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2 weeks ago

SFD Press Release: Captain Scott's Fire - 71 Tupper Road. Thank you to all of our mutual aid partners for assisting. Bourne Fire/Rescue & Emergency ServicesHyannis Barnstable Fire Department Mashpee Fire DepartmentWareham Onset Fire Rescue West Barnstable Fire DepartmentFire Plymouth Fire COMM Massachusetts Department of Fire Services Providence Canteen Cotuit Fire ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

SFD Training Today: SFD personnel and bike team members will be training today in the Maple Swamp Conservation Area in remote patient extraction and trail bike evolutions until 1300 hrs. if you see public safety activity in and around Maple Swamp.JBCC will also be doing (2) controlled burns today, one near the Sheriff's Office on the South Side of the base and the 2nd in the adjacent area of the Cape Cod Space Force Station near Route 6. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Stop by on Saturday, April 19, from 9am to 11am have your child’s car seat inspected to ensure it’s installed properly and safely. No appointments are necessary during this event! Can’t make it but still want to have your car seat checked? Give us a call at (508) 888-0525 to schedule an appointment. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

Training Day: The Sandwich Fire Department will be conducting several training evolutions today to test Hurricane and Wildland Fire protocols. Firefighters will be training at the Upper Shawme Dam and utilizing the Cook's Conservation Parking lot across from the Old Wing School from 8am to 2pm today, instruction on wildland fire procedures under the direction of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Forest Fire Division will be taking place.Firefighters will also be conducting driver training of the departments high water vehicles in and around Town Neck - Boardwalk Rd - Dewey Avenue and Salt Marsh Road.A third group will be testing and practicing Continuity of Government functions and alternate communications equipment at Sandwich Town Hall - 100 Route 6A.Ambulances will practice staging and responding from alternate locations downtown to simulate coastal storm surge flooding. All activities will be wrapped up by 3pm. On duty personnel will handle the day to day calls as usual. The training was funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

SFD Press Release on 2-acre brush fire in East Sandwich. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

Currently 563 homes in Sandwich without power due to (2) power lines being down in the vicinity of 56 and 157 Great Hill Road. Eversource is on scene with SFD. Estimated restoral is 330pm. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

SFD Press Release on 2-acre brush fire in East Sandwich. ... See MoreSee Less

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Online Fire Permits

The Sandwich Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Office, situated at the 251 Cotuit Road station, operates Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Residential inspections are conducted Monday to Thursday from 8 am to 12 pm. Inspection sign-ups can be done either in person at the station or via an online link provided. For inquiries regarding permits or inspections, individuals are encouraged to contact the office directly. The department offers online permit applications and inspection scheduling for ease of access.

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Fire Safety

Fire Safety and prevention are like putting out a fire before it starts. Read the posts below for important safety tips & information to help you Fire Safe & Smart! View & print PDFs to share and post.

Public Education

Sandwich Fire Department shares a strong commitment to public education across all of its firefighters. The opportunity to teach fire safety in our community is valuable to all of us. We encourage you to reach out to us for class schedules and learning initiatives.

In The Community

Sandwich Fire Department stays active in the community by hosting and attending events, getting involved in community concerns and representing SFD with pride throughout the Town. We’re here for the citizens of Sandwich.