*Contact Us
Emergency
Call 911 - For all emergencies from anywhere within Waltham, Massachusetts. Cell Phone users can call (781) 893-4100. WFD utilizes enhanced 911 in the city, which helps our dispatchers determine the address from which you are calling, even if you're unable to say it.
What we need to know
For any emergency there are two main things we need to know in order to help you.
- Address/Location - Where are you? The exact address is best. Nearest cross streets or even landmarks can also help
- Type of Emergency - What is wrong? Our response starts with your call. The more information we have ensures that the proper resources will respond.
Non-Emergency
Acting Chief Michael J. Quinn
Chief of Department
Deputy Chief Cliff Richardson
Fire Prevention Division
Deputy Chief Paul Ciccone
Fire Training Division
Waltham Fire Department Headquarters
175 Lexington Street
Waltham, MA 02452-4638
(781) 314-3710 Business Phone
(781) 647-0892 FAX
To Report Possible Terrorist Activity
Call the State's toll free terrorism tip line at 1-888-USA-5458
For Non-emergency Information Following a Major Disaster or Event
Call the State's new citizens helpline at 2-1-1