Pittsfield Fire Department

MISSION

The mission of the Pittsfield Fire Department is to protect the lives and property of its citizens, while providing them a high quality of emergency and life safety services. It also provides medical services in cooperation with the private ambulance service within the city on a 24-hour a day basis.

In addition, the department provides inspection and code enforcement, public safety, fire prevention and they perform remedial actions at hazardous incidents, as well as provide mutual aid to surrounding communities, on an as needed basis.

DEPARTMENT CONFIGURATION:

Today, the Pittsfield Fire Department consists of the Chief, four (4) Deputy Chiefs, nine (9) Captains, thirteen (13) Lieutenants, fifty-six (56) Fire Fighters, four (4) Inspectors, and five (5) Civilian personnel. The Pittsfield Fire Department has in place a well-planned and successful system of five strategically placed fire stations. It has always been, and will always remain the mission of the PFD to protect lives and property while averting tragedy. The Pittsfield Fire Department is a highly trained, highly skilled multifaceted emergency response group that is always prepared to face any challenge.

The PFD is here to serve the people of Pittsfield. Not only does the Pittsfield Fire Department fight fires, but it plays an active role in preventing fires, responds timely to prevent crisis situations, and saving lives. Whenever someone calls for help for any reason, the department is prepared, able, and willing to help.

HOME HEATING SAFETY

State Fire Marshal Stephen Coan and all the members of the Massachusetts fire service are concerned that high energy prices this winter might also lead to an increase in fires from heating. Heating is the second leading cause of home fires in Massachusetts. It is important to Keep Warm, Keep Safe this winter.

For further info, please read the "Keep Warm, Keep Safe Flyer."

OPEN BURNING REGULATIONS

Open burning season in Massachusetts runs from January 15th through April 30th. Burning permits can be obtained through our online application site between 7:30AM and 1:00PM at www.bcburnpermits.com or by calling the City of Pittsfield Fire Alarm at (413) 448-9770 or (413) 448-9761. Please use care when using grills and having open campfires, fires can spread rapidly during the summer and fall months.

Permits must be applied for on the day of the burning. No permits will be issued after 1:00PM. Burning can not start before 10am and must be completely out by 4pm. Fire must be 75 feet from any structure. If you do not have this distance, do not apply for a permit!

Visit the www.mass.gov/dfs for more info and tips on preventing out of control brush fires.

PFD's OFFICIAL MEDIA PAGE

For all the latest news and information, please visit our newly developed Official Media Page, updated regularly with all the Pittsfield Fire Department is doing to protect our community and more. You can even subscribe to the page and receive live updates as we post them.