Thanks to our members who attended the Point of Distribution Training (POD) that took place on September 3, 2026 at the Connecticut Department of Transportation Center in Newington. This was a full 8 hours of training and practical operations. Even though our Hamden CERT Members supported over 30 Emergency Food Distributions during the COVID-19 Pandemic, (March 2020 through June of 2022) there is always something more to learn as we continue to attend trainings and provide an

Registration is now open for our next class starting on September 10th! Join us for this free 8- week class that will teach you all the skills necessary to keep yourself, your family, and neighbors safe during any emergency situation. Fill out this form to register!

Hamden CERT was activated on June 28 for firefighter rehabilitation services, assisting the Hamden Fire Department at a structure fire on Central Avenue. The fire displaced a family of 3 as the fire that started with a solar panel extended into the attic. Due to high heat and humidity, CERT provided hydration & cooling towels to the firefighters and assisted the displaced individuals until the arrival of the Red Cross.

We had one of the largest crowds that we have seen in years for the Town of Hamden’s 4th of July celebration, which also commemorated Hamden’s 240th. We had plenty of food, music, and fun for the hundreds of patrons who came out for this great wvwnr. Thanks to our 24 Hamden CERT members 💚 who came out to serve our community on one of our busiest nights of the summer! Thanks also to our Hamden Public Works & Parks Department’s Crews who cleaned up the park to look like nothin

On June 15 and 16, nine of our members supported the Hamden Middle School End of Year Celebration. Four groups of students over the 2-day period brought hundreds of students, parents, and other relatives to celebrate the occasion. With two sessions each day, our members managed hundreds of vehicles as one group of students were dismissed and the next group of vehicles entered the parking areas for the second session. We were able to provide a safe, organized transition of veh

Thank you to our Hamden CERT volunteers who gave up a good part of their weekend supporting the Hamden Road Race & Festival. Our members started on Friday evening, helping to set up the track & prepare the entry points and parking area. It was an early start (06:00 hrs.) on Saturday morning to be ready for the many runners who entered the park to warm up and prepare for their events. In the middle of all of the activities around noon time, we also helped Hamden Fire Departmen

Hamden CERT volunteers were activated on May 21 for another emergency at a structure fire at 660 Mix Avenue. The incident happened a little after noon at a 6-story, non-fireproof, residential apartment building. All Hamden Fire apparatus and personnel were on scene for close to 3 hours because of the many interior exposure concerns that required extensive overhaul operations. With this being our 2nd multiple alarm fire in the last 3 days, we thank our mutual aid partners from

On Tuesday evening, May 19th, Hamden Fire responded to multiple 911 calls for a residential structure fire on Winnett Street. On arrival of Engine 2, heavy fire was reported on the 1st and 2nd floors of the structure. A 2nd Alarm was soon requested for heavy fire with exposure concerns. Hamden CERT responded and set up a Rehab Station and assisted with air bottles for the many firefighters because of the elevated temperatures and humidity. Thank you to the many mutual aid dep

We had a great evening on May 7 as our students from Hamden CERT Class #25 finished their training. This was one of our larger classes and each new member made us proud of how they participated each week, became friends, and actually became part of our Hamden CERT family. We are honored to have them as part of our team and congratulate them on their hard work, dedication, and taking the time to learn how to make a difference!

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We would like to take the time to send a special thanks to the members of the Dunbar Hill Fire Company #8 for their hospitality and...