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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

EMS training review: In addition to other ongoing training, the EMS Division has been running a class on Adult Respiratory Case Simulations, maintaining the EMS skills level of our firefighters. All companies, all groups will rotate through this program. Photos are from June 25, group 3 on duty.

Firefighters are practicing a medical procedure using a training mannequin. One person holds a ventilation bag, while another performs chest compressions. They're in a fire station, and the mannequin lies on a table labeled "Life/form® Airway Management Trainer." A building and trees are visible outside.

A group of firefighters is gathered around a training mannequin on a table. The table holds emergency medical equipment, including a ventilator bag and monitor displaying vital signs. They appear to be engaged in a training exercise inside a fire station.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Good morning Cambridge! At 530 a.m. the temp in Inman Square was 62 degrees with an 81% humidity & a slight breeze. Let's work together to make it a safe day for everyone.

A quiet street scene in Inman Square, with historical brick buildings lining both sides. A mural depicting historical figures is prominently displayed on the side of one building. Traffic lights hang above the intersection, and trees partially border the road. The sky is clear, suggesting early morning.

A large, historic red-brick firehouse with arched windows and garage doors. The facade features detailed brickwork and a small tower on one corner. The street in front has painted green sections indicating a bike lane. The sky is clear and blue.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

#TBT II - from Jan 8, 2000, a quick 26+ years ago: the Dive Rescue team is taking part in a dive training exercise at ice covered Fresh Pond. L to R, Ken Souza, Gerry Reardon, Lester Bokuniewicz, Steve Brown, Tom Stack, Jeremy Walsh. - Ed Fowler photo

A group of firefighters in diving suits sit and stand around a bar made of ice on a snowy surface. Several diving tanks and equipment boxes are nearby. The background includes sparse trees.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

#TBT I - from Sept, 11, 1998: Ladder 2 & Rescue 1 on a familiarization walk-thru of the "new" Fresh Pond water treatment facility, L to R, Ladder 2 - FF Dan Lewicki, LT Larry Sheehan, FFs Joe Johnson & Jim Desmond; Rescue 1 - LT Greg Carter & FFs Mike Coffman & Jeremy Walsh. - Ed Fowler photo

A group of firefighters in uniform are standing outdoors in a line, holding helmets. The setting appears to be a work or training environment, possibly related to firefighting or emergency services, with trees and equipment in the background.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Simple Safety Reminder: Clean your clothes dryer lint filter after each use! The USFA (United States Fire Administration) reports that there are approximately 2,900 residential dryer fires per year nationwide. Most of these are caused by an excessive accumulation of lint. Help to prevent fires.

A damaged dryer with a burnt exterior and open door is shown. The image includes the emblem of the Cambridge, Massachusetts, Fire Department.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Congratulations to Fire Apparatus Mechanic Todd Peitzsch of the Motor Squad on the commendation for his courage & quick action to assist our Cambridge Police Officers in a dangerous situation on the street, helping to keep our city safe. Please see the attached General Order No. 15, Series of 2026.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Engine 9 returned from the mutual aid assignment in Belmont & was quickly dispatched to an EMS call in their own West Cambridge district. The temp at 530 a,m. was 69 degrees with 95% humidity, & a light rain. Group 3 on duty.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Mutual aid: At 530 a.m., Ladder 4 is covering at the Belmont Center Station on their Box 34, a fire on Elm St in Belmont. The temp is 69 degrees with 95% humidity, & a light rain. Cambridge group 3 is on duty. (Engine 9 also covered in Belmont but has since returned to Cambridge.)

Glass-paneled garage door of a fire station, showing a red fire truck with "CAMBRIDGE" and "LAD4DER 4" visible inside. The building is made of brick with a concrete base.

A brick building with three garage doors labeled "Belmont Fire Station 2" on the front. There are trees on both sides and a wet pavement in front of the building.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Happy Fathers Day - 2026 to all our fathers! Special appreciation to our public safety first-responder fathers, (Firefighters, Police Officers, EMS, & Dispatchers) who are working today, keeping our city safe. Remember those who have passed away.

A historic brick fire station with two arched garage doors, adorned with American flags. The building has a prominent tower and two badges are displayed in the upper corners. Text reads "Happy Fathers Day - 2026.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Welcome to Summer in the city! Summer begins today, June 21st, at 424 a.m. Let's work together to make it a safe season for everyone. Stay cool! Stay hydrated! Stay safe! Take a few minutes to test your smoke & CO alarms & review your emergency exit plan with the family.

Aerial view of an urban landscape in Cambridge, Massachusetts, featuring a large mural with the word "SUMMER" painted on a rooftop. The skyline includes various buildings and the distant Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Memorial Bridge. In the foreground, there are patches of greenery and a mix of residential and commercial structures. The image includes insignias for Cambridge, Mass and another seal.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

From earlier on this rainy morning, 18 June 2026: Engine 4 (w ProEMS AM3) provides Emergency Medical Care at another call in the North Cambridge district. Group 1 on duty.

A red Cambridge fire truck and an ambulance are parked on a street next to a tall brick building. The street is wet, and the sky appears overcast.

A red and white fire truck labeled "Cambridge Engine 4" is parked on a street in front of a brick building. The truck is adorned with American flags and emergency lights are on. Yellow flowers are in a landscaped area nearby.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

The Cambridge Fire Department Annual Memorial Exercises were held yesterday, Sunday, June 14th, at the Cambridge Cemetery. Thank you to all the active and retired members, families, friends, & elected officials who turned out on this beautiful day to remember and respect those who came before us.

A procession of uniformed individuals marches along a path in a cemetery, carrying three flags including an American flag. In the background, numerous headstones are visible. The setting is lush with green trees and grass.

A large group of people are gathered in a cemetery surrounded by trees. On the left, there is a line of uniformed individuals standing at attention. Nearby, attendees are seated on benches. An American flag hangs prominently in the background.

A group of uniformed individuals standing in formation in a park-like area, saluting. They are surrounded by trees and American flags. Stone markers are visible in the background.

A group of uniformed firefighters standing outside holding flags, including the U.S. flag and one labeled "Firefighters." They are in a grassy area with trees and a fire engine in the background.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

The empty fire house on a Monday morning: From Inman Square earlier today, June 8th, Engine 5, Squad 3, & Division 1 were all out of quarters servicing emergency calls in the district. There were nearly 5700 responses from this fire house in 2025. Group 4 on duty.

View from inside an empty fire house with open doors, looking out onto a street where two people on bicycles ride past. A white car is on the street. A multi-story building and trees are visible in the background.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

D-Day, June 6, 1944: On this 82nd anniversary of D-Day, take a moment to remember #TheGreatestGeneration who served during World War II. Many never returned. Thank you to our Cambridge Firefighter World War II Veterans who bravely served in every branch, every theater across the globe.

A historical photo depicts soldiers wading through water from a landing craft towards Omaha Beach during the D-Day invasion of Normandy in World War II. The image shows soldiers wearing helmets and carrying gear amidst waves, with smoke visible in the background and the shore lined with obstacles.

General Eisenhower briefing a group of paratroopers, who are wearing helmets and gear, before the D-Day invasion. The soldiers' faces are camouflaged, and they stand attentively. The setting seems historical, with the soldiers looking prepared for deployment.

A battleship at sea is firing multiple large cannons, producing smoke and flames. The ocean surrounds the vessel, and a dense cloud of smoke rises in the distance.

American Cemetery at Normandy: a vast cemetery with rows of white crosses and Star of David headstones. In the distance, there is a large American flag on a tall pole, surrounded by neatly trimmed trees and a memorial building. The sky is partly cloudy.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Mutual Aid response: Cambridge Engine 1, Ladder 2, Rescue 1, Squad 4, Dive 1, Marine Unit 1, & Division 2, w Pro EMS, are enroute to Boston for the water rescue incident in the Charles River in the vicinity of Soldiers Field Rd on the Boston side. Group 1 on duty.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Happy 121st Birthday to Engine Company No. 8! Engine 8 (originally Combination No. 1) was established on 5 June 1905 in a new fire house at 113 Garden Street. Thank you to all the brave Taylor Square firefighters (and fire horses too) who have faithfully protected our city

A red and white fire truck labeled "Cambridge" is parked in front of a brick fire station. The truck displays various firefighting equipment and the word "Engine" on its front bumper. Official emblems and decals are visible on the vehicle. An American flag is attached to the truck.

A historical photograph featuring a horse-drawn fire engine labeled "Combination No. 1" with several uniformed individuals. Two horses are hitched to the engine. A brick building is visible in the background.

A vintage fire engine labeled "Engine 8" is parked in front of a brick firehouse. Five individuals in formal fire department uniforms are positioned around and on the vehicle.

A vintage red fire truck labeled "Cambridge" is parked on a street next to a brick building with large garage doors. Hoses are attached to the side of the truck. The vehicle has a classic design with a chrome grille and bumper.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Watch this quick video of Ladder 1 using the "irons" (Halligan bar and flathead axe) to force the door (training prop) prior to making entry into the training facility. This was one segment of today's, June 4th, combined firefighting training evolutions. Group 2 on duty.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Group photo: The members of Engines 1 & 9, Ladder 1, Rescue 1, & Division 2 participated in this morning's training evolutions at the East Cambridge training facility. Group 2 on duty.

A group of firefighters stands in front of a fire truck at a fire station. The truck has yellow and red diagonal stripes on its back. The firefighters are wearing uniforms and equipment. Buildings are visible in the background.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Watch this short video of an Engine 9 firefighter operating the attack line on floor 2 of the training facililty, after having stretched the line from the apparatus, to the entry door, and up the interior stairs. Grou 2 on duty.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Watch this quick video of the members of Rescue 1 forcing the entance door (simulated), utilizing the Halligan and flathead axe, prior to starting the search for victims in the training facility. This was one segment of today's (June 4th) multiple company evolutions. Group 2 on duty.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Ladder 2 (spare truck) responds from quarters (with Engine 5 & Division 1) to another fire alarm in the East Cambridge district. Group 2 on duty.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Best wishes to Lieutenant Ronald W. Gomes on his retirement, effective at 0700 hours on June 3, 2026. Ron was appointed on January 28, 1993 & served on Engine 2, Ladder 3, & Rescue 1, some of the busiest companies in the city. Thank you for your faithful service. Enjoy! Stay healthy!

A smiling firefighter stands in a street at night, wearing gear covered in ash and soot. Bright emergency lights from Cambridge fire trucks illuminate the scene. Hoses are laid out on the wet pavement, and blurred figures work in the background. Trees with leafless branches are visible nearby.

A firefighter stands in front of a fire truck at night, wearing firefighting gear and a helmet. The reflective patches on the uniform catch the light. The truck is equipped with various tools and equipment.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

#TBT III from circa early1980s: Ladder 2, group 1, FF Dave Pierce, LT Bob Fitzgerald, FFs Ed Morrissey & Fred Sage. The apparatus is the refurbished 1959 Pirsch 100' aerial, IH/Continental tractor. - Dave Pierce photo collection

A group of four firefighters stands in front of a Cambridge fire truck labeled "L2." They are wearing protective gear, including helmets and coats. The background features a building and some leafless trees. This is a black-and-white photograph.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

#TBT II from circa 2000: Ladder 2, group 2, FF Dan Lewicki, LT Larry Sheehan, FFs Joe Johnson, & Jim Desmond. The apparatus is 1976, 100' Seagrave - Ed Morrissey photo

Four firefighters in uniform stand and sit near a red fire truck with ladders. The truck is parked outside a brick building.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

#TBT from circa 1989: Aerial Tower 1 (Ladder 1) group 3, FF Paul Sheehan, LT Bob Morrissey, & FF Tom Casey. The apparatus is 1986, 90’ Sutphen. - Ed Fowler photo

Three firefighters in uniform stand in front of a fire truck labeled "Aerial Tower 1." They are positioned near a brick fire station with scaffolding visible on the building.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

HazMat Response: Engine 2, Ladder 3, Rescue 1, Squad 2, HazMat 1, & Division 1 are operating at a hazmat incident in a lab on Memorial Drive. Product is contained & the situation is under control. No injuries have been reported. Group 1 on duty

Two Cambridge fire trucks are parked on a paved path next to a multi-story building with large windows. Trees and a well-maintained lawn are in the foreground.

Fire trucks parked outside a large building with tall windows, surrounded by green lawns and trees.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

THANK YOU again the the volunteers of Boston Sparks A-10, as well as the Salvation Army, for the logistics, support, & rehab for the funeral of Firefighter Robert Kilduff today, June 1, 2026. A-10 served public safety personnel from New England to California & Canada, and everyplace in between.

A bright red fire truck is on display outdoors in front of a brick building. A plush Minion toy is attached to the front grille. The fire truck has shiny chrome details and the sun is shining brightly.

In a city square, a group of uniformed individuals gather near emergency service vehicles and a tent labeled "A-10 REHAB." Some are wearing uniforms. The backdrop includes buildings and trees. Red chairs are visible in the foreground.

A group of individuals in traditional Celtic attire stand in front of a red fire truck labeled "Fire-Police Incident Support." The scene is outdoors, with brick buildings and a clear sky in the background. Nearby, other people are gathered, some in uniform.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Best wishes to Lieutenant Victor M. Clark on his retirement, effective at 0700 hours on June 1, 2026. Victor was appointed on January 29, 1995 & served on Engines 2, 3, 5, & 9. Thank you for your faithful service. Enjoy! Stay healthy!

A firefighter in uniform stands in front of a red fire engine labeled "E-3," with partial text "CAM" visible. The background shows a cloudy sky.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Please see the 360 degree video of firefighters & honor guards as they await the arrival of the procession this morning, June 1, 2026, at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross, for the funeral of Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff. Estimates are that 10,000 firefighters were in attendance.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

There was a respectful turnout of approximately 100 Cambridge firefighters for the funeral of Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff today at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. RIP Brother! (Note: Not all are shown in the photo).

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Firefighters Memorial Sunday is scheduled for Sunday, June 14, 2026. All are welcome to join us in remembering & honoring those who came before us. The formation will start at the main gate to the Cambridge Cemetery at 915 a.m. More information, click on the CFD web link: bit.ly/4uOzsE7

A memorial stone for the Cambridge Fire Department is surrounded by small American flags and green plants. The stone honors members who served the citizens of Cambridge.

A parade of uniformed firefighters marches along a path in a park, each person holding a different flag, including the United States and Massachusetts flags. In the background, rows of American flags are visible among gravestones. The Cambridge Fire Department emblem is displayed in the top right corner.

A group of uniformed firefighters is gathered in a park or cemetery setting, participating in a ceremony. Numerous American flags are displayed throughout the area. A person is speaking at a podium, while attendees are seated nearby. Badges from the Cambridge, Mass fire department are visible.

Group of people posing outdoors on a path with greenery and a partial view of a cemetery in the background. Most individuals are standing, with one person holding a cane.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Mutual Aid Response: Cambridge Engine 2, Squad 2, & Division 1 are working at the 3rd alarm fire in Brookline, their Box 3-147, a fire in a mixed commercial/residential bldg at 213 Boylston St in Brookline. Group 1 on duty.

The image shows a firetruck from the Cambridge Fire Department. Above the truck are the badges of the Cambridge Fire Department. The background features a diamond plate pattern with the text "Mutual Aid Response.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Mutual Aid Response: Cambridge Engine 9 & Ladder 4 are covering in Belmont on their "all companies working, a fire on Kenmore Rd in Belmont. Group 1 on duty.

A design featuring a Cambridge Fire Department shield and badge above a fire truck with "Cambridge" on the front, set against a background resembling metal diamond plate. The text reads, "Mutual Aid Response.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

On this Memorial Day 2026, take a few minutes to remember those brave men & women, the members of our armed forces who gave their lives defending freedom. Remember those who never came home! We owe them a debt which we can never repay. Note: photo was taken at a previous Memorial Day parade.

A fire truck labeled "Cambridge Ladder 1" displays a large American flag from its extended ladder. A group of people, some in uniform, march down a street lined with trees. Spectators watch the procession from the sidewalk under a clear blue sky.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

#CambridgeMaFireHistory: On 24 May 1961, 3-alarms (+ special calls & mutual aid) were ordered, Box 3-791, for the potential conflagration at Metropolitan Coal & Ice Company, 34 Cottage Park Av, North Cambridge. Time of the initial alarm: 2140 hours - Bob Washburn photos -Ed Fowler news clipping

A blurred photo depicts a large fire engulfing a structure at night. The scene is brightly lit by flames, with silhouettes of people visible in the foreground. The ground reflects the fiery glow. The image is credited to Bob Washburn.

A large fire engulfs a cityscape, casting an intense glow. Several silhouetted figures stand in the foreground, observing the scene. Text in the corner reads "Bob Washburn photo.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

#CambridgeMaFireHistory: On 24 May 1986, 3-alarms were ordered, Box 3-465, for the Orson Welles Cinema, 1001 Mass Av. Time of the 1st alarm: 1402 hours IC: A/DC DeAngelis Duty: Group 3 - Ed Fowler photo

Black and white photo of a building fire at the Orson Welles Cinema. Thick smoke billows out of the entrance, where firefighters are managing the blaze. Movie posters are visible on the wall. Hoses are laid across the pavement.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Half-staff notification: Please be advised that @Massgovernor has ordered flags to half-staff, beginning immediately today, Sunday, May 24, 2026, until sunset on the day of interment, in honor and remembrance of Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr., who was killed in the line of duty

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

The men & women of Cambridge fire extend our sympathy to the family, friends, & fire service family of Boston Firefighter Robert T. Kilduff of Rescue 2 who was killed in the line of duty on Saturday evening, May 23, 2026, while working at a 3 alarm fire on Treadway Road in Dorchester. RIP Brother.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

#TBT from mid-1990s: Companies operated at several Buddliner fires in rail storage yards in both North Cambridge & East Cambridge. - Cambridge Fire Ed Fowler photos

A group of firefighters stands along a railway track, wearing helmets and protective gear. They appear to be in discussion. An air tank and mask rest on the ground nearby.

Firefighters are responding to a burning Boston MBTA train car. Smoke is pouring from the windows as one firefighter uses a tool to address the fire, while another approaches the scene.

Firefighters attempt to extinguish a fire engulfing a Buddliner train car.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

#CambridgeMAFireLODDhistory: On 20 May 1940, Firefighter Daniel "Dick" J. Holleran of Engine Company No. 3 died in the line of duty at Box 191 as a result of being overcome by fire gases while working at a cellar fire at 164 Spring St. Firefighter Holleran was 66 years old.

A vintage red Gamewell fire alarm box mounted on a wall. The box features intricate details with a label reading "Gamewell" at the top.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

From a few days ago, Ladder 4 ran a hands-on vehicle extrication drill, using hydraulic rescue tools, cutting tools, as well as hand tools. Note the full PPE with eye protection. - Bob Paige photos

Firefighters are conducting a vehicle extrication drill involving a silver car with the roof removed. A fire truck labeled "Cambridge Fire Dept" is parked nearby. The scene is set against a red brick wall, with various rescue equipment visible around the area.

Two firefighters in uniforms and helmets stand next to a damaged vehicle with shattered glass. They are engaged in a task, with one holding a tool. The scene takes place outdoors with a red wall in the background.

Firefighters in protective gear are using tools to remove the roof of a silver car during a rescue operation. A fire truck is nearby with visible equipment.

A firefighter in protective gear and helmet is using a tool to cut the windshield of a vehicle. The scene appears to be a training or emergency situation. An American flag patch is visible on the sleeve.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Mutual Aid Response: Cambridge Engine 2 is enroute to cover in Brookline, on their working fire, a fire on Hammond St in Brookline.

Cambridge Fire Department badge and an image of a Cambridge fire truck against a metallic background with the text "Mutual Aid Response.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

At 1400 hours in the city, the temp was 95 degrees with 37% humidity & a 15 mph breeze. Hydrate! Hydrate! Hydrate! Remove bunker gear when feasible. Stay Safe. Stay Healthy. Prevent heat related injuries. Review these safety tips from our friends at FDNY.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

During these days of high temp weather, take special precautions with pets, children, & older folks. Don't leave them in the hot car - even for a few minutes. If a pet, child, or older person is accidentally locked in the car, call 911 right away. Don't delay. Get help on the way!

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

High heat is in the forecast for today. New Englanders know the drill. Take the usual precautions, especially with our older folks, kids, & pets to prevent heat related injury. - Stay inside with AC if possible - Limit outside activity - If working outside, take cool-down breaks - Stay hydrated

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

#CambridgeMaFireHistory: On Sunday, 17 May 2009, 4 alarms were ordered, Box 4-5441, for the fire in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 4 Longfellow Pk. Response: 13 engines, 5 ladders, 2 squads, Rescue 1 Initial time: 1038 hours IC: DFC R Scott

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

#CambridgeMaFireHistory: On 16 May 1980, 2 alarms were ordered, Box 2-31, for the fire at Liberty Electric Supply, 877 Main St. Time: 713 p.m. (1913 hours) IC: DFC Frank Murphy, Jr. - Ed Fowler photos

Firefighters respond to a building fire with flames and thick smoke. A fire truck with the number 2 and a hose reel is at the scene. The brick wall of the building has "LIBERTY" partially visible on a sign.

A fire at Liberty Electric Supply Co. building, with firefighters actively working to control the blaze. A fire truck from Engine 2 Company is visible in the foreground. The scene is enveloped in smoke and red light.

A large building is engulfed in smoke and flames. A fire truck with a ladder is parked nearby, and several firefighters are using hoses to control the fire. A group of onlookers is gathered on the street. A sign on the building reads "Liberty Lighting Fixtures.

A group of firefighters equipped with helmets and gear are working amidst smoke at the scene of a fire. A fire truck, marked "Cambridge Engine Company 2," is parked nearby. In the background, the facade of "Liberty Supply Co." is visible. A uniformed police sergeant is in the foreground.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Half-staff notification: @MassGovernor has ordered flags lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Friday, May 15, 2026, in honor of National Peace Officers Memorial Day.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

#TBT from 1940s-1960s: Fog Unit 1 was a 1943 International high-pressure fog unit acquired from the US Navy & assigned as the second section of the 2-piece Rescue Company 1 in 1947. This piece ran with Rescue 1 until 1960, when it was reassigned to Engine 1.

A vintage fire truck parked in front of a brick building, with multiple ladders extended against the wall. Firefighters in coats and helmets handle hoses amid a scene of apparent emergency response. The street is lined with hoses and equipment.

A vintage, red fire truck is parked on a street, featuring classic design elements such as a water pump and hose storage. The side of the truck is marked with firefighting symbols. Trees and a fence are visible in the background. The image is credited to R Washburn.

Two vintage fire trucks are parked outside a brick fire station. The vehicle on the left is labeled "Rescue" and appears to be a GMC model. The vehicle on the right is marked "Fog Unit" and features open seating at the front. The building has large arched openings and decorative elements above the doors.

A vintage fire engine is shown, labeled "FOG UNIT 1" on the side. The vehicle is parked on a wet surface, with equipment stored on top and a visible front bumper.

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cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

From earlier this morning, May 14, 2026: Mutual Aid to Belmont 3rd alarm, their Box 3-374, a fire in a commercial building at 2 Trapelo Rd in Belmont: Cambridge Engines 1 & 9, Ladder 4, Squad 4, & Divison 2 worked at the fire. Duty: Group 3 relieved by Group 2 at the fire. Camb dispatch: 424 a.m.

Two Cambridge fire trucks are parked on a street, facing each other. Smoke is visible in the background, and a firefighter is handling a hose between the trucks. The scene appears to be an active firefighting effort.

Two firefighters in full gear are on top of a fire truck labeled "Best In," surrounded by hazy smoke. They appear to be working with equipment, possibly managing fire hoses. Power lines and part of a building are visible in the background.

A street scene with heavy smoke partially obscuring the view. Fire trucks from the FDNY are present, with hoses running across the road. Nearby, a shop labeled "Jack's Tailor" is visible. Power lines cross above the scene.

Firefighters are using hoses to combat a fire, with smoke billowing around them in a narrow alley between a wooden fence and a brick wall. They are wearing protective gear and helmets.

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