At about 230 pm, on September 1st, the Firefighters of the East Cambridge Fire House were notified of an unconscious male across the street from their fire house. Firefighters immediately responded and finding the person in cardiac arrest, called for more resources. CPR (cardio pulmonary resuscitation) was started without delay and several difibrillator shocks were delivered. ALS (advanced life support) care was immediately iinitiated and continued while on route to the medical facility. The patient's pulse and breathing were restored prior to arrival at the hospital.
Due to the quick response and team effort of the members of Engine 3, Ladder 2, and Rescue 1 from the East Cambridge fire house, the patient was given a chance for survival.
Please see General Order #26, series of 2023 attached below.


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12/29/2021
Firefighters fought a fire in a 3 story residence at 49 Webster Av on the morning of December 29, 2021.
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12/23/2021
The Cambridge Fire Department sends our Holiday wishes for a Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa, & a Happy & Healthy New Year to all!
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12/20/2021
Cambridge Public Health Department and Cambridge Fire collaborated to bring Covid boosters and flu vaccine to homebound residents.
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12/13/2021
Make everyday Candle Safety Day!
Always be cautious when using candles.
- Keep candles away from combustibles.
- Never leave candles unattended.
- Battery operated candles are always a better option!
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12/10/2021
Thank you for a very successful Toys for Tots drive this year.
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12/6/2021
Keep your Christmas Holiday tree fire safe
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11/18/2021
Join with Cambridge Firefighters & United States Marine Corps Reserve in our 2021 Toys for Tots drive.
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11/17/2021
Cambridge Firefighters are participating in "hands-on" power saw training in various tactical situations.
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11/16/2021
Did you know that more fires occur on Thanksgiving Day than on any other day of the year? And most of these Thanksgiving fires start as kitchen fires.
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11/8/2021
Cambridge Firefighters review and practice advancing and handling of hose lines in hands-on fire scenario evolutions.
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