At 3:28pm, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to an MVA involving a parked car and a house. Upon arrival, it was determined that a car had crossed the centerline, exiting the roadway, and striking a car parked in a driveway which subsequently was pushed into the residence. Potsdam Fire directed traffic on State Highway 11B, reducing traffic through the accident area to ... (Full Story & Photos)

On May 9th, 2026 at approximately 11:56AM, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to the area of 7494 US Highway 11 in front of Walmart for a reported two vehicle collision with unknown injuries. Potsdam Fire Engine 49 and Potsdam Rescue were enroute at the time of alarm.

Assistant Chief Davis (36-4) arrived on scene and established command. Potsdam Rescue treated and transported ... (Full Story)

At 10:19pm, Potsdam Fire was self dispatched to an odor investigation at 51 Market Street. Upon arrival, our engine crew had high readings on the multigas meter. Upon further investigation, a small plastic bin was found to be smoldering, with laundry and laundry detergent inside. The bin and contents were carried outside, carefully examined, and extinguished. The building was then ventilated by both ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 12:28am, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to a 1 car motor vehicle accident, possible roll over, unknown injuries. 36-4 arrived on scene confirming a truck off of the roadway, rolled over, with entrapment. Our engine crew arrived on scene, stabilizing the vehicle, stretching a line while monitoring a fuel leak, and tended to extricating the lone patient in the vehicle. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Potsdam Fire Department responded to a total of 223 calls between January 1 and April 30, 2026. The department managed 19 fire incidents, 30 hazardous situations, 23 motor vehicle accidents or emergency medical assists, 32 public service assistance calls, 2 technical rescue calls, and 117 miscellaneous alarms.

Calls by month:
January • 60 Calls
February • 58 Calls
March • 57
April • 48

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At 4:00pm, Potsdam Fire was dispatched to a possible fire in Damon Hall, Clarkson University Downtown Campus. Upon arrival, our engine crew found a fire had occurred within a lab, related to an ongoing soil science experiment being conducted. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. No firefighter or civilian injuries were reported. Potsdam Fire was back in service at 5:00pm.... (Full Story & Photos)

At 7:36pm, Canton Fire, Canton Rescue, and County Car 4 were dispatched to a bedroom filling with smoke within a large residence on the Cowan Rd. Upon arrival, 4-2 advised nothing showing but upon entry, confirmed heavy smoke from the second floor rear bedroom. A first alarm, including a tanker task force, was initiated resulting in Potsdam Fire being requested with tanker, engine, and manpower to ... (Full Story & Photos)

On April 25, 2026 at 2:36pm, West Stockholm Fire, Tri-Town Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to a reported trailer fire on CR47. Incident Command arrived on scene and requested Brasher Winthrop Fire, Potsdam Fire, Norwood Fire, Norfolk Fire. Potsdam responded with R-14 and manpower. Multiple lines were stretched to the residence on arrival and an aggressive interior attack was initiated. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The members of the Potsdam Fire Department held their annual banquet on April 18, 2026. The event took place at the Potsdam Elks Lodge.
The evening began with opening remarks from emcee Torey Russell of the West Stockholm Fire Department. Attendees then enjoyed a prime rib dinner. After the meal, the emcee introduced guests, Honor Roll members, and the widows of past members who were present.
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The department gathered this evening for its annual meeting, which included the election of officers for the coming year.

The following individuals were elected:
Chief of Department: Dan McGregor
First Assistant Chief: Mark Bradish
Second Assistant Chief: Jay Bradish
Third Assistant Chief: Stephen Davis... (Full Story)

At 5:34pm a passerby notified dispatch of a house fire on County Route 49. Brasher Winthrop Fire, Tri-Town Rescue, and County Car 13 were dispatched to the reported fire at 2705 County Route 49. Initial reports claimed possible entrapment but were later updated that everyone was out. Upon arrival, the fire had spread to the field and woods nearby. West Stockholm Fire, Norfolk Fire, Norwood Fire, Lawrenceville ... (Full Story & Photos)

The members of the Potsdam Fire Department extend our deepest condolences to the family of Honor Roll member Jim Grant. Jim passed away on Saturday, March 21st at his home in Massena. Jim was a 3rd generation firefighter with the PFD. He was a member of Hook and Ladder Co. 1 from August 19th, 1975, until October 7th, 1985. Private services will be held at a later date ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 12:35am, Potsdam Fire was dispatched to a structure fire at 114 B Smith Road. Dispatch relayed that the property was abandoned. 36-3 assumed incident command and requested West Potsdam Fire, Norwood Fire, West Stockholm Fire, and Canton Fire for tankers and manpower to assist on scene. Approximately 500 feet of large diameter hose was laid up the driveway from E-80. TA-100 set up at the roadway ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 11:12am, West Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to a reported garage fire at 1224 State Highway 345. Potsdam Fire was auto aided for TA-100 to the scene. Manpower from Potsdam as well as a tanker task force including Norwood Fire, Madrid Fire, and Morley Fire were requested to the scene shortly after. Potsdam Fire setup draft with E-80 from Trout Brook and fed water ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 10:30am, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, County Car 10 were dispatched to a possible 2 or 3 car MVA in the vicinity of Walmart. Upon arrival, 1 car was off the road and another was disabled in the roadway. Potsdam Fire handled vehicle stabilization and traffic control and Potsdam Rescue had patient care.

Potsdam Fire was back in service at 12:23 pm.... (Full Story & Photos)