Caughdenoy Volunteer Fire Department Inc.

05/13/2026

The Chief and members of Caughdenoy VFD, Inc. are proud to announce that Lt. Leon Millett has successfully passed his Airman Knowledge Test and has officially received his FAA license, allowing him to operate our department’s Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) drone.

This accomplishment is an important step forward for our department and our mission to better serve and protect our community. The use of drone technology enhances our emergency response capabilities by assisting with scene size-up, search operations, hazardous conditions, and providing critical aerial views that improve both firefighter and public safety.

Lt. Millett’s dedication to training and professional development reflects the commitment our members continue to show in bringing valuable resources and advanced technology to Caughdenoy VFD, Inc.

Congratulations, Lt. Millett, on this outstanding achievement and thank you for your continued dedication to the department and the community we proudly serve!

05/10/2026

To ALL the amazing moms out there, especially our very own members! Happy Mothers Day!! Enjoy your day! ❤️🌹💐

05/10/2026

The members of the Caughdenoy Volunteer Fire Department stand in support of the Syracuse Police Department after multiple officers were injured during yesterday’s incident.

We are sending our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the officers and their families involved and wish them all speedy recoveries.

05/10/2026

*Update:* The below amber alert has been cancelled.

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office has issued an amber alert for the following incident. If you see the vehicle or have any information regarding the incident, please call 911. Remember if you see something, say something.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17t1aCQUXU/?mibextid=wwXIfr

(CANCELED) AMBER Alert: The New York State Police have activated an AMBER Alert at the request of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.

UPDATE: This alert has been canceled. The children have been located.

05/06/2026

The members of the Caughdenoy Volunteer Fire Department would like to honor and remember the life of deceased Life member Kathy Waldby. Kathy joined our ranks in 1987 and was an active member for 26 years until her retirement in 2013. Kathy was an EMT, interior firefighter and served as Board of Director. Kathy was a loving mother of two daughters, Kaylee and Kristen and devoted wife to Life Member and Board of Director Keith Waldby. Sadly on this day, May 6th, 2014, Firefighter Kathy Waldby answered her final alarm after a long battle with cancer and was called home to serve the eternal Chief. May she forever rest in peace. 🙏🏻 🇺🇸

05/04/2026

April started off the spring/summer busy months for our department with members responding to 35 alarms. These included numerous outdoor fires, the first water rescue of the season, and multiple motor vehicle accidents.

We thank our top responders for the month of April and as always our members remain committed to responding to calls for service at all hours of the day.

2026 Total Calls: 119

Our department is always looking for new members! Stop by any Thursday Night to our eastside station (48 Prospect Street) @ 7pm or email [email protected] for more information.

05/04/2026

⚠️ Motor Vehicle Accident ⚠️

County Route 37 is currently down to one lane due to a motor vehicle accident. Please utilize extreme caution in the area as crews continue to work.

8:30pm Update: The road has been reopened and all units are clear.

04/28/2026

🔥 Outdoor Fire 🔥

This afternoon, around 1:30pm, our department was activated for a reported quick moving brush fire behind a residence on County Route 10. Rescue Pumper 621 (Lt. Francis and 2nd Asst. Chief Eiffe), while already out in the district training, called responding immediately following shortly by 601 (Chief Centner).

Upon arrival, crews found an approximately 20x40 area of dried leaves on fire extending to some brush/branches in the area. Crews quickly got water on the fire and prevented any further extension to the nearby area. Rescue 663 (Captain Indick, and FF Landers) responded as well to assist with overall operations.

Due to the lack of hydrants in the area, command requested an engine from Phoenix Enterprise Fire Company #1 bringing additional manpower and water to the scene. All said and done crews operated onscene for nearly 1 hour, utilizing nearly 2000 gallons of water to put the fire out.

As a reminder, the NYS burn ban is still in effect until May 15th. Even with the large amounts of rain we have had in the area, conditions remain very dry and outdoor fires can still spread extremely quickly.

04/28/2026

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04/25/2026

⚠️ Road Closure⚠️

County Route 10 is currently closed between Center Road and County Route 12 due to a motor vehicle accident. Please avoid the area.

Update: Road has been reopened and all units are clear of the scene. Thank you to Phoenix Enterprise Fire Company #1 for assisting us.