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Please email all Tier II Reports to sarahazmat@worcesterma.gov. Emailing reports to this address will ensure they are received by the Worcester Fire Department and the LECP. They will NOT be emailed to the State.

Worcester Receives $2M Grant to Protect Families from Home Health Hazards

The City of Worcester Executive Office of Economic Development announced Tuesday it was awarded $2 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to remediate 90 units of housing containing health related hazards.
Posted: Tuesday 01/07/25

Declared Winter Parking Ban to Take Effect Midnight Thursday

Due to an expected snowstorm, a Declared Winter Parking Ban for the City of Worcester will go into effect at 12 a.m. (midnight) Thursday, Dec. 5.
Posted: Wednesday 12/04/24

Worcester Fire Department to Hold Memorial Ceremony on 25th Anniversary of Cold Storage & Warehouse Fire to Honor Firefighters

The City of Worcester Fire Department will host a memorial ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 3, to mark the 25th anniversary of the Worcester Cold Storage and Warehouse fire.
Posted: Tuesday 11/26/24

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The Worcester Fire Department regrets to announce the Line of Duty Death of retired firefighter Mark Stomski. Firefighter Stomski was appointed to the Worcester Fire Department on March 8, 2004, and retired in 2008 due to injuries sustained in the line of duty....
Posted: Tuesday 01/14/25 4:21 PM

Worcester Fire Department Public Education is happy to have seen every class at Chandler Magnet School this school year. We ended by visiting the 1st graders on 1/10/2025.
Posted: Monday 01/13/25 8:36 AM

The Worcester Fire Department regrets to announce the passing of retired firefighter Mark Stomski. Mark retired in 2008 due to injuries sustained in the line of duty. Our thoughts and prayers are with Marks family.
Posted: Sunday 01/12/25 1:50 PM

Worcester Fire Department updated their profile picture.
Posted: Sunday 01/12/25 1:47 PM

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Have a Question?

Are fireworks allowed in the City of Worcester?

No. Fireworks are illegal in the City and in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Violators may be subject to fines, inspections and possible criminal complaints.
Can I conduct open burning on my property?

No. Open burning prohibitions are authorized by the Massachusetts Air Pollution Control Regulation. 310 CMR 7.07(3)(e) prohibits open burning completely in 22 urbanized municipalities, which includes the City of Worcester.
How do I get a copy of a fire report?

Please contact the Prevention Division by calling 508-799-1822 or email prevention@worcesterma.gov.
I'm selling my property. What inspection do I need before closing?

State law requires that residential buildings be equipped with approved smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms. To schedule an appointment and to ensure that the life safety devices are properly located, please contact the Fire Prevention Division at 508-799-1822 or send an email to: prevention@worcesterma.gov. Also, please note that State Law requires that every building have its address number affixed to the building and is visible from the roadway.
What do I need to know for a construction or demolition project?

There are many different permits for construction and demolition projects available through the Worcester Fire Prevention Office. Please see the Construction & Demolition Permits flyer for complete details.

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Smoke/CO Alarm Safety

All homes are required to have smoke detectors. In general, the requirements for smoke detectors vary depending on when the residence was constructed or underwent renovation, addition or modification.