In December of 2006, Stamford Firefighter's had some of best Terrorism / Building Collapse training possible. These members pulled an all-nighter in some Bridgeport buildings that were scheduled to be torn down.... all for the sake of training. It was as close to real as you can imagine.
The SFD battled a 3-Alarm structure fire at 286 Greenwich Ave on Monday, March 3, 2007. Firefighters were dispatched to a reported structure fire shortly after noon. On arrival, heavy fire was encountered in the three-story wood-frame house. Due to the size and intensity of the fire, it quickly spread to two [...]
On January 24, 2008, Stamford Firefighters battled a two-alarm structure fire at 54 Adams Avenue. The incident was first reported at approximately 8:38 am by a caller who stated “there was a lot of black smoke coming out of the house”. When the first fire units arrived on the scene, [...]
An empty Cedar Street warehouse went up in flames, spreading to two homes, two garages and at least seven vehicles before it was put under control. No injuries were reported. The fire began at a warehouse at 45 Cedar St. at 1:45 p.m.. The warehouse was destroyed. One of the [...]
Matthew T. Palmer was cited for his life saving efforts while he was off duty. He was on his way home from working an extra shift at the Stamford Fire and Rescue Department when he stopped to assist a man who had collapsed on the sidewalk in front of a [...]
Matthew T. Palmer was cited for his life-saving efforts while he was off duty. He was on his way home from working an extra shift at the Stamford Fire and Rescue Department when he stopped to assist a man who had collapsed on the sidewalk in front of a building [...]
Group #4, Station #1 Fire Lieutenant James B. Arndt has been chosen as the 2010 “Firefighter of the Year” for his outstanding & unconditional service and contribution to this department. Jim has devoted an exorbitant amount of time to establishing the MDT system, Firehouse maintenance, PC & printer repair and [...]
It was a Tuesday at 5:40 pm when units were dispatched to a reported house fire. Engine #4 was the first unit on the scene and confirmed a working fire in the basement at 79 Horton St. Firefighters made an aggressive attack by trying to descend the basement stairs, but the fire [...]
Captain Eric G. Lorenz has worked for the Stamford Fire Rescue Department (SFRD) since January 19, 1995 where he has progressed through the ranks to his current position of Fire Captain. Captain Lorenz is a devoted firefighter and has contributed much of his time to the betterment of others through [...]
Captain Eric G. Lorenz has worked for the Stamford Fire Rescue Department (SFRD) since January 19, 1995 where he has progressed through the ranks to his current position of Fire Captain. Captain Lorenz is a devoted firefighter and has contributed much of his time to the betterment of others through [...]
