Hyannis Fire Department
For an Emergency Dial 911
The Hyannis Fire District was established in 1896. It is the oldest of the five fire districts in the Town of Barnstable and is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners elected by the district’s voters. If you see a red fire hydrant with a white cap, you are within the Hyannis Fire District.
The Department serves approximately 9 square miles of land as well as Lewis Bay and Hyannis Harbor. The year-round population of the district is 18,000. During the summer months, the population increases significantly, with as many as 100,000 visitors to our community. Hyannis is the hub of Cape Cod and provides many unique services for its residents and visitors. The fire district includes the harbor and ferries that bring in over a million people per year; the largest hospital on the Cape; the state’s third busiest airport; the transportation center; four high schools; a large shopping mall; numerous social service agencies; and a bustling downtown.
| Date | District Elections Schedule |
| 1/2/2025 | Nomination papers available in Clerk’s office, nomination notice posted. |
| 4/1/2025 | Last day to submit nomination papers to registrars of voters for certification of signatures. (G. L. c. 53, § 7) no later than 5pm 49 Days Advance of election date |
| 4/1/2025 | Petition signed warrant articles must be submitted to the HFD Clerk no later than 5pm 49 Days Advance of election date |
| 4/15/2025 | Last day to file nomination papers with the district clerk. (G. L. c. 53, § 10 Thirty-fifth day preceding the date of the election). |
| 4/17/2025 | Last day to object or withdraw. (G. L. c. 53, § 11 – two working days after nom. paper filing date) |
| 5/6/2025 | Last day to post the warrant for the district election per District By-Laws (14 days) |
| 5/9/2025 | Last day to register voters for district election, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (G. L. c. 51, § § 26, 28) 10 days before election (Town Clerk) |
| 5/13/2025 | Last day to receive absentee ballot applications. (G. L. c. 54, § 89) 7 days before election |
| 5/20/2025 | Elections open 3pm to 8pm |
| 5/21/2025 | Annual Meeting 7pm |
Emergency Planning Tips
Follow these steps to prepare yourself, your pets and your family for an emergency:
- Get a Kit – Gather the supplies you will need after a disaster.
- Make a Plan – Make sure everyone is on the same page.
- Be Informed – Know what you’re up against.
Open Burning Information
Open burning will be allowed January 15 through May 1st of each year from 10:00am to 4:00 pm. All outside fires must be out at 4:00pm.
Every year you must submit one online open burn permit for each address you wish to open burn. The permit is free and you can complete the form here. You must be 18 years of age and have permission to burn on the property.
If you have already submitted your online open burn permit, you must call (508) 775-1300, then dial 8. This is a recorded message that informs you if open burning is allowed for the day.