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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12/28/2022
This training is a great learning experience that could prevent serious injury & save their lives
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12/27/2022
All recruit firefighters rotate thru the various attack hose line positions, including nozzle firefighter, 1st backup (vent), & 2nd backup (overhaul)
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12/19/2022
Firefighters quickly contained and extinguished the fire in a residence on Holworthy Street
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12/15/2022
Numerous toys were dropped off at neighborhood fire houses as well as a very large donation from the people at Draper Lab and the Harvard Square Business Association
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12/6/2022
The intense training program is nearing the half way point
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12/5/2022
As we celebrate the season, let's work together to keep the holidays safe
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11/22/2022
Cambridge Firefighters again partner with United States Marines to bring toys to children in need
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11/14/2022
Let's work together to make it a fire safe holiday
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11/7/2022
Established in 1932
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11/1/2022
Firefighters quickly contained and extinguished the fire
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