Fire Department

The mission of the Cotuit Fire Department is to protect the lives and property of the people of the Cotuit Fire District and its visitors from fires, natural disasters, accidents, hazardous materials incidents, and other causes requiring a rapid and skilled response by land or water; serve the needs of its most vulnerable residents through community paramedicine, and save lives and reduce suffering by providing emergency medical services; and to prevent harm through prevention services and education programs.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, DIAL 911
Non-Emergency Contact:
508-428-2210
64 High Street, Cotuit, MA 02635
Monday – Friday, 8am – 4:30pm

Services

Residential Fire Inspections

Required inspection by the fire department upon sale or transfer.

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Open Burning Regulations

Call our station at 508-428-2210 and press 2 to see if burning is allowed.

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Fire Personnel Contract

Local #3642, International Association of Firefighters

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Small Vessel Decals

Obtain a vessel identification sticker for a canoe, kayak, or rowboat.

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News & Announcements

September 11 Ceremony

The Cotuit Fire Department invites you to a brief ceremony on Wednesday, September 11, in honor of those who lost their lives in 2001. The ceremony will be held at the fire station on High Street. The public is welcome to gather starting at 9:00 a.m., with the ceremony beginning at 9:30 a.m. The fire […]

Special Meeting

The Board of Fire Commissioners is holding a Special Meeting on August 27, 2024 at 5:30pm at Freedom Hall. The meeting is open to all members of the Cotuit Fire District. At the meeting the Board, along with the Chief and Deputy Chief of the Cotuit Fire Department, will be opening the RFQ submissions for […]

Chief Walter “Spike” Dottridge

The Cotuit Fire Department regrets to announce the passing of Chief Walter “Spike” Dottridge.  Chief Dottridge served the Cotuit Fire District for over 40 years, serving as Chief of the department for 8 years, retiring in 1985.  Spike also worked for the State Forestry Department during WW2.  Details on services to honor the memory of […]

Meetings

Tuesday June 9 2026

Fire Commissioners Meeting

Freedom Hall
@ 5:30 PM
Tuesday May 12 2026

Fire Commissioners Meeting

Freedom Hall
@ 5:30 PM
Monday April 20 2026

Public Meeting Notice

Freedom Hall
@ 6:00 PM

Meet the Team