At 12:26 p.m., Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and Car 10 were dispatched to a two car motor vehicle accident involving airbag deployment and unknown injuries. Upon arrival, Potsdam Fire blocked one lane and directed traffic to the adjacent lane and the shoulder of the road. Potsdam Rescue provided patient care at the scene, though no patients required transport. One vehicle was towed from the scene. ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday, September 26, Potsdam Fire, West Potsdam Fire, Canton Fire, West Stockholm Fire, Hannawa Falls Fire, Morley Fire, Norwood Fire and Norfolk Fire participated in a district-wide drill at the St. Lawrence County George E. Briggs Fire Training Center.

The training focused on large-scale water supply operations, involving apparatus and personnel from multiple fire districts. The Rural Hitch ... (Full Story & Photos)

Today, 9/16, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, Potsdam PD, and the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services stopped by a local lemonade stand to support some hard working kids in our community. The lemonade was great and it was wonderful spending some time on a beautiful afternoon, catching up with our neighbors in the community 🚒... (Full Story & Photos)

At 8:14 p.m., West Potsdam Fire was dispatched to a report of a side-by-side on fire in a field. Potsdam Fire was requested to provide a tanker and additional personnel to assist at the scene.

Upon arrival, firefighters found a tractor and several hay bales on fire. Crews worked to extinguish the flames and separated the hay bales to prevent the fire from spreading further.

C&O was also requested ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 10:25am, Parishville Fire, Rescue, and Car 36 were dispatched to a reported garage fire on the Lenny Rd. Colton Fire was requested almost immediately. Within minutes, Potsdam Fire was requested for Tanker and manpower to the scene as well as Hannawa Falls Fire and Potsdam Rescue. Tanker 100 and Rescue 14 responded immediately. Potsdam Fire assisted with water supply, extinguishing the fire, and ... (Full Story & Photos)

Potsdam Fire Department ran a total of 225 calls from May 1 to August 31. These calls included 11 Fires, 30 Hazardous Situations or Hazmat related incidents, 25 Motor Vehicle Accidents or EMS assists, 48 Public Service Calls, 2 Technical Rescues, and 109 Fire Alarms, CO Alarms, Elevator Alarms, or other call types.

Calls by month:
May - 45
June - 74
July - 59
August - 47

Responses by apparatus:
E-48 ... (Full Story & Photos)

It is with deep sadness that the Potsdam Fire Department announces the passing of Past Chief Steven A. Keleher, who passed away on August 30, 2026.

Steve was a dedicated and active member of the Potsdam Fire Department until his passing and was currently serving as the department’s Treasurer. His commitment and service to the department and the community will be remembered for years to come.

Steve ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 7:00 p.m., Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and Car 10 were dispatched to a possible two vehicle motor vehicle accident with unknown injuries. Upon arrival, Potsdam Fire assisted with traffic control, removed debris from the roadway, and supported Potsdam Rescue with patient care. Two patients were transported to CPH. Potsdam Fire was back in service at 8:18 p.m.... (Full Story & Photos)

Potsdam Fire provided support to Clarkson University and SUNY Potsdam during their welcome back fireworks events. Crews were present on both campuses this week to ensure safety and to respond in case of any incidents related to the fireworks.

As students are returning for the school year, we wish you all a safe and successful academic year!... (Full Story & Photos)

The Potsdam Fire Department recently visited Clarkson University to discuss fire safety and fire alarms with students. During the visit, firefighters conducted a demonstration to show what happens when a fire starts in a dorm room. This “mock dorm burn” allowed students to witness firsthand how quickly conditions can change when a fire breaks out in a cluttered space.

As part of the demonstration, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Potsdam Fire recently held a district drill focused on passenger vehicle extrication, with members from West Stockholm Fire and West Potsdam Fire joining us for the training.

Members spent the evening working on vehicle stabilization using a variety of struts, jacks, cribbing, and other extrication equipment. Jerome Fire from Syracuse brought Res-Q-Jack equipment, giving our members the opportunity ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 4:55pm, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and Car 10 were dispatched to a reported truck versus transit bus, motor vehicle accident, with unknown injuries. E-49 and R-14 responded immediately. Upon arrival, no injuries were found. 1 lane was closed temporarily for investigation and patient care though no one was transported. The truck was towed and the roadway was cleared. Potsdam Fire was back in ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 1:28pm, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, Car 10, were dispatched to a reported 2 car MVA with airbag deployment, unknown injuries. E-80 and R-14 responded. As E-80 arrived on scene, 1 car was in the roadway and the other was in a roadside drainage ditch, with the operator still inside. Crews limited traffic to 1 lane, assisted the entrapped vehicle operator out of their vehicle, and assisted Potsdam ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday, August 8, at approximately 1136 hours, Potsdam Fire, Potsdam Rescue, and County Car 10 were dispatched to the area of 6588 State Highway 56, just north of the Village of Potsdam, for a three-vehicle motor vehicle accident.

Engine 48, chauffeured by Career Driver Grant, and Rescue 14, chauffeured by Captain Andrus, responded at the time of the alarm and arrived on scene approximately ... (Full Story & Photos)

Join us today, August 8th, starting at 11:00 AM for our annual chicken barbecue!

🍽️ $15 — Chicken dinner
🍗 $10 — Chicken only

We’ll be selling until we run out of food, so come early!

🚒 Free delivery is available for those residing within our fire district.

📞 For Deliveries, please call: 315-265-4397

Thank you for supporting the Potsdam Fire Department! ❤️🚒... (Full Story & Photos)