With the upcoming warmer weather, the Potsdam Fire Department wants to remind residents to check their sump pumps to make sure they are operating properly. Clear any debris from the sump hole, check to be sure the float is working properly, and ensure the drain hose is clear and has no obstructions to the discharge flow. A few minutes spent now to be sure it is operating properly could save you a ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 4:31 pm, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to a two-car motor vehicle accident near 115 Maple Street. Dispatch reported one possible patient.

When crews arrived, Engine 49 and Rescue 14 reduced Maple Street from three lanes to two while Potsdam Rescue provided patient care. Debris was cleared from the roadway and one vehicle was towed from the scene. Potsdam Fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 7:55 am, Potsdam Fire was alerted to a structure fire with visible flames in Parishville. E-80 arrived as the first on scene apparatus, confirming smoke showing, and stretched multiple hose lines to the residence. Engine crews worked to extinguish the flames and pulled ceilings as the fire had reached the insulation above the trailer, causing it to spread throughout without initially being visible. ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 12:26 pm, West Stockholm Fire, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 responded to a two-car motor vehicle accident near 8328 US Highway 11. Upon arrival, West Stockholm Fire and Potsdam Fire crews managed traffic, reducing US Highway 11 to a single lane.

As freezing rain began, 36-1 requested a New York State Department of Transportation plow to salt the area. Potsdam Rescue provided ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 3:47 am, Potsdam Fire was dispatched to a possible fire on a utility pole transformer in the vicinity of 53 Market Street. Upon arrival, our engine crew confirmed a fire on a pole on the back side of the building. National Grid was notified and the area remained closed off around Depot Street. While on scene, at 4:08 am, Potsdam Fire was notified of a fire alarm in the vicinity. The alarm was triggered ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 11:39am, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 responded to a report of a possible electrical fire at Clarkson University in Camp. On arrival, the engine crew confirmed heavy smoke in a mechanical room and discovered that a motor had burnt out. Power to the area was disconnected, and Clarkson maintenance assisted with disassembling the damaged motor. The fire was contained to insulation ... (Full Story & Photos)

Congratulations to Mark F. Maroney, Jr., a past member, a past career fire driver, a current mutual aid member, and Assistant Chief with the West Potsdam Fire Department for successfully completing an intense three week FIRE INVESTIGATOR course at the New York State Academy of Fire Science in Montour Falls, New York. This extensive hands-on course provides in-depth knowledge and skills necessary to ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 5:17 p.m., Potsdam Fire and Potsdam Rescue responded to a two-car motor vehicle accident involving airbag deployment and possible injuries. When crews arrived, one vehicle remained on the roadway while the other had struck a utility pole.

Potsdam Fire limited Clarkson Avenue to one lane and directed traffic on scene. Potsdam Rescue conducted patient evaluations on scene. National Grid personnel ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 3:50 am, Pyrites Fire, Canton Fire, Canton Rescue, and County Car 4 were dispatched to a porch fire attached to a trailer. Upon arrival, Canton 4-3 assumed command and confirmed a working structure fire, prompting additional units to be requested. Canton Fire provided water supply and was assisted by a tanker task force.

Potsdam Fire was requested at 4:25 am to provide interior personnel. R-14 ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 8:35 p.m., Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 responded to a two-car motor vehicle accident with injuries near 433 County Route 59. Upon arrival, Hannawa Falls Fire Department was requested for traffic control. Crews closed both lanes of County Route 59 in the area while they assessed the scene and addressed leaking fluids from the vehicles. Potsdam Rescue provided treatment and transported ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 11:11 a.m., Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to a SiriusXM crash detection on State Highway 11B. Dispatch further updated that this would be a 1 car motor vehicle accident with airbag deployment and injuries. Upon arrival, our engine crew found one car off the road after it struck a telephone pole.

Potsdam Fire managed traffic control, limiting State Highway 11B ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 10:43 a.m., West Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to a reported chimney fire. Potsdam Fire was quickly added for automatic aid, with TA-100 and additional manpower was later requested.

Upon arrival, Incident Command confirmed that there was an active chimney fire. Firefighters stretched a hose line to the wood stove located in the basement and deployed a ladder to ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Potsdam Community Band recently made a generous donation to the Potsdam Volunteer Fire Department and the Potsdam Volunteer Rescue Squad. The funds were raised through donations collected during the band’s recent concert.

The contribution demonstrates the band’s continued commitment to supporting local emergency services and the Potsdam community as a whole. Proceeds from the concert were evenly ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Potsdam Fire Department recently donated cans and bottles to support Dallas Denny, Chief of the Rensselaer Falls Fire Department, who was recently diagnosed with cancer. This donation drive was spearheaded by 10-year-old Daniel Smith, affectionately known as Little Chief Daniel, and we are proud to have been a part of this meaningful effort.

Although the can and bottle drive has come to an end, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Casella Waste Systems recently made a $250 donation to the Potsdam Fire Department. The department appreciates the support.... (Full Story & Photos)