Welcome to the Official Website for Plainville Fire Company

Since 1885, the Plainville Fire Company has proudly provided fire protection and rescue services to a 9.3-square-mile area of Plainville, CT, supporting a population of 17,000 and covering major transportation routes, residential zones, and industrial sectors. Staffed by 34 regular firefighters, 6 probationary firefighters trained to state certification standards, and 3 fire police members, the Company also plays a vital community role through events like the annual Hot Air Balloon Festival and educational scholarship programs.
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State of the art airbags in service
Firefighter Jp Smedile, July 08
Last night, our membership trained on the safe deployment and usage of our new Paratech Maxiforce G3 Lifting airbags. The compliment includes (1) KPI-8 bag capable of lifting 9.1 US tons and a maximum height of 6.4 inches, (2) KPI-22 bags capable of each lifting 29.8 US tons and a maximum height of 10.8 inches, (1) Multiforce unit capable of 37.2 US tons and a maximum height of 16in. The Mulitforce ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Three Injured in Two-Vehicle Collision in Plainville, One Airlifted by Lifestar
Plainville Fire Company, May 10
On the evening of May 09, Plainville Fire Company responded to a serious two-vehicle motor vehicle accident (MVA) requiring extrication.
Firefighters arrived quickly on scene and found multiple occupants trapped in the vehicles. Crews worked efficiently using hydraulic rescue tools to safely extricate the victims. A total of three individuals sustained injuries in the crash. Two patients were transported ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Local Fire Departments Partner for Mock Vehicle Extrication Training
Plainville Fire Company, November 24
This evening, personnel from our department had the valuable opportunity to take part in a hands-on mock vehicle extrication drill, hosted in collaboration with the Farmington Fire Department and presented by Farmington Motor Sports.
The live demonstration built upon a classroom session held several weeks ago, where Farmington Motor Sports introduced emergency responders to the specialized tools, ... (Full Story & Photos)
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