New London County Fire Chief's Association

06/24/2026

On May 27, 2026, the Stonington Vol. Ambulance Corps, Inc held its annual meeting. Thank you to the past officers and congrats to the new officers for 2026-2027.

06/24/2026

🇺🇸 Franklin is celebrating America's 250th Birthday this weekend, June 27th and 28th at Giddings Park.
Stop by and visit with your local firefighters while enjoying several family-friendly activities throughout the weekend.
Members of our department will be available to answer questions about volunteering and membership opportunities. Whether you're interested in firefighting, EMS, fire police, administrative support, or helping at community events, there's a place for everyone.

06/24/2026

It is with great honor that we announce that Lebanon Volunteer Fire Chief Jay Schall has been named the New London County Fire Chief of the Year by the Connecticut Fire Chiefs Association.
Chief Schall joined the Lebanon Volunteer Fire Department as a regular member in 2013. He was no stranger to emergency services, having begun his career with the Ellington Fire Department and Ambulance Corps in Ellington, Connecticut. From the start, Chief Schall became a fixture in the community, known for his contagious personality and dedication to serving others.
Throughout his tenure with the department, Chief Schall steadily advanced through the ranks, being promoted to Lieutenant in 2016, Captain in 2018, and ultimately Fire Chief in 2020. During his leadership, he has spearheaded numerous projects and chaired multiple committees. One of his most notable accomplishments was establishing and expanding the Lebanon Volunteer Fire Department’s social media presence. Chief Schall laid the foundation for what has become an effective platform for community engagement, often referring to it as “telling our story.”
Chief Schall also led the department through the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the most challenging and uncertain periods faced by emergency responders. Additionally, he was entrusted with developing a town-wide radio communications plan, bringing together stakeholders from the Police Department, Fire Department, School District, and Public Works Department to create a communications network that significantly improved interoperability during emergencies.
One of Chief Schall’s greatest strengths is his ability to bring people together. Whether coordinating complex projects, building partnerships, or sharing his world-famous Taco Soup, he has a unique talent for fostering camaraderie and teamwork.
Chief Schall holds advanced certifications as an NFPA Fire Officer and Fire Instructor and currently serves as a Communications Specialist with Life Star Air Ambulance. To say we are proud is an understatement. Chief Schall exemplifies leadership, professionalism, and service. We congratulate him on this well-deserved recognition as the New London County Fire Chief of the Year.

06/18/2026

The New England Fire Chiefs Association, Division of the IAFC, hosts and annual conference to support the professional development of fire Chiefs throughout New England.

06/18/2026

The Call for Award Nominations is now open! Each year, the IAFC Volunteer and Combination Officers Section, in partnership with Provident Insurance and VFIS - Firefighter & EMS, presents awards honoring exceptional leadership and service within the fire community.

These include:
- William F. Jenaway Illness & Injury Prevention Award (sponsored by VFIS)
- Retention and Recruitment Achievement Award (sponsored by VFIS)
- John M. Buckman III Leadership Award (sponsored by Provident)

Submit your nominations by June 30th. Awards will be presented at Symposium in the Sun in Clearwater, FL - November 12-15, 2026.
https://www.iafc.org/about-iafc/sections/vcos/about/awards

06/18/2026

The Connecticut Healthcare Coalition has completed statewide EMS supply distribution in partnership with all five regional councils. In Region 4, the Eastern Connecticut Emergency Medical Services Council (ECEMSC) coordinated deployment of critical MCI resources, including triage tags, SMART triage....

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