Fire Chief Jack Hennessey is asking local residents to check their Fire Extinguishers and should replace Kidde-brand plastic valve disposable extinguisher if they have one. Read further details on this request as published on newcanaanite.com:

http://newcanaanite.com/new-canaan-fire-officials-urge-locals-to-check-home-fire-extinguishers-following-recall-of-4-6-million-kidde-brand-units-in-u-s-22558

Though the Blizzard of 2015 did not pan out to be the blockbuster that was predicated for New Canaan, NC Fire was well prepared and staffed by both career and volunteer firefighters ready to respond. Citizens of New Canaan should rest assured that during large scale events such as what was anticipated the town is fully covered by a standing army of first responders.

New Canaan Firefighters on storm coverage at headquarters

It is not just the citizens of New Canaan that rely on the Fire Department for help in the time of need but also the town’s wildlife.  New Canaan Fire recently aided saving a deer trapped in a partially frozen pond.

See the below article from the newcanaanite.com:

http://newcanaanite.com/new-canaan-firefighters-rescue-deer-that-falls-through-ice-into-pond-20969

This month’s Fire Commission meeting , held at Waveny’s Lapham Community Center, included a special ceremony to honor achievements by New Canaan’s Bravest.

Rookie firefighters Damien Sheerin and Brian Doane were formally sworn in to duty with New Canaan Fire.

Additionally, two recently promoted officers were sworn in to their new rank. These promotions included Mike Baker as our newest Captain and Duffy Sasser as Group 4′s new Lieutenant.

The Fire Commission also took the opportunity to present a Unit Citation to the 8 man crew that worked a complicated vehicle extrication on October 30 of last year.  These members included Capt. Raidt, Lt Ryan, P/C Ed Karl, FF Pickering, FF Dipanni, FF Aniello, FF Wilson, and FF DeVivo. The young man that the crew worked on that evening (Mike Bivonaa) attend to give his personal thanks to this team.

Please see the below article from the New Canaan Advertiser that further highlights these achievements:

http://ncadvertiser.com/43051/ncfd-swears-in-personnel-recognizes-unit-for-life-saving-teamwork/

New Canaan Fire Company mourns the loss of a beloved friend and Chief John Pickering Jr.

On Sunday December 7^th members gathered to deck out for the holidays 60 Main Street, or more commonly known as New Canaan Fire Headquarters. See the below article from the New Canaan Advertiser that highlights this annual tradition.

http://newcanaanite.com/deck-the-firehouse-new-canaan-firefighters-carry-on-local-tradition-18135

This December 8th marks the 133rd anniversary of New Canaan Fire Company #1

New Canaan Fire hopes everyone stays safe this holiday season. See the below article with tips from Fire Marshal Fred Baker as published on newcanaanite.com

http://newcanaanite.com/trees-lights-decorations-fireplaces-holiday-safety-tips-from-new-canaans-fire-marshal-18034

New Canaan Fire Department assisted the New Canaan VFW by placing upwards of 980 wreaths on headstones of the town’s gone but not forgotten veterans.  This holiday season, we remember them.

See the below article from the New Canaan Advertiser:

http://www.ncadvertiser.com/41689/veterans-graves-decorated-for-christmas/

New Canaan’s bravest save Thanksgiving for Comstock Hill Road family. This call also reinforces the importance of proper disposal of fireplaces ashes. See the article below from the New Canaan Advertiser.

http://www.ncadvertiser.com/41654/ncfd-stops-garage-fire-on-thanksgiving/