Hardwick Fire Department

08/19/2026

Hardwick | MA | 16 Old Petersham Road | VEHICLE FIRE | Engine-1 on scene with a fully engulfed vehicle, with possible exposure issues to a barn. M/A tanker from New Braintree requested to the scene | 08/19/2026 - 18:25

18:27 - Car-3 reporting they have water on the fire. All units continuing into the scene.

18:31 - Car-3 advising the fire has been knocked down. Extensive overhaul.

19:02 - M/A units from New Braintree returning from the scene. Hardwick personnel picking up.

04/07/2026

We are pleased to announce Hardwick Fire Department was awarded $12,456.92 through FY26 Firefighter Safety and Equipment Grant Program. These funds will be used to purchase updated safety equipment for our firefighter, as well as , new equipment to better serve the community.

03/23/2026

West Brookfield | MA | 50 Ragged Hill Road | STRUCTURE FIRE | Units dispatched for a reported structure fire | 03/23/2026 - 11:58

12:00 - Striking the Second Alarm Assignment

12:03 - West Brookfield Rescue Squad, Ambulance-3 on scene reporting a 20×30 two car attached garage with heavy fire and smoke showing, extending to the 2-1/2 story residence.

12:10 - Command (Warren Car-1) striking the Third Alarm Assignment at this time. Multiple mutual aid responding to the scene. EMS treating (1) burn victim. DWH

12:18 - Command striking the 4th Alarm Assignment. Setting up tanker operations, at this time.

12:37 - 4th Alarm+ tankers from Brimfield, Holland and Wales requested to the scene.

13:19 - Command advising that the bulk of the fire is knocked down. Extensive overhaul. (3) LSO

03/14/2026

03/14/2026

🚒 Big congratulations to three members of the Hardwick Fire Department who have officially graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy!

FF Lowell
FF Thompson
FF Eck

After weeks of rigorous training, dedication, and teamwork, these firefighters have successfully completed the program and are ready to bring their skills back to serve the Hardwick community. The academy is known for its demanding curriculum that prepares firefighters for real-world emergency situations, and completing it is a major accomplishment.

Your Hardwick Fire Department family is proud of your commitment, hard work, and willingness to serve. Thank you for stepping up to protect our town. 👏

Please join us in congratulating these three members on this outstanding achievement!