On Wednesday evening at 2339 hours, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to a reported car vs pole motor vehicle accident in the vicinity of 69 Pierrepont Avenue. Engine 49 Chauffeured by Paid Driver Mark Maroney responded at alarm time and arrived on scene two minutes later at 2341 hours. On scene, it was found that a vehicle had left the roadway and sheared a power pole. ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Monday, April 15th, 2024, Potsdam Fire held their monthly training night. Members began by practicing placing ground ladders at the fire station. Firefighters worked to efficiently lift a 24' ground ladder with refreshing on techniques for raising the ladder. Firefighters also set up their 35' Bangor Ladder and practice raising it and placement. Members worked on practicing and going over the new ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Department hosted the annual Ladies Night banquet on April 13th, at Potsdam Elks Lodge 2074. Approximately 80 members and guests attended. The event was emceed by West Stockholm Chief Torey Russell. A meal of prime rib or turkey was enjoyed by all. After the meal, numerous presentations were made. Jessie Kozak earned the "Springarm Award" for his driving efforts. John Keleher was once again ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Tuesday, April 4th, 2024 at 1311 hours, West Potsdam Fire, West Potsdam First Responders, Potsdam Rescue and County Car 10 were dispatched to a brush fire heading towards the woods. At 1311 hours, Potsdam Fire Tanker 100 (B. Andrus) responded. 47-1, Justin Pierce, then requested Potsdam Fire with manpower and Canton Fire to the scene with their UTV. Rescue 14 (M. Keleher) responded.

On scene, ... (Full Story & Photos)

The annual meeting and election of officers for the Potsdam Fire Department was held on April 5, 2024.

The slate of officers for 2024-2025 are as follows:

Mark F. Bradish-Chief

Daniel L. McGregor- 1st Assistant Chief

Jason P. Farnsworth- 2nd Assistant Chief

Jay D. Bradish- 3rd Assistant Chief

Secretary - Randy V. Webster

Treasurer - Steven A. Keleher

Congratulations to all!... (Full Story & Photos)

On Monday, April 1st 2024 at 1726 hours, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to a reported structure fire, fire in the apartment at 131 Maple Street, Apartment 4. At 1727 hours, Engine 49 Chauffeured by Paid Driver Crowe responded and arrived on scene at 1728 hours with a reported smoke showing per Potsdam Police that was on scene. 36-2, Mark Bradish, then requested West ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Potsdam Fire Department would like to remind the public that the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) has put forth the annual statewide ban prohibiting residential brush burning from March 16th until May 14th.

Forest Rangers, DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs), and local authorities enforce the burn ban. Violators of the State's open burning regulation ... (Full Story & Photos)

The members of the Potsdam Fire Department are hosting a meat raffle fundraiser. The options are beef or pork from the Ortmans Farm for $10 a ticket.

The first prize is a 160 lb. meat box, either choice.
The second and third prize is a 80 lb. meat box, either choice.

The drawing will be held during SummerFest on July 14th 2024 @ 4 PM.

If you are interested in a raffle ticket, please see a member ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Sunday, February 18th at 0210 hours, Potsdam Fire and Rescue were requested to the scene of motor vehicle accident at the intersection of County Route 59 and South Canton Road. At 0222 hours, Engine 80(J. Keleher) and Rescue 14 (Ju. Mcgregor) responded and arrived on scene at 0227 hours. Once on scene, it was found a single car had left the road and struck several trees, a power pole, and there ... (Full Story & Photos)

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible community for being a crucial part of our journey! Your generous donations over the years have played a vital role in bringing our new rescue 14 fire apparatus to life. This isn't just a purchase; it's a commitment to providing coverage and ensuring the safety of our community.

A special acknowledgment to Clarkson University and Saint Lawrence Health System ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Monday, January 29th 2024, the long awaited new Rescue 14 , a 2023 Rosenbauer Commander was delivered to Potsdam Fire by Garrison Fire & Rescue Corp. This truck was constructed with an EXT extruded aluminum body, this apparatus features a Harrison 15Kw generator, a Command Light CL Series LED light tower, and a Bauer SCBA air fill system, and Hurst Edraulic tools. This apparatus replaced the old ... (Full Story & Photos)

For its second fire of the day, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to a reported chimney fire with flames showing at 400 State Highway 11B at 1347 hours. Engine 80 (J. Bradish) was enroute at the larm time and arrived on scene at 1354 hours. Tanker 100 (Dave McGregor), Tower 5 (S. Corbett), and Engine 48 (B. Corbett) responded shortly after Engine 80. When Engine 80 arrived ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Sunday, January 21st, 2024 at 0402 hours, Potsdam Fire was requested to respond tankers and manpower to a reported structure fire at 246 Hadley Road in the Hannawa Falls Fire District. At 0409 hours, Tanker 100 (J. Keleher) responded followed shortly after by Engine 80 (J. Bradish). Tanker 100 arrived on scene at 0416 hours followed by Engine 80, with both units dumping one load of water each. ... (Full Story)

It was a cold Friday night in January, when at 2311 hours, Parishville Fire and Rescue along with County Car 36 were dispatched to 738 State Highway 72 for a reported garage fire that was threatening another structure. At 2316 hours, Parishville 33-1 (Dude Cool) requested Potsdam Fire with all equipment and Colton Fire with tankers. At the time of the request, Tanker 100 (B. Andrus) responded. Followed ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Tuesday evening, the door bell rang at the fire station and 6th grader Avery Cook, her father Dan, and brother were at the door for a nice surprise for the fire department. Mr. Cook explained that his daughter receives chore money every week and that she has put aside one dollar from each week. Avery then each year donates money to a local organization, and this year she decided to donate her money ... (Full Story & Photos)