The PA Dept of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and the Office of the State Fire Commissioner announced today that the Norristown Fire Department has successfully been re-accredited until August 30, 2019, through the PA Voluntary Advanced Rescue Services Recognition … [Read more...]

"DON'T WAIT. COMMUNICATE. MAKE YOUR EMERGENCY PLAN TODAY!" September is National Preparedness Month and the Norristown Fire Department encourages everyone to prepare and plan for emergencies. From home escape plans to snow emergencies, we need to know what to do, practice it … [Read more...]

Norristown Firefighters work to extricate a victim this morning at a vehicle accident on Dekalb St. … [Read more...]

With all occupants safely evacuated and no injuries reported; this house fire on the 600 Blk of Chain St. reminds us that Working Smoke Detectors save lives....and that you should always have a Home Escape Plan...and Once Out, Stay Out! … [Read more...]

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The FEMA app is your one-stop-shop with tools and tips to keep you safe before, during, and after disasters. Stay updated with weather related alerts from the U.S. National Weather Service. Upload and share your disaster photos to help out emergency managers. Save a custom list … [Read more...]

Congratulations to Fire Marshal Charlie Sweeney on his retirement after 25 years of service as Fire Marshal and more than 40 years of service to the Norristown Community as a firefighter and Chief of the Department. … [Read more...]

Norristown Firefighters along with numerous firefighters from the surrounding area tackled two house fires in less than 24 hours. The first fire in the 1200 Blk of Powell St came in around 11:45pm. Upon arrival, fire was already showing from the second floor windows and extending … [Read more...]

It was a tragic day in Norristown as a young boys runs back into a burning home to find his father. Little did he know his father was able to escape the flames from a second floor window. Please remember to NEVER return to a burning building. Call 911 and let the firefighters … [Read more...]

With a Blizzard Watch issued for the Norristown Area, residents are urged to take “common sense” precautions to ensure their safety. • Stay off the roads and park your car in your driveway to allow snow plows and emergency vehicles to pass. • Clear fire hydrants in your area. • … [Read more...]

The Santa Express rolled into Norristown Saturday, and with the help of a bunch of elves from the Norristown Fire Department and the Norristown Eagles Football Team, smiles stretched across the faces of the Children of Norristown     … [Read more...]

Norristown's newest career firefighter, Andrew Stiteler, was sworn in at the November's Municipal Council Meeting by Council President Sonya Sanders. Andrew was a volunteer member of the Fairmount Engine Company No. 2 in Norristown and previously worked for the Pottstown Fire … [Read more...]

Firefighters Lee and Spitko and "Kindle" display the FIDO Bags donated by the Fetch Foundation to the Norristown Fire Department. The FIDO Bag's program supplies firefighters with lifesaving tools to administer medical attention to your pets at the point of rescue. Our … [Read more...]