Professional Firefighters of Manchester/Local 1579

06/18/2026

Busy day for Local 1579! 🔥

05/27/2026

When it comes to Rapid Intervention Team training, “there's a lot of moving parts,” said Battalion Chief Matt Leroux.

05/25/2026

05/15/2026

Congratulations To Brother Craig Pardi as he works his last shift today!!!

Congratulations to Firefighter Craig Pardi, who works the last shift of a 25 year career today. Hired in February of 2001 by then Chief Weber, Craig operated as a Firefighter Paramedic on Shift 4, with assignments at Medic 2 and Station 3. Craig precepted new Paramedics, transitioned to the apparatus based paramedic program, and participated in some of the largest events in MFD's history, being recognized with Unit Citations and Campaign Awards. Later on Craig adopted the role of the senior Firefighter, with assignments at Engines 4 and 5, and most recently, Engine 7. Craig leaves the Department having attended thousands of incidents and caring for an untold number of people. Congratulations and best wishes for a happy and healthy retirement

05/14/2026

Congratulations Brother Mikalonis !!!

04/30/2026

Please consider helping our brother and sister in City of Middletown Professional Firefighters Local 1073 as they are going through an unimaginable medical emergency with their 4 year old daughter.

In the early hours of Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Tiffany & Brian experienced a medical emergency no parent should have to endure. Their 4-year-old, Mackinley, was rushed to Connecticut Children's Medical Center with a brain bleed and has been in the PICU. Tiff & Brian have been round the clock at CC...

02/22/2026

❄️ Blizzard 2026: Safety Reminders
• Heavy Snowfall Expected: We are anticipating 12–24” of snow over the next 24 hours.
• Avoid Travel: Road conditions will be dangerous or impassable. Please stay off the roads to allow emergency crews and plows to work efficiently.
• Clear the Hydrants: If you have a fire hydrant near your property, please shovel a path around it. Buried hydrants can significantly delay firefighting efforts during an emergency.
• We Are Ready: Local 1579 will have extra personnel on duty around the clock to respond to the storm.
• Emergency Contact: If you have an emergency, do not hesitate—dial 911 immediately.

02/12/2026

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01/27/2026

Every second counts in an emergency. ❄️🔥

Help us help you! If there’s a hydrant near your home or business, please take a moment to shovel a path around it. When we don't have to stop to dig out a hydrant, we can get water on the fire that much faster.

Thanks for looking out for your neighbors and the crew at Local 1579!