Genoa Volunteer Fire Department, New York

08/27/2026

This morning shortly after 8 am, the GFD was dispatched for a truck rollover on NY 34 North. Initially, the single vehicle MVA was believed to be in the Scipio, Venice, Ledyard Fire District so their units were dispatched and responding. When Long Hill Car 2 arrived and assumed command, he requested our Rescue/Engine as the call was in our district. Engine 2, and Cars 1,2, and 3 responded. With the driver and his 4 legged passenger self extricated, and with the vehicle off the road, units turned the scene over to the law and Four Town Ambulance transported one to Upstate Trauma center for treatment. Our units and personnel were back in service by 8:30 am. Good work by all.

08/25/2026

This morning, shortly after 3am, the GFD was dispatched as part of a large mutual aid response to the Scipio fire department in the Scipio, Venice, Ledyard Fire District for a reported structure fire threatening exposures.
Engine 1 responded with 4 personnel. Moments later, our tanker responded as part of the water box assignment that was added to the initial alarm.
In all, we had 7 personnel on scene and 4 standing by at our station. Our units were cleaned up and back in the station at 7am. Great work by all.

08/24/2026

Yesterday, the GFD held our annual summer family picnic. Our active and life members joined several of our mutual aid partners, community officials, and many individuals who help support our mission throughout the year. This event is a chance for our extended family to come together and share a relaxing afternoon of great food, refreshments and most importantly fellowship. We were honored to have Sheriff - Brian Schenck and his wife in attendance and took that opportunity to recognize him for an outstanding career of service and dedication to the citizens and first responders of Cayuga County.

08/19/2026

New York State Association of Fire Chiefs (NYSAFC) keeps up the good work of the coalition by setting the record straight.
The volunteer fire service is in dire straits and needs every option available to survive and remain capable of protecting our communities.
Is the topic of nominal compensation on the agenda this week at the FASNY convention? Doubt it.


with it

Setting the Record Straight: Fire Service Organizations Express Concern Over Lack of Support for Nominal Compensation Initiative.

The Association of Fire Districts of the State of New York, New York State Association of Fire Chiefs, County Fire Coordinators’ Association of the State of New York, and Nassau-Suffolk Long Island Fire Districts Legislative Committee are renewing the call for collaboration to address volunteer firefighter recruitment and retention challenges.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4qlButU

08/02/2026

It’s a wrap! Another Genoa Historical Association Wheat Harvest Festival is in the books. We’d like to give a huge shout out to all our volunteers and honorary helpers that helped the High Pressure Gang pull off a busy couple days.
Most importantly, we’d to send out a huge thanks to this awesome community for always supporting us!

07/31/2026

Good morning from the Genoa Historical Association Wheat Harvest Festival grounds! The GFD High Pressure Gang is set up and will be ready to go! Friday feature will be fresh fried haddock sandwiches along with our usual fare off the grill! Stop by and see us tonight or tomorrow!
🚒 🐠 🍔 🍟!!

07/30/2026

Genoa Engine 1 helping out last night at Colden Enterprises product “put it to the test” night at the Cayuga County Training Tower. Thanks for having us out!

07/29/2026

This is not sustainable. Public safety should be priority one. For far too many years Cayuga County 911 has taken a back seat and that needs to change. They are true professionals but they can only do so much. A crucial part of the team, they are a true “life line” that helps us help you. EVERYONES safety depends on that center. We encourage you, your friends and family make your voices heard. Call your local representative and tell them to do their job.

Shelly DelFavero has been working as a 911 dispatcher for 25 years. She said there are more than 100 shifts each month that need to be covered because the 911 center is so short-staffed.

You can find the full story in the comments or at LocalSYR.com

07/26/2026

The GFD would like to send out a huge thank you to everyone who supported us over the last two days at our concession stand for the Route 90 Garage Sale. Your support is greatly appreciated.

If you missed us, have no worries. The grills are cleaned, the trailer is packed, and the "High Pressure Gang" is resting up and ready to take the show on the road this weekend for the Genoa Historical Association annual Wheat Harvest Festival in King Ferry. Come see us Friday night and Saturday at the festival grounds. Back by popular demand on Friday night only: fresh fried haddock sandwiches along with our fresh cut fries and our usual fare off the grill, along with cold drinks.

Come out to support this great community event and stop by and see us!

07/23/2026

The "High Pressure Gang" is ready to go! Stop by Friday and Saturday if you're out treasure hunting at the annual Route 90 Garage Sale. We'll be set up right in front of the station at 10015 NY 90 with all your favorites. Burgers, hot dogs, Italian sausage sandwiches, and cold drinks. The weather forecast looks awesome, so plan to stop by and support us. Hope to see you there, and repeat customers are welcome!