Massachusetts Department of Fire Services

DFS supports the Massachusetts fire service and helps all our communities stay safe from fires, explosions, and other hazards.

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#OTD in 1775, the Continental Congress established the Continental Army, now known as the @USArmy. Two years later, it adopted the #StarsAndStripes as the official flag of the United States. Happy 251st Birthday to the U.S. Army and Happy #FlagDay!

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State law recognizes Firefighters Memorial Sunday on the second Sunday in June. Thank you to @MassGovernor for honoring @BostonFire Firefighter Robert Kilduff and all departed firefighters: "Their contributions to our collective safety and well-being should never be forgotten."

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#MatchReadyMA: DFS leadership are with @EOPSS and partner agencies at every level of government at the @MassEMA Unified Command Center for tonight’s #WorldCup match.

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The DFS Special Operations team delivered Rehab 7 to support the @FranklinMAFire at their three-alarm fire last week. As we head into the summer, rehab is especially important to avoid heat-related illness and support firefighter health and safety during long operational periods.

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.@Weston_Fire Chief Justin Woodside came to the Fire Academy this week to recognize 3 recruits from @SalemMAFire & @WinthropFD. The trio spotted an unresponsive cyclist, called 911, and undertook lifesaving efforts until Weston FD arrived. Outstanding work when it mattered most!

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The World Cup Fan Festival opens today in Boston! DFS, @EOPSS, and all our partner agencies encourage anyone attending World Cup events at Gillette Stadium or local venues to plan ahead. Learn more at https://t.co/15cUeJQzx7!

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On June 12, 2016, 49 people were murdered at the #PulseNightclub. Through the efforts of Fire Chief Otto Drozd, @NFPA, and many others, the tragedy led to the creation of #NFPA3000, the integrated police/fire/community framework that @EOPSS has adopted statewide in Massachusetts.

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#Hazmat techs recently supported #WilliamstownMA FD with a household #Mercury spill. Mercury is toxic! If you have a mercury spill at home, call 911 & open windows for ventilation. Better yet, safely dispose of mercury products before they become a hazard: https://t.co/rxkBCQLYTR

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#WellesleyMA FD is working a major gas leak and the DFS Special Operations team delivered Rehab 7 to support firefighter health and safety in this brutal heat. Rehab units and other Special Ops assets are always available to support our local partners: https://t.co/wjFYIpuBxQ

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This jar of unknown bright red cylinders was recently dropped off at an event in #BourneMA. In an abundance of caution, the DFS Joint Hazard Incident Response Team was requested. JHIRT brings extensive experience with reactive/energetic substances, and they gave it the all-clear.

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On a day like this, the temperature inside a car can rise to 100 degrees in minutes. Never leave children, elders, or animals in a car unattended -- not even with the window cracked, not even for "just a minute." Learn more: https://t.co/qNw5upmtdx

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#OTD in 1974, #SomervilleMA Firefighters Joseph Reilly & Robert Brickley lost their lives in the line of duty while battling a fire at the Arrow Paper Company. We remember them, honor their ultimate sacrifice, and recognize the loved ones left behind: https://t.co/s0XliHx1bT

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Happy 5th Birthday, EK9 Clue! This good boy is an explosive-detection #K9 on the @MassStatePolice Bomb Squad assigned to @MassFireMarshal. He helps his handler, Trooper Ragosa, detect & identify dangerous devices on emergency calls, large-venue sweeps, dignitary visits, and more.

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The Mass Fire Academy delivered another Rope Rescue course last month at @WestboroughFire. Students from across the state built up basic skills and fundamentals that will serve them well in many technical rescue disciplines. Thank you to our instructors and support staff!

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The 2026 #WorldCup kicks off this week, and Massachusetts is ready to welcome the world! If you're heading to Foxborough for @fhfhaiti vs. @ScotlandNT, remember to make a game plan, be a good spart, and get home safe. Find public health and safety info at https://t.co/15cUeJQzx7!

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The Mass Fire Academy’s emphasis on physical fitness prepares recruits for lifting, carrying, climbing, and other tasks they’ll perform as firefighters. It also gives them a solid foundation for maintaining their health and well-being for years to come. Stay fit! Stay healthy!

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Atlantic #Hurricane season runs from 6/1 to 11/30. If you have a generator for possible power outages, or if you're thinking of purchasing one, be sure to use it safely. Read and follow the manufacturer's instructions and be aware of the fire, shock, and #CarbonMonoxide hazards!

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The @MassStatePolice Bomb Squad uses a variety of tools to assess suspicious devices. Among them are portable x-ray diagnostics that can be easily mobilized to support local public safety agencies. This one is trained on a "glitter bomb," which fortunately posed no hazard.

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It's the first Saturday of the month, and that means it's #SmokeAlarmSaturday! Smoke and CO alarms are your first line of defense against an emergency. Test them each month to be sure they're working properly, and check with older friends and relatives to see if they need a hand.

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"This embattled shore, portal of freedom, is forever hallowed by the ideals, the valor and the sacrifices of our fellow countrymen." #Remember all those who gave the last full measure of devotion to their nation and the cause of freedom on #DDay, 82 years ago today.