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Est. in Walden, Vermont

Walden's
First Line
of Defense

For generations, the Walden Fire Department has stood ready — responding to emergencies, preventing disasters, and safeguarding every home and family across our community.

24/7 Emergency Response
Certified Volunteer & Career Staff
Serving Walden & Surrounding Areas
Walden Fire Department station and emergency vehicles
24/7
Day & Night
Rapid
Response Time
Full
Protection
What We Do

Comprehensive Emergency
& Safety Services

From fire suppression to community education, our department provides a full spectrum of emergency and preventive services for Walden and the surrounding communities.

Fire Suppression

Rapid response to structural, vehicle, and wildland fires with modern equipment and trained personnel ready around the clock.

Emergency Medical Response

First-response medical care delivered by certified personnel, bridging the critical gap until advanced medical services arrive.

Fire Prevention & Inspection

Proactive fire code inspections, safety audits, and hazard assessments for residential, commercial, and municipal buildings.

Community Education

Hands-on safety workshops, school visits, and public demonstrations teaching fire prevention and emergency preparedness.

Hazardous Materials

Specialized training and equipment for containing and mitigating hazardous material incidents safely and effectively.

Rescue Operations

Vehicle extrication, search and rescue, and technical rescue operations with specialized equipment and certified teams.

Walden Fire Department crew preparing for response
About Us

Rooted in Walden.
Ready for Anything.

The Walden Fire Department is more than an emergency response team — we are neighbors, volunteers, and career professionals who share a commitment to protecting the community we call home.

Based at 12 VT-215 in the heart of Walden, our department combines rapid emergency response with proactive community outreach. Whether it's a structure fire, a medical emergency, or a safety education session at a local school, we show up — every shift, every season, every day.

24/7
Always On Call
100+
Trained Responders
Decades
of Service
VT
State Certified
Community

Building a Safer Walden Together

We believe prevention saves lives. Our community programs give residents the knowledge and tools to protect themselves and their families.

Fire safety education program for children in Walden

Youth Safety Programs

Interactive fire safety workshops for students of all ages, teaching prevention, escape planning, and emergency response fundamentals.

Community open house at Walden Fire Department station

Community Open House

Visit the station, meet the crew, and tour our apparatus — an annual event that strengthens the bond between first responders and residents.

Fire safety awareness campaign in Walden Vermont

Safety Awareness Campaigns

Seasonal outreach on smoke detector maintenance, holiday fire safety, and emergency preparedness for Vermont's unique climate challenges.

Emergency? Call Now.

For emergencies, dial 911. For non-emergency inquiries, reach us directly.

Get in Touch

We're Here When
You Need Us

Whether you need to report a non-emergency, schedule a safety inspection, or learn about our programs, we welcome your questions.

Address

12 VT-215
Walden, VT 05873-9859

Phone

(802) 563-2393

Emergency: Dial 911

Hours

Emergency Services: 24/7

Non-emergency: Contact for office hours

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