Horseheads Fire/Rescue Department

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Horseheads Fire/Rescue Department

We are the Village of Horseheads Fire Department and 100% Volunteer
Organization with dedicated pers

05/26/2026

HORSEHEADS, NY (WENY) — Horseheads Village Police charged a driver in connection with a fatal hit and run accident on Sunday evening.

05/25/2026

Memorial Day 2026 honoring the service and sacrifices of those who served before us.

05/23/2026

May 22 at about 1326hrs HFD was dispatched to a business on grand central ave in the village for a reported vehicle that had struck the building. On arrival of Engine 1034, observation found that a u-haul truck had stuck the overhang, causing a pancake style collapse to a suv with the operator still inside.
Additional resources from Elmira Heights Fire Department for stabilization equipment was requested. Members from HFD and EHFD formed a game plan deployed 6 Res-Q-Jack stabilization jacks, shoring up the building so the operator could safely be removed through the back seat of the vehicle. Members assisted the occupant to awaiting Erway Ambulance crew for evaluation while simultaneously securing utilities and further hazards.

With the assistance of Chemung County Fire/Emergency Management NYS State Fire technical rescue was contacted for further assist HFD with a game plan to keep the incident stable and limit further damage. With the assistance of Village Code and a structural engineer from Hunt Engineering it was determined that the expert services of LCP demolishing was needed to detach the overhang from the main building due to weight and structural integrity while removing the vehicles safety.

A long afternoon however NO injuries were reported! HFD operated for 6 hours before turning the incident over to the business management. Teamwork and communication was all around a huge success throughout the incident

Agencies assisting:
Horseheads Police
Elmira Heights FD
Town & Country FD (village coverage)
ERWAY Ambulance
Village Code Enforcement
Chemung Co Fire/Emo
NYS State Fire Technical Rescue
NYSEG
Chemung Co Sheriff’s E911
Dave’s Towing
Hunt Engineers
LCP demolishing

05/22/2026

Crews are currently handling a partial building collapse on Grand Central Ave in the village. The situation is controlled and stable at the moment. HFD is being assisted by the Elmira Heights Fire Department, OFPC State Fire, Village Code and Chemung Emo with Town and Country Fire Department covering the village. Please keep clear of the area while members operate

** a full press release will be issued in the future

05/20/2026

May 20th, approximately 11:15 hours, 10 box alarm for a dwelling fire was dispatched via Chemung Co E911 on the 400 block of Perry Street. HFD Engine 1032 was the first to arrive, observing smoke and fire at the front of the 2.5-story dwelling with occupants safely evacuated as confirmed by Horseheads Police. Engine 732 from EHFD secured a hydrant to supply water to Engine 1032, and crew members deploying pre-connected hoses knocking down visible fire on the porch and second floor. Additional units, including HFD Engine 1031 and T&cfd, helped in searching for fire extension. Due to the age and construction type of the dwelling (balloon frame), extensive overhaul operations were undertaken.

The investigation team from HFD and Chemung County EMO concluded the fire's cause and origin to be accidental.

The agencies that assisted were:
Elmira Heights Fire Department
Town and Country Fire Department
Village of Millport Fire Department- station coverage
Horseheads Police Horseheads PBA
Village of Horseheads Code and Dpw
NYSEG
Chemung Co Sheriff’s E911
Chemung County Fire/Emergency Management

05/19/2026

Ems week 2026

We're proud to recognize our emergency medical providers during EMS Week. HFD's team of 22 certified CFR-EMT and EMT-P professionals is committed to serving the village's residents and visitors. Through our amazing partnership with Erway Ambulance, we deliver basic life support (BLS) medical care, addressing emergencies ranging from routine assists to critical incidents.

If you see the red white and blue ambulances out and about, give them a wave 👋 show your support however just watch out for their caffeine intake 😆☺️

"Emergency medical services: Turning chaos into organized confusion, one call at a time."

05/18/2026

Temperatures will be over 90 the next few days.. stay hydrated!

05/17/2026

On May 17th at around 1815 hours, Chemung County E911 alerted Engine 1034 and Rescue 1081 to a multi-vehicle collision at the intersection of Center Street and Brickyard Lane. Upon arrival, HFD members discovered one vehicle in the intersection and a second vehicle that had rolled onto its roof. Fortunately, all occupants were able to self-extricate and suffered only minor injuries, which were treated by Erway Ambulance. Members secured the vehicles from hazards and carried out a lengthy cleanup operations. The Horseheads Police Department is currently conducting an investigation into the incident.

With assistance from:
Erway Ambulance
New York State Police
Horseheads PBA
Daves Towing

05/13/2026

Engine 1034 and Rescue 1081 were dispatched on 5/12 to a reported MVC on Watkins Road in the Village with a reported entrapment. HFD arrived to find an SUV had proceeded down a ravine roughly 50 feet with a significant grade next to the swap. A 24-foot extension ladder and 12-foot roof ladder were deployed down the embankment while HFD personnel evaluated the operator's condition. Following evaluation, the operator was assisted out of the ravine and transferred to Erway Ambulance personnel.

HFD would like to thank a few stopping motorist who observed the incident, dialing 911 and keeping the occupant calm until emergency services arrived!

Assistance provided by:
Elmira Heights Police (HPD on a separate incident)
New York State Police
Erway Ambulance
Daves Towing

05/08/2026

This week Horseheads Fire/Rescue placed an upgraded Zoll 3 AED on Rescue 1081 along with a public access AED inside the fire station. These upgrades were made possible from donations received by our beloved member Rick Kimball who passed this year.

While only 50% of sudden cardiac arrest victims will initially need a shock, nearly all will require CPR to increase the flow of oxygenated blood to the heart and brain. ZOLL AED 3 device with Real CPR Help lets rescuers know if they are doing compressions at the most effective rate and depth. The AED’s integrated real-time feedback eliminates guesswork; it provides rescuers with visual and audio prompts to “Push Harder” or will let them know when they are doing “Good Compressions,” keeping rescuers on track to administer high-quality CPR. - Zoll

Rick was a true leader in technology to help first responders provide the best chances of survival for a patient in cardiac arrest. Currently all HFD and Horseheads PD vehicles have Zoll AED’s and pads that are interchangeable with Erway Ambulance ALS monitors. Saving time for more effective cpr and early defibrillation. Rick started this program, and our membership with community donations has continued this vital tool to help our patients.

Thank you Rick ❤️

Address

134 N Main Street
Horseheads, NY
14845

Telephone

+16077393814

Website

http://www.horseheadsfd.org/

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