Reminder that Burn Permits are Required

Due to the current drought conditions in New Hampshire, the Lebanon Fire Department reminds residents and businesses of the following:

• A written burn permit is required for all outside fires other than charcoal or propane fueled devices. This incl...

Safety During Extreme Heat

As a result of the current extreme heat conditions which are expected to continue over the next few days, the City of Lebanon Department of Fire, EMS and Emergency Management provides the following information. 

Heat index values are expected abov...

Safety Tips for Summer Grilling

When the warmer weather hits, there’s nothing better than the smell of food on the grill. Currently, 7 out of every 10 adults in the U.S. have a grill or smoker, which translates to a lot of tasty meals, but also means there is an incre...

Lebanon Fireworks Rules and Safety Tips

The Lebanon Fire Department would like to take this opportunity in advance of the July 4th holiday to remind all residents and visitors that consumer fireworks are not permitted to be used within the City of Lebanon. 

City of Lebanon Fireworks Rul...

A Reminder: Be Bear Aware

With the mild winter, bear activity in the city started earlier than past years. Over the last few months, the number of bear sightings and activity has increased in the West Lebanon area. The Lebanon Police and Fire Departments urge all residents to use ...

Update on Lebanon Hotel Explosion

New Hampshire State Fire Marshal Paul J. Parisi and Lebanon Fire Chief Chris Christopoulos have an update on an explosion that occurred in the early morning hours of Christmas Eve at the Element Hotel located at 25 Foothill Street in Lebanon. 

The...

Explosion and Fire at Element Hotel

**An update regarding this incident was posted on 12/26/19.**

On December 24, 2019, at 0517 hours, the Lebanon Fire Department received an alarm from municipal box 331 at the Element Hotel at 25 Foothill Street. Upon arrival, personnel investigated a light...