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Volunteer Fire Company serving Haddam, Connecticut. Our response area is about 46 square miles populated by about 7,300 people.

The Haddam Volunteer Fire Company responds to all areas in the Town of Haddam west of the Connecticut River, including the Villages of Higganum and Tylerville. We work out of three stations and are an entirely volunteer organization established back in 1930.

10/19/2026

At 2:16 a.m. on Oct. 18, Haddam Volunteer Fire Company, with mutual aid response from Killingworth Volunteer Fire Co., responded to a motor vehicle accident on Killingworth Road near the Higganum Reservoir.

A vehicle flipped on the driver’s side trapping the operator. After stabilizing the vehicle with cribbing and rescue struts, crews used Hurst tools to remove the vehicle’s roof to access and extricate the patient.

The patient was evaluated on scene by EMS personnel and transported to Hartford Hospital via Haddam Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc.

HVFC closed a section of Killingworth Road during the incident.

Connecticut State Police are investigating the accident.

10/16/2026

Haddam Volunteer Fire Company is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to support Fire Prevention Week. This year’s FPW theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower,” focuses on the simple steps people can take to recharge safely. Safe charging means making smart choices every time you plug in.

Many devices used in our daily lives - phones, tablets, laptops, tools, toys, e-bikes, and scooters—run on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which store a lot of energy in a small space. If they are damaged or charged the wrong way, they can overheat, start a fire, or even explode.

“The way you charge your lithium-ion battery devices can make a difference in helping prevent home fires,” said HVFC Lt. Kris Proto. “It comes down to using simple habits each time you plug in.”

HVFC and NFPA offer the following tips:

• Use the cord and charger that came with your device or one approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

• Charge devices on a table, desk, or other hard, flat surface. Do not charge them on beds, couches, or under pillows. Devices and chargers produce heat during normal charging. Soft surfaces can trap heat and block airflow, which can cause the battery to overheat.

• Stop using your device if it feels very hot, starts to swell, is smoking, or has a strange smell. These are warning signs that the battery may be damaged or failing.

• Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Do not leave it plugged in longer than needed. Leaving a device plugged in too long can increase heat and stress on the battery.

• Charge larger items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside and away from exits. These batteries are larger and store more energy. If they fail, fires can grow quickly and spread.

• When on a plane, keep your device where you can see it while charging. Do not charge devices in overhead compartments. Do not charge e-cigarettes or vapes on a plane. If a battery overheats or fails, it is important for the flight crew to respond quickly.

Firefighters are stressing the “Safe Charging Is a Superpower” theme while visiting area schools this month. On Oct. 16, crews visited Young Horizons Day Care, and on Oct. 23, they visited Burr Elementary School and the HK Cubs Child Care Center.

10/15/2026

Captain Paul Costello welcomed area firefighters and EMS personnel aboard the newly renovated Lady Kate riverboat on Oct. 13 for a tour focused on emergency preparedness. ⛴️ 🧯👩🏽‍🚒

Docked at Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam, the 210-ton, three-deck vessel hosts up to 160 guests for public cruises and private events on the Connecticut River.

Costello and his crew guided members of Haddam Volunteer Fire Company through the boat, identifying firefighting and safety equipment, emergency shutoffs, access points, and power disconnects.⛴️ 🧯👩🏽‍🚒

The walkthrough familiarized first responders with the vessel’s layout and safety systems, helping them prepare to work alongside the crew should an emergency require firefighting, medical assistance, or passenger evacuation.

10/14/2026

TOMORROW! The Military Whist card game, played at tables of four, is a combination of luck, skill and surprise! Join the Haddam Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary for their Annual Military Whist Card Party!

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Thursday, Oct. 15
Station One, 439 Saybrook Road, Higganum.
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Doors open at 5:30 p.m., refreshments will be served at 6 p.m., and the game starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 and will be sold at the door on a first-come basis.
If you have questions, call 860-345-8351. Mark your calendar!

10/10/2026

On Oct. 10, members of Haddam Volunteer Fire Company participated in a live burn at the Guilford Fire Department’s training facility. 🔥

Under the coordination of HVFC Firefighter Jed Morrissey—who also serves as a full-time firefighter, ahem, Captain,👨‍✈️ with Guilford—firefighters trained in realistic fire conditions to sharpen their interior firefighting skills. 🔥🔥

Thank you 🚒Guilford Fire Department 🚒for allowing us to use your burn building!

(Photos by Olivia Drake, HVFC, Connecticut Fire Photographers Association)

10/06/2026

At 6 a.m. this morning (Oct. 6), Haddam Volunteer Fire Company and Chester Hose Company Inc. responded to a motor vehicle accident on Route 9 South near the Exit 10 overpass. A vehicle traveling southbound rolled over and stopped in the center median. Firefighters extricated the operator by cutting part of the roof.

The operator was evaluated on scene by Chester Ambulance and Middlesex medic then transported to Hartford HealthCare with injuries.

Crews closed the center lane of traffic during the incident.

Connecticut State Police are investigating.

10/05/2026

On Oct. 3, Haddam Volunteer Fire Company requested the services of LIFE STAR, a critical care medical transport helicopter, to assist with a patient experiencing a medical emergency.

HVFC established a landing zone at the former Haddam Elementary School grounds. A landing zone, or LZ, must be established on a level surface measuring at least 100 by 100 feet and be clear of people, vehicles, wires, or other obstructions.

The patient was transported to Middlesex Hospital via Haddam Volunteer Ambulance Service with LIFE STAR personnel on the ambulance.

09/27/2026

Members of Haddam Volunteer Fire Company provided four days of standby fire protection and EMS coverage at the 106th Durham Fair, held Sept. 24-27.

Every hour, designated teams walked a section of the fairgrounds looking for any safety hazards and potential fire risks. They also helped treat injured fair-goers and offered children tours of the apparatus.

HVFC was on scene with Engine 1-13, UTV-13, and Car-13.

09/23/2026

Join us in celebrating Firefighter Jamie Kuchyt’s 45 years of service to the Town of Haddam! 👨‍🚒👨‍🔥🚒 ⭐👏

Jamie joined Haddam Volunteer Fire Company’s Junior Division in September 1981 and became a regular member in 1983. He was promoted to the rank of firefighter on October 3, 1983.

During his four-plus decades of service, Jamie was appointed second assistant chief, captain, and lieutenant. He served as a Training Officer, Junior Advisor, Mechanical Engineer, Equipment Secretary, and chaired the Fire Prevention Committee. He’s currently a Veteran Driver.

Jamie’s brother, Scott Kucht, has also served the company for 47 years, and Jamie’s wife, Teresa Kuchyt, has served the company for 34 years. Jamie and Scott's father, Martin Kuchyt, served for 17 years and his nephews, Mike and Kyle Kuchyt, also served as HVFC firefighters. Jamie also is the nephew of the late Robert Kuchyt, who served 43 years.

Jamie received his 45-years-of-service pin during the company's September meeting.

Congratulations Jamie! 👨‍🚒👨‍🔥🚒 ⭐👏

09/22/2026

Please join us in congratulating Abbie Brown and Saige Sevigny on completing their probationary periods at HVFC. Abbie was promoted to firefighter in September and Saige to EMS personnel in August.

Do you have what it takes? Volunteers are needed! Learn more at https://haddamvolunteerfirecompany.com

Address

439 Saybrook Road
Higganum, CT
06441

Website

http://www.haddamfire.com/

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