East Amherst Fire Department

05/04/2026

From the members of the East Amherst Fire Department… We are deeply grateful to all our fellow firefighters worldwide. Your willingness to step up during the most difficult times does not go unnoticed. Thank you!

04/29/2026

Last night, members of the East Amherst Fire Department trained on auto extrication while providing simultaneous ALS patient care inside of the vehicle. East Amherst is one of only two paramedic level volunteer agencies under Amherst Fire Control which spans across Amherst, Clarence and Newstead.

If this is something that interests you, please visit our website at EAFD.ORG and apply today!

04/16/2026

03/15/2026

Notice of New York Statewide (March 16 - May 14, 2026): Prohibited Activities and Exceptions.

During this period, the burning of lawn debris, grass, tree limbs, and building materials is strictly forbidden.

However, exceptions are granted for recreational fires, provided they utilize only charcoal or dry, clean, untreated, and unpainted wood.

Permitted recreational fires include: campfires, small cooking fires, or any other outdoor fire less than 3 feet in height and 4 feet in length, width, or diameter; ceremonial or celebratory bonfires, including the disposal of flags or religious items, if not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation.
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03/14/2026

PRESS RELEASE:

March 13, 2026

GETZVILLE, NY -- On March 13th, 2026 at 0904 hrs, the Getzville Fire Company was dispatched to Radcliff Dr. for a report of a residential structure fire with occupants potentially inside the structure.

Getzville 9-5 was the first officer to arrive on scene. Upon arrival, he encountered heavy fire conditions in an attached garage with exposure to a neighboring residential structure. Getzville 9-5 entered the structure, immediately located and removed one occupant before re-entering the structure, locating a second occupant on the second floor and removing them with the assistance of a civilian. Getzville 9-3, who arrived second on scene, called for a second alarm of fire. Getzville 9 arrived on scene and established command. Fire crews deployed hoselines into the structure and were able to successfully contain the fire to the garage, preventing it from spreading to the rest of the structure.

Two occupants have been transported to ECMC. Their conditions are not known at this time. The fire is believed to have started in the garage. Fire officials are investigating the cause. Damages are reported as $250,000 to the structure and $100,000 to the contents. A neighboring residential structure sustained $20,000 in damages to the structure.

Getzville Fire Company Chief Daric Will would like to thank the following organizations for their assistance during the fire: Williamsville Fire Department, Main-Transit Fire Department, Snyder Fire Department, East Amherst Fire Department, Eggertsville Hose Company, Swormville Fire Company, Clarence Center Fire Company, Amherst Central Fire Alarm Office, Amherst Police Department, Amherst Department of Emergency Services and Safety, Amherst Fire Safety Division and Twin City Ambulance Corporation.

03/14/2026

02/11/2026

Last night members of The East Amherst Fire Department spent time training on our airbag and strut systems to ensure operational efficiency and readiness.

Interested in serving your community? Learn more about joining at EAFD.ORG.

02/04/2026

02/04/2026

Seconds matter… when it takes extra time for us to dig out a hydrant before having water supply could be a matter of life or death! If you have a hydrant near your house, please clear it out! Help us help you!