Lee Career Firefighters - MA Local 5318

08/19/2026

Today and tomorrow, members of our department are taking an important step in protecting their health by participating in esophageal cancer screening — including members of our career and volunteer forces, as well as retired department members.

Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of developing esophageal cancer. Our work can expose us to smoke, chemicals and other carcinogens, making proactive health care and early detection especially important.

We’re proud that this screening opportunity was made possible through a grant received through the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association (MIIA), helping provide our members with access to important preventative health services.

Taking care of each other means taking the risks of this job seriously — and making sure those who have served, are serving, and volunteer their time have opportunities to take care of themselves, too.

07/04/2026

06/16/2026

Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, the sprinkler trailer demonstration that was planned for this weekend’s Safety Day has been canceled. While we’re disappointed—because it would have been a great addition—we are still very excited for the event! 🚒

We will be there as planned with our trucks and crew, ready to meet everyone and be part of a great day focused on safety.

We hope to bring the sprinkler trailer to a future event, as we know it would be a great experience for the community.

We look forward to seeing you all at Safety Day!

06/04/2026

🔥🚒 SAVE THE DATE! 🚒🔥
Join us on June 20th, 11 AM–1 PM at the Lee Bank parking lot (75 Park St.) for the Kiwanis Club of Lee’s Family Safety & Fun Day!

We’ll be presenting a live fire safety demonstration showing the difference between a room with smoke alarms only and one protected by a residential sprinkler system—a powerful look at how sprinklers save lives.

🎉 Event Highlights:
🚒 Lee Fire, Police & Ambulance exhibits
🐻 Smokey the Bear
🩺 Red Cross & Lions Club pre‑screenings
🎁 Bike raffle & free helmet giveaway
👨‍👩‍👧 Hands‑on safety activities for all ages

✅ FREE
✅ Family‑friendly
✅ Community safety education

We’re proud to take part every year—come out, learn something new, and enjoy a great day with the community.

05/29/2026

One of our members, Kyle Pettibone, attended Lee Elementary School’s Field Day yesterday representing IAFF Local 5318 and the Lee Fire Department alongside other Lee Fire Department staff, members of the Lee Police Department and the Massachusetts State Police. It was a beautiful day filled with fun, laughter, and great community spirit.

We’re grateful for opportunities like this to connect with the kids in our community. Thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a success and thank you to the organizers for allowing us to be a part of your event!

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we rise to celebrate the extraordinary men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.

Their boundless courage, selfless spirit, and unwavering commitment will forever be etched in our hearts.

To all who have served and to the families who carry their legacy—thank you.

Today, we honor you. Always, we remember.

05/24/2026

Today we mourn the Line of Duty Death of Boston Firefighter Robert “Bobby” Kilduff of Rescue 2, a 24-year veteran of the Boston Fire Department, who made the ultimate sacrifice while operating at a 3-alarm fire in Dorchester last night.

On behalf of our entire Local, we extend our deepest condolences to the members of the Boston Fire Department, Rescue 2, and to Bobby’s family, friends, and loved ones during this heartbreaking time.

“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”

Rest easy, Brother. We have it from here.

05/21/2026

We would like to proudly recognize Brothers Mitch Arseneau and Michael Poirier for receiving Life-Saving Awards at the annual dinner hosted by the Berkshire County EMSCO. Their professionalism, quick actions, and dedication to serving their community made a life-changing difference when it mattered most.

These awards reflect the commitment our members bring to every call and every patient they serve.

“EMS is not just about saving lives — it’s about bringing hope, compassion, and calm in someone’s worst moment.”

Congratulations to both recipients on this well-deserved honor. Your Local is proud of your service and dedication to the people of Berkshire County.

05/21/2026

Congratulations to our Brother Lt. Schultz on graduating with his Master’s Degree! Your commitment to continued learning and professional development reflects the very best of the fire service.

“The day you stop learning is the day you stop leading.”

We’re proud to have you as part of our Local. Congratulations!

05/12/2026

Last Friday, Firefighter/EMT Kyle Pettibone, one of our Fire Life & Safety Educators, visited the preschool class at Lee Elementary School as part of their “Community Helpers” lesson.

🚒 Kyle showed the students some of the tools and equipment firefighters use, explained our protective gear, and helped them see that a fully dressed firefighter isn’t scary — they’re someone you can go toward in an emergency.

🧯 The visit wrapped up with a review of:
• Stop, Drop, and Roll
• Crawl Low Under Smoke
• How to call 911

❤️ We love getting out into our community to share Fire Life and Safety education and show how firefighters serve, protect, and help every day.