- 103 Elliot Street
- Brattleboro, VT 05301
- 802-254-4831 (Non-Emergency)
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Brattleboro Fire Department
The Brattleboro Fire Department responds to more than 4,500 emergencies every year, protecting the lives, property, and well-being of our community. Founded in 1831, the Brattleboro Fire Department is dedicated to providing a safe and resilient environment for all who live in, work in, or visit our community.
The department is staffed by 33 career firefighters and EMS providers who are on duty 24/7 and supported by administrative personnel. Our members respond to a wide range of all-hazard incidents, including fires, medical emergencies, vehicle crashes, hazardous materials events, technical rescues, and wildland fires. All Brattleboro Fire Department firefighters are also nationally registered emergency medical providers.
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Community Connect is a free, secure, and easy-to-use platform that allows you to share critical information about your household that will aid first responders and emergency response personnel when responding to your residence. By providing information about your household, we can ensure you and everything you care about is protected to the best of our ability.
Staff
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- Jay Symonds -
- Fire Chief
- 802-254-4831 ext. 2101
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- Charles Keir III -
- Assistant Chief
- 802-254-4831 ext 2102
- [email protected]
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- Kristen Martin -
- Office Manager
- 802-254-4831 ext 2103
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- Steven Nelson -
- Inspector
- 802-254-4831 ext 2108
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- William Fritz -
- EMS Captain
- 802-246-4151
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Fire Department
News & AnnouncementsInterstate 91 Exit 3 on- and off-ramps are scheduled to be closed from 12 a.m. to 5 a.m. across several dates in July.
This year, the family-friendly summer block party will be happening at Flat Street and the Preston Lot.
The Brattleboro Fire Department is urging the community to take precautions as extreme heat is expected to affect the region over the next few days.
To accommodate the Amtrak event, Bridge & Depot Streets will close from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Oak Grove Avenue will be closed from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for sewer line repair. Motorists should plan alternative routes.
This decision follows a period of heightened fire risk due to dry conditions. With the recent reduction in fire danger levels, residents may now resume open burning activities in accordance with local regulations.