News and Events

PFD Seeking Firefighters & EMS Personnel - Prospect Fire Department is currently seeking candidates for the positions of Firefighter and EMS Personnel. Check out the recruitment video by clicking on the above link. You may also stop by the Firehouse on Thursday Night after 6:30p to obtain more information for either position.

MRT Medical Response Technician Certification Class (May 19 –June 20, 2009) – PFD is sponsoring a free MRT training program to all residents of Prospect. The course runs from May 19th through June 20, 2009. Classes meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 7PM-10PM and Saturdays from 9AM-4PM. For more information call 203.758.5445

Vehicle Extrication Training (May 16, 2009) - PFD is hosting an Extrication Training Seminar by Nationally Recognized Trainer Todd Hoffman. Training is for First Responders including Fire Fighters, EMS, Police and Public Servants. The training will combine classroom and hands on extrication training. Topics will incorporate new Hybrid vehicles, alternative fuel vehicles, fires, scene safety and airbag / restraint systems issues. The class is on May 16, 2009 and runs from 8am-5pm. RSVP by May 13th with your station or department name to Debbie at PFD 203-758-5445. For more info on this training you may visit www.sceneoftheaccident.org

Structure Fire (Feb 20, 2009) - On Feb 20th PFD responded to a working Basement fire. Upon arrival heavy smoke was showing from the basement. Engine 5 was the first due apparatus and obtained a quick knockdown and the house was saved as a result. At the same time of the fire call, Squad 3 was on the scene of a motor vehicle accident.

Safety Reminder - PFD reminds all residents to replace all batteries in their smoke detectors. The changing of batteries should be coordinated with the time change of Daylight Savings.

New and Improved Website - The new website is currently up and running. There will be regular updates to the website and significant fire / rescue calls will also be updated with stories and pictures. Total Fire / EMS call volume will also be updated monthly.