Recent Fire Incidents and Emergency Response in Somerville

Latest Updates on Somerville Fire Incidents

Recent Fire Incidents

1. 34 Walker St. Fire:
   • A significant fire occurred at 34 Walker St. in Somerville in March 2023, destroying a three-family building.

2. Construction Worker Incident:
   • On October 15, 2024, firefighters rescued a construction worker who was struck by a beam that fell 30 feet while working underground.
3. Brush Fire Near Veterans Memorial Drive:
   • A large brush fire broke out near New Street and Veterans Memorial Drive on July 9, 2024.
4. Main Street Fire:
   • A fire tore through Main Street in downtown Somerville on June 7, 2024. The area is now fully open.
5. Home Fires:
   • A fire broke out in a home in Somerville on April 21, 2024, requiring a person to be rescued by firefighters.
   • Another fire occurred in a vacant home on July 2, 2024, which was a two-alarm fire.

Preview

Emergency Response and Services

• Fire Department Contact Information:
  • Somerville Police Department Non-Emergency: (617) 625-1600
  • Somerville Fire Department Non-Emergency: (617) 623-1700
• Fire Prevention and Safety:
  • The Somerville Fire Department offers various services including firefighter training, public education, fire prevention, code enforcement, licensing, fire investigation, hazardous material response, and emergency medical services.
• Fire Stations and Units:
  • The Somerville Fire Department consists of 5 firehouses, 5 engine companies, and 3 ladder companies.
• Electrician Services:
  • For proper operations and placement of detectors, contact the Fire Prevention Bureau at 1 Franey Road.

These updates provide a comprehensive overview of recent fire incidents and the emergency response services available in Somerville.