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Winsted Fire Department Winsted Fire Department is a Volunteer Fire Department. www.winstedfire.org or call 860-379-5155

🚒 Training. Teamwork. A little friendly competition.Monday night, our members spent the evening working on ladder operat...
09/23/2026

🚒 Training. Teamwork. A little friendly competition.

Monday night, our members spent the evening working on ladder operations, getting hands-on with both our ground ladders and the aerial device on Truck 11.

Training like this helps build the skills, confidence, and muscle memory our firefighters rely on when it matters most. And sometimes, a little competition makes the training even more engaging!

A special thank-you to Captain Mike LaMere for turning the evening's training into a bit of a challenge and bringing some friendly competition to the crew. It was a great way to learn, work together, and have a little fun along the way.

The work we put in during training helps us be ready for whatever call comes through the door. 💪🔥

09/22/2026

At just 33 years old, Connecticut’s FF Zach Marcus is facing end-stage renal disease and is currently undergoing dialysis while urgently seeking a kidney transplant. As he fights for his health, his family of five is facing significant emotional and financial challenges. Zach has dedicated nearly ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMulti-Agency Response to Crystal Lake Water EmergencyWi******er, CT – September 17, 2026Emergency p...
09/17/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Multi-Agency Response to Crystal Lake Water Emergency

Wi******er, CT – September 17, 2026

Emergency personnel dispatched to Secret Lake in the Algonquin State Forest at approximately 7:10p.m. Wednesday for a report of a person who had been seen going underwater.

Winsted Police Department, Wi******er Fire Department and Winsted Fire Department personnel responded and began coordinating a search for the individual. Winsted Firefighters entered the lake wearing immersion suits while Wi******er Fire launched its boat to assist with the search.

During the operation, a Winsted Firefighter located the individual in the water. Fire personnel recovered the individual and brought them to shore using a Stokes basket, where Winsted EMS and Medic 3 provided medical assessment. The individual was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Region 5 Dive Team was requested but ultimately was not needed.

Wi******er Fire and Winsted emergency personnel remained on scene to assist Winsted Police and Connecticut DEEP Environmental Conservation Police with the investigation. The scene was subsequently turned over to Winsted Police.

The incident remains under investigation by the Winsted Police Department and appropriate investigating agencies. No further information regarding the individual is known at this time.

The Winsted Fire Department extends its sincerest condolences to the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time. While the outcome was not what we had hoped for, the dedicated efforts of all emergency responders involved demonstrated the professionalism, courage, and commitment of those who responded to this incident.
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Today we honor the people who lost their lives on September 11th, 2001. It was a day full of tragedy, sadness, and confu...
09/11/2026

Today we honor the people who lost their lives on September 11th, 2001. It was a day full of tragedy, sadness, and confusion. We remember the 2,977 people who died that day, including the 343 firefighters who answered their last call. As you go through your day today, I encourage you to remember that day, remember the families of the fallen, the people left behind, and of course the people who never had the chance to make it home.

If you have friends or loved ones who are not around that day, please tell them about it because it is something that has become an important part of our history, especially in the fire service. And just as important as the history lesson, please tell them what kind of people we all were on September 12th, 2001.

We opened our homes and our hearts to people, we called loved ones we hadn't talked to in a very long time, and we were kind and compassionate simply for the sake of being kind. On this 25th anniversary, we remember those who lost their lives that day, and the people most deeply impacted by September 11th, 2001. And we vow to never, ever forget.

#911 #343

🎂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 🎂As we wind down the summer, we’re taking a moment to celebrate some of our own!Please join us in wish...
09/01/2026

🎂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 🎂

As we wind down the summer, we’re taking a moment to celebrate some of our own!

Please join us in wishing a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to:

🎉 Netty Blass
🎉 Josh Harris
🎉 Kelly McAllister
🎉 Owen Roy
🎉 Evan Sartirana
🎉 Howard Whitbeck

From all of us at the Fire Department, we hope you each had a fantastic birthday and wish you a year ahead filled with happiness, good health, and plenty of great moments!

Happy Birthday, everyone! 🥳🎂🚒

🚤 Boat Refresher Training at Highland Lake 🚒Tonight, members of the department headed to Highland Lake for some hands-on...
09/01/2026

🚤 Boat Refresher Training at Highland Lake 🚒

Tonight, members of the department headed to Highland Lake for some hands-on boat refresher training with Marine 1.

Regular training helps our crews stay familiar with our equipment, sharpen our skills, and remain ready to respond when someone needs us—whether that call comes from the road or the water.

A big thank you to everyone who participated tonight and helped make the training a success. We appreciate the time and commitment our members continue to put in to keep our community safe.

🌊 Train today. Be ready tomorrow.

🚑 YOU’RE INVITED! 🚑Come join our friends at Winsted Area Ambulance for their Open House on Saturday, September 12th, fro...
08/28/2026

🚑 YOU’RE INVITED! 🚑

Come join our friends at Winsted Area Ambulance for their Open House on Saturday, September 12th, from 1:00–4:00 PM!
This is a great opportunity for the whole family to stop by, have some fun, and learn more about the people who help keep our community safe. ❤️

There will be plenty to see and do, including:
🚑 Touch an ambulance, cruiser, or firetruck!
💦 Take your best shot at the Dunk Tank!
📚 Learn about Winsted Area Ambulance history and traditions
❤️🧠 Pick up some important medical tips about heart attacks and strokes

📞 Learn how to call 911—and help teach the kids!
Whether you're interested in emergency services, want to meet the people behind the ambulance, or simply want a fun afternoon for the family, come out and say hello!
We hope to see you there! 🚑🚒👨‍🚒❤️
Winsted Area Ambulance — volunteering since 1968… because your life may depend on it.

08/26/2026

🚨 AREA FIRE DEPARTMENTS — THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! 🚨

The Winsted Fire Department is pleased to open registration to area departments for an upcoming training opportunity with Leigh H. Shapiro, retired Deputy Chief of the Hartford Fire Department.

Join us on Saturday, October 10, 2026, for a full day of professional development at the Litchfield County Regional Fire School.

📚 Classes: • Critical Thinking for Fire Officer Development
• First Due Boss for Beginners

📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM
📍 Litchfield County Regional Fire School
606 Burr Mountain Road
Torrington, CT 06790

💰 Registration: $75 per person
🍽️ Lunch will be provided

Registration is open to members of area fire departments, so share this with your officers, aspiring officers, and anyone looking to strengthen their first-due and leadership skills.

💳 Electronic payment: Scan the QR code on the flyer.

💵 Check payments: Make checks payable to Winsted Fire Department.

Space is limited, so don't wait to register!

We look forward to seeing departments from around the area for a great day of training and professional development. 🚒

A HUGE THANK YOU to our amazing community! ❤️🚒Our annual carnival is officially in the books, and we couldn’t have done ...
08/25/2026

A HUGE THANK YOU to our amazing community! ❤️🚒

Our annual carnival is officially in the books, and we couldn’t have done it without YOU!

To everyone who came out to enjoy some food, purchase raffle tickets, bring the family, say hello, and support your local fire department — thank you! Your generosity and support mean more to us than you know.

Events like our carnival take an incredible amount of work, dedication, and teamwork from our members and volunteers. But the reason we continue to do it is because of the wonderful community we are proud to serve.

From all of us at the Winsted Fire Department — thank you for supporting us and for being part of our fire department family. ❤️

One Team. One Community. 🚒

We’ll see you next year! 🎡🍔🎟️

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR RAFFLE WINNERS! 🎉A huge congratulations to everyone who took home a prize in our annual raffle!...
08/23/2026

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR RAFFLE WINNERS! 🎉

A huge congratulations to everyone who took home a prize in our annual raffle! 🥳 We are thrilled to announce our winners and hope you enjoy your prizes!

🏆 Our Winners:

1️⃣ Kelly McAllister
2️⃣ Jim Lucia
3️⃣ Tracy Matteo
4️⃣ Donovan Brown
5️⃣ Suzie Larson
6️⃣ Jan Roy
7️⃣ Kelly McAllister

👏 Congratulations to all of our winners!

We also want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who purchased raffle tickets and supported our fire department. Your generosity and continued support of our members and department mean so much to us.

Every ticket purchased helps support the work we do in our community, and we are incredibly grateful to have such wonderful support from our neighbors and friends.

From all of us at the Winsted Fire Department — THANK YOU! ❤️🚒

And to our winners… CONGRATULATIONS! 🎉🏆

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27 Elm Street
Winsted, CT
06098

Telephone

+18603795155

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