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13/10/2025

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10/07/2025

Saratoga, NY - May 31st @ 2:30 PM – A massive fire erupted at the historic Victory Mills on Gates Ave. in Saratoga County.

Columns of black smoke stretched over 5 miles as flames tore through the 5-story mill and nearby buildings. First arriving chiefs immediately struck 2nd and 3rd alarms, summoning departments from across the region.

Despite heavy rain, heat radiated 200 feet from the inferno. Firefighters launched a full-scale attack—drafting water from Fish Creek, deploying ladders, blitz lines, and battling collapsing walls and exploding debris. Overgrowth hampered access, but crews cut their way through.

More than 100 firefighters fought for 16+ hours. Two teens were later arrested for arson and trespassing. No injuries reported. The community responded with incredible support—food, drinks, shelter—fueling the fight against one of the most intense fires in local memory. 💪🚒🔥
 

Photo and story submitted by Jeffrey Belschwinder.
 
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25/06/2025

Kinderhook, NY — May 6 @ 5:48 PM: A massive fire erupted on Route 9H. Two heroes kicked in a smoke-filled door and saved a dog as flames tore through the building.

As black smoke towered for miles, Kinderhook Fire and Task Force raced to the scene. Flames consumed the structure, with a live power line down in front. Mutual aid rushed in from Ghent, Tri-Village, South Schodack, Stuyvesant, and Stuyvesant Falls.

Crews launched hand lines and battled searing heat as fire tore through the garage and adjacent building. Exploding aerosol cans and flammable tanks intensified the danger. A portion of the structure collapsed, trapping fire beneath debris.

Valatie’s ladder truck unleashed a master stream as firefighters attacked from all sides. With power secured and an excavator tearing into the wreckage, crews fought into the night. No injuries were reported. The cause remains under investigation.

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02/05/2025

Brunswick, NY – April 26 - Flames lit up the early morning sky as crews rushed to a roaring structure fire just after 6 AM. A thick black column of smoke was visible for miles. Fire exploded from the attic, fueled by solar panels on the roof. With danger high, a second alarm was struck, bringing in multiple departments. Crews launched an aggressive exterior attack, battling intense heat and energized solar panels. Within 40 minutes, the blaze was under control. No injuries reported. The cause is under investigation.

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02/05/2025

24/04/2025

NEWBURGH, NY – April 12 – A vehicle struck a utility pole and burst into flames on Route 17K, prompting an emergency response.
 
Good Will Fire Department rushed to the scene as fire engulfed the wreckage. Town of Newburgh EMS transported the injured driver to Montefiore-St. Luke’s Hospital. Power lines dangled dangerously across the road, forcing police to shut down the area. Firefighters battled intense flare-ups that kept reigniting until Central Hudson arrived to cut the power. Crews then attacked smoldering hot spots. New York State Police managed traffic, while Town of Newburgh Police launched an investigation into the crash.

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02/02/2022

North Andover firefighters battle two-alarm fire

https://www.1strespondernews.com/news/013122125/north-andover-firefighters-battle-two-alarm-fire

31/01/2022

Firefighters battle blizzard, cold, and 4 alarm fire

https://www.1strespondernews.com/news/013022100/firefighters-battle-blizzard-cold-and-4-alarm-fire

24/01/2022

Mastic Beach FD Rescues Deer from Ice on Freezing Sunday

https://www.1strespondernews.com/news/012322104/mastic-beach-fd-rescues-deer-from-ice-on-freezing-sunday

03/01/2022

Bergenfield firefighters make good stop of garage fire

https://www.1strespondernews.com/news/010222108/bergenfield-firefighters-make-good-stop-of-garage-fire

03/12/2021

Windham, NH - Firefighters handle an unusual truck fire

https://www.1strespondernews.com/news/120221107/firefighters-handle-a-unusual-truck-fire

17/11/2021

Suffolk County USAR Team Trains at Smith Point

https://www.1strespondernews.com/news/111421110/suffolk-county-usar-team-trains-at-smith-point