Open House Event - Saturday September 13th, 2025 

Cambridge Fire Department is excited to host our annual Open House on Saturday September 13, 2025 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

Bring the whole family to meet CFD staff, tour the fire trucks, participate in junior firefighter games, enjoy a live fire demonstration and connect with some of our valued community partners. A BBQ will be available for cash donations, with all proceeds going to Camp BUCKO, which provides children recovering from burn injuries with the opportunity to connect, heal, and have fun.

Since it began in 1922, Fire Prevention Week has taken place in early October to raise awareness of fire prevention. 

Fire Prevention Week, October 5 - 11, 2025 

Join us in celebrating Fire Prevention Week! This year's campaign, "Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home" works to educate our community about using these batteries safely.

From smartphones and laptops to power tools and toys, lithium-ion batteries are everywhere – and while convenient, they can pose a fire risk if not used or disposed of safely. The Cambridge Fire Department wants to stress how important it is to BUY certified products, CHARGE devices properly, and RECYCLE batteries at safe drop-off locations when it comes to lithium-ion batteries.

Charge into Fire Safety: 3 Steps

Buy only listed products. When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery, look for a safety certification mark such as UL, ETL, or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.

Charge devices safely. Always use the cords that came with the product to charge. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer. Buy new chargers from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved. Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged.

Recycle batteries responsibly. Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could start a fire. Recycle your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location.