The primary mission of the Salem Fire Department is to provide a range of programs designed to protect the lives and property of the citizens of the City of Salem from the adverse effects of fires, sudden medical emergencies, or exposure to dangerous conditions created by either man or nature
The Salem Massachusetts Firefighters Local 172 is an organization of dedicated professionals who are committed to serving the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through prevention, education, emergency medical and fire services.
Engine 1
Tower Ladder 2
Marine 1
Squad 1
Incident Commander
Chief
Chief Alan Dionne: (978) 744-6990
Fire Alarm non-emergency line: (978) 744-1235
Emergency Line: 911
48 Lafayette St, Salem MA 01970
Fire Marshal
Inspector
Salem Fire Prevention Line:
978-745-7777
Monday - Friday: 8am-9am and 2pm-4pm
Closed on Federal and State holidays
29 Fort Ave, Salem MA 01970
Engine 2
Fire Alarm non-emergency line:
(978) 744-1235
Request for Station 2
142 North St, Salem MA 01970
Engine 4
Ladder 1
Fire Alarm non-emergency line:
(978) 744-1235
Request for Station 4
415 Essex St, Salem MA 01970
Engine 5
Engine 6
Fire Alarm non-emergency line:
(978) 744-1235
Request for Station 5
64 Loring Ave, Salem MA 01970
The mission of the Salem Fire Department Special Operations Team is to enhance and expand upon the capabilities of Salem Fire Department by providing highly advanced training and preparedness for team members for high risk/low frequency incidents or events including but not limited to High and Low Angle Rescue and Confined Space Rescue.
The team is led by a Deputy Chief who oversees 36 sworn fire personnel, each of whom engage in countless hours of specialized training to remain prepared and equipped to meet the dynamic hazards and challenges associated with specialized rescues. This focused training is in addition to the hours spent performing their customary firefighting and emergency medical service duties.
Team members take part in up to four annual full day training events at regional industrial sites funded by private partners with equipment provided by these same private community partners. This specialized skill set is then brought back to the department and shared with the remaining department members through daily training and drills. Special Operation Team members are evenly spread throughout the departments four divisions to make this specialized skill set available to the department at all times.
Beyond specialized crisis rescues, the Special Operations Team also provides mandated standby services for many public and private entities at construction sites, utility and industrial locations.
Thanks to the generosity of the two principal private partners, Footprint at Salem Harbor Power Station and the South Essex Sewerage District, The Salem Fire Department Special Operations Team stands ready and well equipped to serve the city of Salem and the surrounding north shore region.
The CPS division of the Salem Fire Department is committed to educating parents and ensuring child safety in a motor vehicle. To request an appointment, please email SFDChildSafety@Salem.com
The SFRA provides assistance to its members and their families during times of sickness, injury, or death by means of financial
assistance from money collected by donation and member dues. The SFRA also proudly maintains monutments located at SFD Headquarters and
Harmony Grove Cemetary to honor our fallen brothers and sisters.
It is our duty to maintain the spirit of its founding principals of supporting it's members and their families to the time honored traditions
of the SFD and a lasting sense of support for our community that we serve.
Founded October 25, 1878
For donations and other requests please email: SalemFiremensReliefAssoc@Gmail.com
The main mission of the Salem Firefighters Honor Guard is to provide funeral services to fallen firefighters. Those duties may include presentation of colors, service as pallbearers, or posting a watch alongside the fallen member.
In addition to providing funeral services, the Honor Guard attends the annual Memorial Day parade in North Salem as well as the Wreathes Across America ceremony at Greenlawn Cemetery in honor of our fallen service members.
Recently, the Honor Guard has had the distinct pleasure of presenting the colors during the pregame ceremonies at Fenway Park for the Boston Red Sox in 2017 and 2019, as well as the pregame ceremonies for the New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium in 2017.
To request the Honor Guard, please email:
SalemFireHonorGuard@gmail.com*
Not every smoke detector or fire alarm is wired directly to the fire department. The only fire alarms connected to, or that report to the Fire Department, come from most commercial buildings, public buildings, or apartment buildings that contain 6 or more dwellings. If a smoke detector is activated at your house or apartment be sure to call 9-1-1 to report it. Never assume someone else has called to report the alarm.
You can visit The Salem Fire Department Permit site to sign up for a any fire related permits including a smoke certificate.
Fire prevention week is every week! It's important to do your part to prevent fires from occurring. Be sure to replace outdated smoke detectors and replace batteries when needed. Officially however, this year fire prevention week starts October 4th and ends October 10th. You can visit The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) website for more information on keeping you and your family safe!