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Our Mission
Our Mission at Bennington Fire Rescue is to protect life and property in our community through fire prevention, suppression, education, enforcement and emergency medical response.
About Bennington Fire
Bennington Fire Rescue is located in the Monadnock Region of Southern New Hampshire. Our department provides fire and emergency medical services to the Town of Bennington, 24 hours a day, seven days a week to a population of aproximately 1500 spread out over eleven square miles. Additionally, as proud part of a close-knit community, we regularly respond to nearby towns and cities in New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts! Our department operates out of one station located in the center of Bennington equipped with an engine, tanker, rescue/EMS unit, and a forestry unit.
Bennington Fire Rescue is made up of 13 Paid Call members. Our membership consists of electricians, chemists, equipment operators, truck drivers, carpenters, automotive technicians and highway workers. Despite our current numbers, we continue to actively seek people to come join our team. As a member of Bennington Fire Rescue, you will receive all of the necessary training to become a Firefighter or EMT. Experience in the fire service is helpful, but by no means required. If you would like to help your community in one of the most rewarding jobs in the world, stop by the station to pick up an application or visit our contact page to set up a time to meet.
Useful Links
- NH Division of Fire Safety: Offers statewide resources, safety regulations, and educational materials related to fire safety.
- ReadyNH.gov: New Hampshire’s emergency preparedness website, providing tips and tools for preparing for natural disasters and other emergencies.
- Town of Bennington Official Website: Links to local updates, municipal services, and community events.
- Bennington Police Department: Facebook page for your local police department. For emergencies, dial 911 immediately.
- NH Fire Academy: The recognized leader in fire training and emergency medical services.
- NH 911 Public Safety: The New Hampshire 911 Center.
- American Red Cross of Northern New Engalnd: Offers resources on disaster preparedness, first aid, CPR training, and emergency assistance.
- New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services: Provides information on environmental hazards, air quality, and burning permits.
- Monadnock Community Hospital: Nearby 24/7 Hospital. For medical emergencies, dial 911 immediately! 603-924-4699 x1038.
- NH 2-1-1: New Hampshire 2-1-1 is a resource for residents to get information on health and human services and to find assistance in times of need.
- Southwestern Mutual Fire District Dispatch: Learn more about Southwestern Mutual Fire District.
- Active 911 Calls: View a feed of live calls in our district.
- Live Dispatch Audio Feed: Listen in on active fire calls through broadcastify.
Bennington FD Association
The Bennington Fire Department Association is comprised of fire department members, their families, and other individuals who want to support the fire department but don’t want to be a active fire fighting member (active firefighting members pertaining of paid staff and auxiliary firefighters).The association raises funds to support the members, and is used in multiple ways such as supplying food and drinks at extended fire scenes and supporting other local charities such as the Red Cross of New Hampshire.
The Association meets every other month on the 1st Tuesday Night of that month. Currently the meetings are on the even months. The officers of the association are voted on by the association on the first Tuesday in January every year.
If you are interested in joinging the Bennington FD Association, please print out the application linked below, check off the “Auxiliary” box, and drop it off at the station or the town hall.
