire.

Beginning Sunday morning, firefighters will put these skills into practice under live-fire conditions at the North Street Training Facility. This portion of the training will be conducted by Flash Fire Industries.

Searching for and rescuing civilians is a top priority at every fire. Training like this helps ensure our firefighters are prepared to make critical decisions and perform these operations safely and effectively when lives are on the line.

Thank you to Sean Gray, Evolving Fireground, and Flash Fire Industries for helping our members sharpen these essential skills.

Town of Greenwich

10/14/2026

On Friday, members of the Greenwich Fire Department participated in a Pediatric Outdoor Simulation sponsored by Greenwich Hospital and Greenwich Emergency Medical Service.

The event featured hands-on scenarios focused on responding to pediatric emergencies, providing participants with valuable opportunities to practice their skills and work together in realistic emergency situations.

The day concluded with the Sound Beach Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. Dive Team recovering a simulated drowning victim from the water. Participants then practiced providing emergency medical care and coordinating transport to the hospital.

Training opportunities that bring multiple emergency service providers together strengthen coordination, improve emergency response capabilities, and help ensure we are prepared to serve our community when it matters most.

Greenwich Professional Firefighters Sound Beach Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. Town of Greenwich Greenwich Police Greenwich Office of Emergency Management First Selectman Fred Camillo

10/13/2026

Our five recruits continue to train hard at the Bridgeport Regional Fire Recruit Academy!

They recently completed two weeks of intense live-fire training, including:

🔥 100+ live-fire evolutions
🪚 100+ roof-cutting operations
🚪 Hundreds of forcible entry repetitions
🚒 Countless hours of company operations

This demanding, hands-on training is helping prepare our recruits to return to the Town of Greenwich with the skills and experience needed to serve our community.

Members of the Greenwich Fire Department’s Training Division spent several days at the academy, working alongside our recruits and observing their progress firsthand.

We thank the Bridgeport, CT Fire Department for hosting this regional academy and providing our recruits with this valuable training experience.

10/12/2026

🚒 Greenwich Fire Department Receives New Respiratory Protection Equipment

The Greenwich Fire Department has received delivery of 150 new Scott SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) units and associated equipment to replace our existing respiratory protection equipment.

The delivery includes:

▪️ 150 Scott XD Wire Frame Air Paks
▪️ AV3000 HT Facepieces
▪️ 30- and 60-minute air cylinders
▪️ Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) Paks
▪️ SEMS 3.0 Gateways/Modems
▪️ Royce Shields SCBA Identifiers

This delivery represents the culmination of a multi-year project that included extensive research, presentations, and equipment trials involving multiple manufacturers to determine the best solution for our department.

Over the next month, all Greenwich firefighters will undergo training to become familiar with the new equipment and its features, ensuring they are prepared to use it effectively in the field.

The Greenwich Fire Department would like to thank everyone who contributed their time and expertise throughout this process, as well as the Greenwich First Selectman’s Office, the Board of Estimate and Taxation, and the Representative Town Meeting (RTM) for their support in making this important investment possible.

Providing our firefighters with the equipment and training they need to safely serve and protect the Greenwich community remains a priority. Thank you to everyone who helped bring this project to completion!

Town of Greenwich First Selectman Fred Camillo Greenwich Professional Firefighters Cos Cob Fire Police Patrol Cos Cob Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 Glenville Volunteer Fire Sound Beach Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. Round Hill Volunteer Fire Company AAA Emergency Supply Co. Inc.

10/06/2026

10/02/2026

Units are on scene of a smoke condition in a building at the corner of Grigg St and Greenwich Ave, please use caution in the area.

09/30/2026

Congratulations to Lieutenant Russ Paltauf on his retirement today!

Russ joined the Greenwich Fire Department in September 2006 after previously serving as a firefighter with the City of Waterbury. He went on to enjoy a long and dedicated career in the fire service and was promoted to Lieutenant in July 2018.

We thank Russ for his many years of service and dedication to the Greenwich Fire Department and the community.

Congratulations, Russ, and best wishes in retirement! You will be missed!

09/28/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Greenwich Fire Department Awarded Assistance to Firefighter Grant for Fireground Water Supply

The Town of Greenwich has been awarded $81,200 through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Fiscal Year 2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program to provide advanced pump operator and tanker shuttle training for the Greenwich Fire Department.

The funding will provide Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator and Tanker Shuttle Operator certification training for Greenwich’s career and volunteer firefighters, representing a significant investment in the Department’s ability to establish and maintain reliable fireground water supplies throughout the community.

The training is essential to fire protection in Greenwich’s backcountry. “This is especially important in the backcountry, where the absence of municipal hydrants, combined with large properties, extended setbacks and lengthy driveways, can create additional challenges for fire suppression. Establishing and maintaining a dependable water supply is essential to sustaining an effective fire attack.” Stated Assistant Fire Chief Charles Lubowicki.

The Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator training will strengthen firefighters’ skills in pump operations, and the tanker Shuttle Operator training will focus on establishing static water supply and the coordinated movement of apparatus needed to maintain a sustainable fireground water supply. The training will also strengthen interoperability between Greenwich’s firefighters and mutual aid departments.

“A reliable water supply is one of the most fundamental requirements of an effective fire attack, and that becomes significantly more complex when a fire occurs in an area without fire hydrants,” said Fire Chief Joseph McHugh, “This grant provides an important opportunity to strengthen the skills of our career and volunteer firefighters and ensure our personnel are prepared to establish and maintain the water supplies necessary to protect our community.”

The Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program supports fire departments and emergency response organizations in improving their ability to protect the public and firefighting personnel from fire and fire-related hazards. FEMA determined that Greenwich’s project was consistent with the purpose of the AFG program and worthy of funding.

The Greenwich Fire Department would like to thank the Town of Greenwich administration and elected officials in supporting the department to continue to strive to provide the best response possible.

Media Contact:
Assistant Fire Chief Charles Lubowicki
Greenwich Fire Department
15 Havemeyer Place
Greenwich, CT 06830
203-622-3950

Town of Greenwich First Selectman Fred Camillo Greenwich Free Press Greenwich Time Greenwich Sentinel Cos Cob Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 Cos Cob Fire Police Patrol Glenville Volunteer Fire Sound Beach Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. Round Hill Volunteer Fire Company Greenwich Professional Firefighters

09/28/2026

Monday morning storm update from Greenwich Office of Emergency Management

Greenwich Storm Update- Monday Sept. 28th @ 0700am

As of this time, there are 57 power outages across Greenwich and 10 active utility-related incidents. Eversource crews remain in the field working to restore power and repair damaged infrastructure.

Please note that North Street remains closed in the area of 751 North Street at South Stanwich Road due to a blocked intersection. South Stanwich Road is open to traffic.

Current road closures include:

• North Street (near 751 North Street at South Stanwich Road)
• 20 Windabout Drive
• 4 Old Camp Lane
• 230 South Water Street
• 26 Parsonage Road
• 42 Will Merry Lane

Please avoid closed roadways, Do not drive around blocked road signs an barricades, use caution around utility crews and downed wires, and allow extra travel time if driving through affected areas.
Thank you for your patience as restoration and repair work continues.
Stay Safe, Greenwich.

09/27/2026

We continue to respond to calls for trees and wires down because of the windy conditions associated with the nor’easter.

Below is an update from Greenwich Office of Emergency Management

🚧 GREENWICH ROAD CLOSURE & POWER OUTAGE UPDATE 🚧 Sunday Sept. 27th @ 9:00am

Due to downed trees, wires, and storm-related hazards, the following roads are currently impacted with down trees/and or wires. Please remember- Do not approach any downed wires.

In the area of:
• 31 Fairway Lane
• 261 Cognewaugh Road
• 1 Museum Drive
• 90 Porchuck Road
• 82 Brookside Drive
• 16 Round Hill Road
• 40 Lower Cross Road
• 111 Bible Street
• 59 Halsey Drive
• 3 North Street
• 1 Western Junior Highway
• 9 Paddock Drive
• 7 Hidden Brook Road
• 20 Windabout Drive
• Old Camp Lane at Cat Rock Road
• 124 Dingletown Road

⚠️ Numerous other roads throughout town are partially blocked by fallen branches and storm debris. Conditions may change as additional reports are received and cleanup operations continue.

Please avoid unnecessary travel if possible. If you must be on the road, use caution, watch for emergency crews and utility personnel, and never approach downed wires.

We have 309 Residents without power, with over 40 separate incidents. The two largest outages are in the area of Brookside Drive and Hamilton Avenue. There are many small outages which will take time to be restored. Eversource crews and contractors are working throughout town to Make-Safe areas, open blocked roads, and restore power.

Stay Safe Greenwich!

First Selectman Fred Camillo
Town of Greenwich
Greenwich Free Press
Greenwich Sentinel
Greenwich Time