The Norristown Fire Department is honored to be selected as one of the next 100 departments in the Nation, to participate in the rollout of Version 1 of the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS). Our department’s involvement will play a crucial role in modernizing fire and emergency data collection across the country.

NERIS will introduce new tools and resources to enhance emergency ... (Full Story & Photos)

FOR PUBLICATION AND POSTING

EXAMINATION NOTICE

CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION OF

THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORRISTOWN

ENTRY LEVEL FIREFIGHTER

Forms required to be completed and submitted for application for the position of ENTRY-LEVEL FIREFIGHTER for the Municipality of Norristown, a Civil Service position, will be available beginning September 27, 2024 at the Office of the Municipal Administrator, Norristown ... (Full Story & Photos)

It was a sad morning as our Norristown Firefighters were called out to a fire at the Fire Chief's Memorial in Elmwood Park. When crews arrived, fire was already showing from the roof. Crews spent about 2 hours controlling the fire.
As daylight broke, crews were on scene assessing the damage and removing the memorial plaques.

Fire Chief Thomas O'Donnell vows to rebuild!... (Full Story & Photos)

Our new Pierce Squad is expected later this summer. We will continue to update the progress in photos as we receive them.... (Full Story & Photos)

The Norristown fire department is pleased to announce The addition of Wagner, our next arson detection K9. Firefighter David Soulen will be Wagner‘s handler and starts training tomorrow. We look forward to Wagner spending many hours at the fire station along with appearances at schools and community events. Welcome Wagner! ... (Full Story & Photos)

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of past Fire Chief James Mullane. Jim held many roles with the Norristown Fire Department and the PA State Firefighters Association. Please keep Jim’s family in your prayers.

Funeral Arraignments are as follows:

Date: Saturday, March 23, 2024
Times: 1100 hours – 1400 hours
Location: Bacchi Funeral Home & Crematory, 805 Dekalb Street, Bridgeport, ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Norristown Fire Department announced today their annual Thanksgiving Dinner drive for Norristown families in need. Approximately 100 Norristown families will find comfort that first responders will again be providing them family-sized meals for a bountiful Thanksgiving this year. The fire department has coordinated this event going for several years after recognizing a need in the
community. “The ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Norristown Fire Department mourns the passing of Richard E Seltzer, former Asst. Fire Marshal of the Norristown Fire Department and former President of the Hancock Fire Company.

A statement from the Hancock Fire Company stated:

It is with deep sadness the Hancock Fire Company announces the passing of past President Richard E. Seltzer Sr. Rick was a member for 49 years. He also held several ... (Full Story & Photos)