The Fire Marshall conducts annual inspections at commercial properties and will do courtesy home inspections. The…More Fire Marshal's Office also reviews plans for new construction to ensure compliance with the fire code.</p> <p>Fire Marshal Fred Baker calls his office a free fire safety consultancy, "If you have any questions give us a call. I can sometimes help people avoid missteps."</p> <p>If you're hoping to explode something like fireworks or dynamite, you'll need to secure a permit from the Fire Marshal.</p>

The New Canaan Fire Department is made up of 24 career firefighters and volunteer members of Fire Company No. 1 for a…More combined force of 60.</p> <p>Firefighters respond to incidents of smoke and fire as well as emergencies such as motor vehicle accidents, downed electrical wires, and hazardous spills.</p> <p>The Fire Department invites the town over for hot dogs at the fire station each year following the Memorial Day Parade.</p> <p>If you're interested in volunteering e-mail recruits@newcanaanfire.com</p>