Concerns grow as Fishers FD limits EMS response
Community tensions are rising in Victor as the Fishers Fire District faces potential dissolution and a scaled-back emergency response, according to reporting by RochesterFirst.com. Under a new protocol, firefighters are no longer allowed to respond ... more
Fire guts two homes, damages two more in Honeoye
An early morning blaze in Honeoye displaced several residents and destroyed two homes. Fire crews were called to East Lake Road near Trident Marine around 8:10 a.m. Sunday. Nearly 10 fire departments responded and contained ... more
Tractor fire sparks response at Lincoln Dairy in Fleming
Fire crews in Fleming responded to a tractor fire Saturday evening at Lincoln Dairy, where hay buildup on the motor ignited. The Fleming Fire Department was dispatched at 5:16 p.m. to the scene. Upon arrival, ... more
Victor residents voice strong opposition to potential dissolution of Fishers Fire District
A wave of public concern swept through Monday night’s Victor Town Board meeting, as residents, firefighters, and community leaders rallied against the Fishers Fire District’s potential dissolution and reduction in emergency medical services. The town ... more
Ithaca opens new $7.3M fire station on East Hill
The Ithaca Fire Department has officially opened its new Station Number 2 in the East Hill neighborhood, according to WENY. The modern facility replaces the outdated College Ave. firehouse and was completed at a lower ... more
Driver hospitalized after fiery crash in Conquest
Emergency crews responded to a single-vehicle crash on Conquest Victory Townline Road early Wednesday morning, where a vehicle was reported to be on fire. The incident occurred June 25 in the Conquest Fire District. The ... more
Clyde firefighters extinguish hay baler blaze
The Clyde Fire Department responded swiftly to a hay baler fire Wednesday evening, successfully containing the blaze before it could spread further. According to a June 25 press release, crews from all three stations—Station 1 ... more
Victor Fire District reacts to surprise proposal to dissolve neighboring district
The Victor Fire District is raising concerns after the Fishers Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners passed a resolution to dissolve their district without consulting Victor officials or providing advance notice. In a statement released ... more
Victor residents push back against plan to dissolve fire district
A packed Victor Town Board meeting saw residents and firefighters unite in defense of the Fishers Fire District, which faces possible dissolution due to projected financial instability. The district’s board voted to explore dismantling the ... more
Clifton Springs firefighters battle back-to-back blazes in busy week
Volunteers with the Clifton Springs Fire Department faced a demanding week as they responded to two structure fires in just over a week, tackling dangerous conditions and coordinating with multiple agencies to protect their community ... more
Fishers Fire District may dissolve, raising service concerns
The Fishers Fire District in Victor is considering dissolution, prompting worry about emergency response in the area. A public hearing is set for July 16, but no final decisions have been made. Former Fire Chief ... more
Massive overnight fire destroys Palmyra structure, no injuries reported
Firefighters from multiple departments battled a fully involved structure fire late Wednesday night on Parker Road in the Town of Palmyra. The Palmyra Fire Department said it was dispatched around 10:46 p.m. along with East ... more
Fishers Fire District may shut down by August
The Fishers Fire District in Ontario County is on track to be dissolved, according to WHAM. On June 18, the district’s board voted to advance a proposal to close the agency due to projected financial ... more
Fire damages Canandaigua garage; firefighter injured
A garage fire on Gorham Street drew a multi-agency response Sunday evening as Canandaigua firefighters battled the blaze with limited staffing. One firefighter was injured during the incident but has since been treated and released ... more
Fire damages Bath shop and home, cause unknown
A fire that broke out Thursday afternoon in the village of Bath remains under investigation. Fire crews responded around 4:15 p.m. to reports of a blaze at 2 Chestnut Street, where flames had spread from ... more
Canandaigua firefighter Ryan Foster departs for North Greece Fire District
The Canandaigua Fire Department is saying farewell to one of its most respected members. After four years of service, Firefighter Ryan Foster is transferring to the North Greece Fire District. Foster’s departure was announced by ... more
Uninsured home destroyed in Covert fire
A structure fire in the Town of Covert destroyed a residence on Powell Road Friday afternoon, leaving the home a total loss with damages estimated at $100,000. Seneca County Sheriff Tim Thompson said deputies responded ... more
Family escapes safely after Clifton Springs house fire
A Clifton Springs family escaped unharmed Monday morning after a fire broke out in their Pearl Street home. Ontario County deputies responded to the scene at approximately 8:59 a.m., where they found heavy smoke pouring ... more
Fire rips through home in Savona
Flames tore through a house in the Village of Savona on Sunday afternoon, with fire crews battling an intense blaze reported just after 1:30 p.m., according to first responders. The fire, which reportedly started in ... more
