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A collaborative project of the State Fire Marshal, the CT State Police Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit, the CT Fire Academy, and the commissioners of DAS, DEEP, and DESPP.

08/24/2026

Fire safety and the Yard Goats. What could be better? ⚾🔥

State Fire Marshal Lauri Volkert joined families at Junior Fire Marshal Day at Dunkin’ Park to talk about simple steps kids and families can take to stay fire safe.

It was a rough finish for the Goats, but a great day for fire safety!

07/30/2026

🔥 OSFM History Spotlight: The Work Continues

The Office of the State Fire Marshal has changed a lot since 1901.

What began as an office focused on investigating suspicious fires has grown into a modern fire and life safety operation with responsibilities across Field Services, State Buildings, and Technical Services.

Today, OSFM supports local fire marshals, helps develop and interpret the Connecticut Fire Safety Code and Fire Prevention Code, reviews flame effects before an audience, analyzes burn injury reports, inspects state buildings, reviews plans and construction for new state buildings, supports community risk reduction and public fire education, and oversees crane and demolition licensing and inspections.

OSFM also works closely with partners across the fire service and public safety community, including DESPP and local fire officials, to help protect people in every corner of Connecticut.

After 125 years, the work is broader, more technical, and more complex, but the mission is still clear: helping keep Connecticut safe.

07/21/2026

🔥 OSFM 125 History Spotlight: Learning From Tragedy to Improve Safety

Some of the most important improvements in fire and life safety have come from hard lessons.

Connecticut’s fire safety history includes devastating events like the Hartford Circus Fire in 1944, the Hartford Hospital fire in 1961, the Greenwood Nursing Home fire in 2003, and the Kleen Energy explosion in 2010. Each tragedy reinforced the importance of strong codes, inspections, prevention, investigation, and public awareness.

Over time, Connecticut’s fire safety codes grew and changed, incorporating nationally recognized standards and addressing risks in schools, hospitals, public assembly spaces, hazardous materials, high-risk buildings, and more.

That work continues today, 125 years after the Office of the State Fire Marshal was established. OSFM helps support code development, reviews modification requests, answers technical questions, inspects state buildings, reviews plans for new state and threshold building projects, and works with partners to reduce risk before emergencies happen.

Fire safety is built on prevention, preparation, and learning from the past.

Pictured: Hartford Circus Fire, Big top engulfed in flames. RG 69, Nelson Collection.

07/16/2026

See those hazy skies? Smoke from wildfires burning hundreds of miles away in Canada and Minnesota are traveling long distances and affecting air quality here in Connecticut.

It is an important reminder that wildfire can happen here, too. With dry conditions across parts of the state, one small spark can spread quickly.

Help prevent wildfires:
• Avoid outdoor burning and campfires when conditions are dry
• Fully extinguish charcoal, ashes and ci******es
• Prevent sparks from vehicles, trailers and outdoor equipment

Check the daily fire danger, follow local restrictions and help keep Connecticut Fire Safe.

07/13/2026

🔥 OSFM History Spotlight: It Started in 1901

Long before modern fire codes, public education campaigns, and statewide fire safety partnerships, Connecticut recognized a simple but powerful idea: understanding why fires happen can help prevent them.

In 1901, the Connecticut General Assembly authorized the Governor to appoint the first State Fire Marshal. The office’s early work focused on investigating suspicious fires and reporting findings to the Insurance Commissioner.

Today, the Office of the State Fire Marshal has grown into a statewide fire and life safety leader, supporting local fire marshals, helping interpret and develop fire safety codes, reviewing state building projects, supporting public education, and working with partners across Connecticut to help keep people safe.

For 125 years, the mission has evolved, but the goal has stayed the same: protecting life and property from fire, explosion, and related hazards.

Happy 125th, OSFM!

04/20/2026

Fires are happening less often, but they are becoming more deadly.

Today, more than 1 in every 100 home fires results in a death.

The good news is that simple steps can save lives:
Test your smoke alarms every month
Replace batteries as needed and make sure alarms are up to date
Create and practice a home escape plan
Stay in the kitchen when cooking
Keep exits clear
Know how to use a fire extinguisher

Fire safety starts before the fire.

Take a few minutes today. It could make all the difference.

03/18/2026

Happy 75th Birthday, Sparky the Fire Dog! 🐾🎉

For 75 years, you’ve been teaching generations how to stay safe, be prepared, and stop, drop, and roll like pros 🔥🚒

From firehouses to classrooms, your pawsitive impact has helped save lives and spark smarter habits across the country, and right here in Connecticut ❤️

Here’s to more tail wags, safety tips, and community heroes in the making.

Stay safe, stay smart, and celebrate Sparky today!

03/12/2026

Before buying a smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm, or fire extinguisher, take a moment to check the label. 🔍🔥

The Connecticut State Fire Marshal’s Office and the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection are warning residents about non-listed fire safety products being sold online and in stores. These products may not be tested to nationally recognized safety standards and may not work when you need them most.

When shopping for fire safety devices, look for the listing mark from a nationally recognized testing laboratory such as UL, ETL, or FM on the packaging and the device itself.

Residents should also check the devices already in their homes. If a smoke alarm, CO alarm, or fire extinguisher does not have a recognized listing mark, it should be replaced.

If you see a suspicious product, report it to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection: ct.gov/dcp/complaint

02/23/2026

As snow continues to fall across Connecticut, fire safety remains critical. ❄️

State Fire Marshal Lauri Volkert joined CNN to remind residents:
🔥 Heat your home safely
⚡ Use generators outdoors only
🚨 Test your smoke & carbon monoxide alarms

Winter storms increase the risk of fire and CO emergencies — but most are preventable.

02/22/2026

❄️ Winter storm coming: Stay fire safe ❄️

As temperatures drop and snow accumulates, the risk of home fires and carbon monoxide poisoning increases. Most winter storm emergencies are preventable.

🔥 Heat Safely
• Keep space heaters at least 3 feet from anything that can burn.
• Plug heaters directly into the wall; no extension cords.
• Turn heaters off when you leave or go to sleep.
• Put fireplace ashes in a metal container with a lid and store it outside, away from your home.

⚡ Generator Safety
• Never run generators inside your home or garage.
• Keep them at least 20 feet from your home, exhaust pointed away.
• Never use your oven or grill to heat your home.
• Use flashlights instead of candles.

🚨 Check Your Alarms
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
• Replace batteries if needed.
• If an alarm sounds, get outside and call 9-1-1.

🏠 Keep Paths Clear
• Clear vents, exits, and hydrants of snow.
• Make sure your address is visible.
• Check on your neighbors.

Prepare now. Heat safely. Test your alarms.

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