North Reading, MA Firefighters Local 1857

10/23/2026

This week saw all North Reading Firefighters conduct their biennial CPR refresher training. This mandatory refresher for both EMTs and Paramedics provides a back to basics skill review for adult and pediatric patients if they were to require cardiopulmonary resuscitation among other lifesaving skills.

10/21/2026

On Sunday we opened our doors for our annual Open House.

Great weather provided the perfect backdrop for a very fun event. We welcomed a large crowd of all ages to see our firetrucks, watch equipment demos and speak with your North Reading Firefighters!

Thanks to all who visited and we will see you next year!

10/20/2026

A North Reading resident and Stoneham firefighter needs your help!

Consider making a donation to the PFFM Foundation, 100% or all donations will be sent directly to Chris as he recovers from his injuries. Any amount will help.

https://give.pffmfoundation.org/campaign/858854/donate

10/20/2026

Last night at 7pm dispatchers toned the on-duty crew to 11 Washington St for the report of a house fire. Engine 3 arrived with nothing showing but while investigating found smoke banked down to the floor at the top of the stairs on the top floor and requested the working fire assignment. Firefighters found a room and contents fire which was quickly extinguished with no extension past the room of origin. North Reading Engine 3 & Ladder 1 responded with on-duty personnel and off duty members recalled on the all tone responded with Engines 2 and 1 and Ambulance 2, as well as C1, C2 and L5. Assisting on scene were engines from Middleton and Reading, a Lynnfield Rescue and Rehab 5. Covering the town during the fire were engines from Andover and Wakefield. There were no injuries, and the cause, while still under investigation is believed to be a lithium-ion battery that malfunctioned.

10/13/2026

North Reading Firefighters Local 1857 was recently informed that Town of North Reading has accepted a federal grant from FEMA through the SAFER (Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response) program.

This grant will allow the North Reading Fire Department to increase staffing to eight firefighters per shift, marking another significant step forward in strengthening our department’s ability to serve the community.

This increase builds upon the staffing improvements we have seen over the past several years and represents an important investment in both public safety and firefighter safety. Having additional personnel available allows us to more effectively staff our fire apparatus and ambulances, improving our ability to respond to emergencies safely and efficiently.

As North Reading continues to grow, so too does the demand for Fire and EMS services. Our emergency call volume continues to increase, and ensuring that adequate personnel are available to respond is essential to meeting the needs of our community. Whether responding to a structure fire, a medical emergency, or any of the countless other situations we encounter, having sufficient staffing during those critical initial minutes can make a significant difference.

We would like to express our appreciation to Chief Stats, Town Administration, and Select Board for their continued commitment to strengthening public safety in North Reading. Their efforts and support have been instrumental in making these improvements possible.

Above all, we extend our heartfelt thanks to the residents of North Reading for their continued trust and support. We recognize that maintaining and improving essential public services requires an ongoing commitment from the entire community, and we do not take that support for granted.

It remains our greatest privilege to serve and protect the residents of North Reading. Your continued support allows us to better fulfill that responsibility, and we remain committed to providing the highest level of Fire and EMS services possible.

As always, thank you and stay safe.

10/12/2026

Last night just after 11pm North Reading Fire was dispatched to the report of a car accident in the area of 287 Elm St. Upon arrival of Engine 2 it was confirmed that a single vehicle had rolled over and that the operator was trapped. North Readings ambulance was already occupied on another medical call that had come in before this MVA so a mutual aid ambulance was dispatched from Middleton. After approximately 15 minutes of extrication using the patient was freed from the vehicle and transported by Middleton to an area hospital.

10/09/2026

Come visit with us next Sunday, October 18th from 11am-2pm as we open our doors for the annual Fire Safety Week Open House.

Open to visitors of all ages, see the station, climb aboard fire trucks, see demonstrations of Firefighting and lifesaving equipment. Learn more about firefighting gear, operations and fire safety. Enjoy a free slice of pizza and much more!

Spread the word and we hope to see you next week, rain or shine!

10/08/2026

Apparatus has come a long way in the past two hundred years!

North Reading : George Spear With The 1816 Norh Reading Water Witch - 1949.

10/05/2026

Hey everyone!

The 2026 Breast Cancer shirts are available from pickup.

If you chose the option to pick up at the firehouse they will be available starting tomorrow.

Please note they will be available from 8am-4pm Monday-Thursday and 8am-1pm Friday ONLY. Outside of these hours, there is no guarantee that there will be anyone at the station to help you get your purchase!

If you ordered as part of an organization (local hospital, school, town hall, etc) we will gather your orders and deliver them!