The members of the Potsdam Fire Department would like to thank the community for their outpouring of support for our recently revived firehouse tradition, the Annual Chicken BBQ. With your steadfast support, the members were able to sell over 500 chicken halves in just over an hour!!!!

Once again we thank the community for their continued support of the Potsdam Fire Department!

We hope to see everyone ... (Full Story & Photos)

On April 12, 2018, at 4:40AM, Potsdam firefighters were dispatched to a report of a structure fire at 325 U.S. Highway 11B, Sheehan’s Scrap Metal Yard.

Potsdam 36-1 (D. Rose) requested Norwood, and Hannawa Falls fire departments to the scene with tankers, along with West Stockholm and Parishville Fire to the scene with a tankers and manpower. West Potsdam provided a stand-by crew at Potsdam Fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

On April 11, 2018, at approximately 3:38PM, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 7 were dispatched to 7 Castle Drive for a report of a room filling with smoke.

At the time of the call, it was reported all occupants were out of the home.

Engine 49 responded immediately.

Upon arrival, Potsdam 36-3 (M. Bradish) assumed command. It was determined that a foam mattress had been laying against ... (Full Story & Photos)

The annual meeting and election of officers for the Potsdam Fire Department was held on April 6, 2018.

The slate of officers for 2018-2019 are as followed:

Danielle M. Rose-Chief

Timmy L. Jerome- 1st Assistant Chief

Mark F. Bradish- 2nd Assistant Chief

Jay D. Bradish- 3rd Assistant Chief

Thank you to all our officers and members for all the dedication they provide for our community. Your hard ... (Full Story)

On April 4, 2018 at approximately 2:00PM, Potsdam Fire Department members began what turned into a busy evening of answering calls. With the high winds and wintry mix, came numerous calls of service.

The members responded to 35 calls for service. The calls varied from downed trees, motor vehicle accidents, utility poles and lines down, and traffic hazards (traffic control lights out). M

All units ... (Full Story & Photos)

The members of the Potsdam Volunteer Fire Department extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Honor Roll member William G. Andrus III. Mr. Andrus passed away on March 11, 2018 at the Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY at the age of 61. Friends may call at the Garner Funeral Home in Potsdam on Saturday, March 17th from 1-3 pm. Funeral Service will be held at the Garner Funeral Home on ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of the Potsdam Fire Department train at least once a month, usually the third Monday of the month, on different topics that pertain to incidents that they may respond to. These monthly trainings are normally 3-4 hours long.

This month members competed against their fellow firefighters in a friendly game of firefighter jeopardy. The topics included Oh Say Can You “C”, Fire Behavior, Ground ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of the Potsdam Fire Department along with one officer from the Potsdam Police Department recently refreshed on their ice/cold water rescue skills.

Parishville Fire Department was kind enough to host the training as they have one of the best water rescue training sites right behind their firehouse.

Members demonstrated their skills using a variety of different tools to rescue a victim from ... (Full Story & Photos)

On February 19, 2018, at approximately 2:20PM, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue and County Car 7 were dispatched to 7471 U.S. 11, in front of Walmart for a two-car accident with minor injuries.

Engine 80 and Rescue 14 responded.

Upon arrival, firefighters found one vehicle with heavy front-end damage when their vehicle had rear-ended the vehicle in front of them. Members deployed speedy-dry to contain ... (Full Story & Photos)

The members of the Potsdam Fire Department would like to thank the community for their outpouring of support for our recently revived firehouse tradition, the Christmas Tree Fundraiser. With your steadfast support, the members were able to sell over 300 Christmas Trees in just 15 days!!!!

Once again we thank the community for their continued support of the Potsdam Fire Department!

We hope to see ... (Full Story & Photos)