Woburn Fire
About Us
The Woburn Fire Department was organized and established in 1851. Today the city of Woburn is home to 40+ thousand residents, a Pond with walking trails and parks, 13 hotels, 2 major highways, railway, a regional transportation center, and many major industries. The city is growing rapidly with many more new developments in the works. The Fire Department covers nearly 13 sq miles with 5 fire stations and 77 full-time firefighters. Woburn Fire staffs 3 engines and 1 arial with 2 full time BLS ambulances as well as doing its own 911 dispatch. The Woburn Fire Departments mission is to provide the citizens of Woburn and everyone who works in Woburn, stays here at one of our hotels, or passes thru on the highway, a safe and comfortable community through timely and skilled response to fire, public safety, and medical emergencies- efforts continually supported and advanced by our Fire Prevention, Fire Investigation, Educational programs and our Training Division.
Address: 731 Main Street, Woburn, MA
- Station 1 was opened 3/17/1981 (current headquarters) and houses T1, SH6
- Tower 1 – 2017 Pierce Arrow XT 2000/300 95’ MMA
- Special Hazards 6 – (Not Staffed) 2022 Freightliner/Piece Heavy Rescue. This piece of apparatus was purchased with a Federal Grant which the Woburn Fire Department won. This grant was written and applied for by a current Woburn firefighter and showcases the cities need for a heavy rescue. This truck is not currently staffed.
Address: 36 Center Street, Woburn, MA
- Station 4 was opened in 1961 and houses E4
- Engine 4 – 2016 Pierce Dash CF PUC 1500/750
Address: 119 Lexington, Woburn, MA
- Station 5 was opened in 2/25/1962 and houses E5 and Mechanic Shop
- Engine 5 – 2020 Pierce Arrow XT 1500/750
- Station 5 has also served as the Mechanic Shop for the Fire Dept since its opening.
- Motor Squad – 2023 Ford F450 Utility Body
Address: Horn Pond, Woburn, MA
The boat is currently housed inside the old pump house at Horn Pond. This boat is stored indoors. When a water emergency is reported, a box alarm is struck. The companies respond to the boat house and the boat is towed out of the building to the loading ramp by an old UTV that was donated to us years ago by the Cambridge Fire Department. This UTV is also used to aid crews for emergencies reported on the walking trails at Horn Pond Mountain.
Mutual Aid Partners
Paramedics
The Woburn Fire Department does not operate at the ALS level. A private ambulance company is contracted to provide the city with paramedics as well as backup BLS ambulances. Armstrong Ambulance Service out of Arlington, MA currently provides this service. Currently these resources are non dedicated to the city and are only provided “when available.” Woburn Fire relies heavily on the surrounding communities for mutual medical aid ALS ambulances and ALS intercepts. We’d like to thank all our mutual aid partners and communities for their continuous support.
2022 Mutual Aid Run Numbers
Winchester – 423
Burlington – 230
Reading – 185
Wilmington (BLS) – 25
Lexington – 51
Armstrong BLS – 150
Atlantic/Cataldo from Stoneham – 35
Action A/B – 148
The Woburn Fire Department Responded to 7627 Calls for service in 2022.
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- Administrative Assistant Rosa Lococo
- Inspector Joe Foley
- Inspector John Nee
A Heartfelt Thank You to James (Jimmy) Greelish
Today, we honor and thank Jimmy for his nearly 50 years of dedicated service as an Auxiliary Firefighter. From his time with the Wakefield Auxiliary in the 1970s to leading the Woburn Auxiliary from 2009 until its disbandment, his commitment has been unwavering.
For the last 15 years, Jimmy served as the last member of the Woburn Auxiliary, reporting directly to the Fire Chief, and played an integral role in the department’s work. His dedication to the community and his fellow firefighters has been an inspiration to us all.
Thank you, Jimmy, for your incredible service, your leadership, and your friendship. The fire service is stronger because of you. Stay safe, and we wish you all the best in your next chapter. We’ll see you on the other side of the yellow tape.
With deepest gratitude,
The Woburn Fire Department
Here’s a few more photos from the Mt. Pleasant St fire on 3/2. Thank you to @781phot0graphy for the photos
Earlier today, Woburn firefighters responded swiftly to a structure fire and immediately transmitted a second alarm on arrival. Thanks to the quick and coordinated efforts of our brave first responders. Woburn, Reading, Stoneham, Winchester, Burlington, and Medford worked together to knock down the fire. We thank our mutual aid departments in the efforts. #Woburn #WoburnFireDepartment #WoburnFireDept #WoburnFire #FirstResponders #CommunitySafety #Firefighters” @the_pffm @iaffofficial @cityofwoburn photos from this post were taken by @billylatsphotos
2/20/25 At approx 9:45am Woburn Fire struck box 931 for the report of a rollover on 93 North in the area of the Clover Leaf. E2, E4, T1, SH6, C3 and R1 responded. Upon arrival crews found multiple vehicles with heavy damage and two patients entrapped in their cars. Firefighters from Stoneham and Medford as well as Mass State Police, Armstrong Ambulance and Action Ambulance were also working on scene. Four patients in total were transported to a nearby trauma center. Woburn Fire Group 2 was on duty.
Congratulations to Our Newest Firefighters!
We are proud to announce that five dedicated individuals have successfully graduated from the Mass Fire Academy and are now officially on probationary status with our department!
Over the next few weeks, they’ll be putting their newly acquired knowledge to the test as they learn the ropes of the Woburn Fire Department. From mastering the ins and outs of ambulance operations to understanding dispatch, engine, and tower company procedures—there’s a lot to absorb, but we have no doubt they’ll rise to the challenge.
As they embark on this exciting journey, we want to wish them all the best in their careers. We’re thrilled to have them join our team and can’t wait to see the amazing things they’ll achieve. Welcome aboard, and here’s to a future filled with growth, learning, and service!
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We’re so grateful to hear from those we’ve had the privilege to help. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with our team! Your feedback means the world to us. Stay safe, and we’re here when you need us. #patientcare #ems #woburnfire #firerescue #cityofwoburn
Woburn Fire Department Annual Ice Rescue Training
This week, the Woburn Fire Department conducted its annual ice rescue training, beginning on Tuesday with a review of procedures for responding to ice rescue calls. The team started by opening the rescue boat at headquarters, ensuring all equipment was in working order and revisiting the proper operational techniques. Members then donned ice rescue suits for a refresher on their usage and the necessary safety protocols.
On Thursday, the team headed to Horn Pond, where they used saws and hand tools to create an ice hole, simulating real-life rescue conditions. Once a member entered the water, various rescue teams were deployed, utilizing different types of equipment and training scenarios to practice a range of potential rescue situations.
After completing the training, the team returned to the station, carefully inspected the equipment, and ensured everything was properly stored and ready for future calls #woburnfire #icerescue #newenglandfiredept #pffm #iaff
As we reflect on the year, we’re proud to share the statistics of our department’s response efforts. Each number represents our commitment to providing timely, effective, and compassionate service to our community—24/7, 365 days a year.
We are deeply committed to ensuring the highest level of care and responsiveness for every emergency, big or small. Our team continuously works to improve, adapt, and rise to any challenge that comes our way.
As we step into 2025, we want to take a moment to thank our community for your unwavering support. Your trust means everything to us, and it’s what drives us to give our best every single day.
Here’s to another year of dedication, teamwork, and service. Together, we make a difference.
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