North Norwich Fire Department

03/29/2026

We had a special visitor at the station yesterday who needed a lift to the egg hunt... great way to get a ride!

North Norwich Events
Chenango County New York

03/19/2026

03/15/2026

We would like to thank everyone for joining us in our pancake day! We had another successful day serving 277 people. We appreciate all of our volunteers and members who helped make our day a success!

Also a huge thank you to Stewart's shop in norwich for the donation of milks, juice and creamer

03/04/2026

Chenango County Office of Emergency Services is looking hire career driven personnel, to join our team of EMS professionals! Part Time Positions are available today! Beginning July 1st our team will be expanding to include additional BLS and ALS Full Time Positions to include the overnights and daytime shifts. If interested, contact the office at 607-334-5564, for more informaiton or scan the QR code to fill out our application!

03/04/2026

Join us this Saturday, March 7th for our Pancake Breakfast.

02/23/2026

We our sad to see the death of a fellow brother. May he rest in peace.

The Sherburne Fire Dept. mourns the passing of Past Chief Pat Lawrence.

Pat dedicated 50+ years of service to SFD, 15 years of which he served as Chief.

Rest in peace. Your legacy lives on.

01/24/2026

01/24/2026

To stay safe in wind chill, dress in multiple layers of loose, dry clothing, cover extremities with hats and mittens (better than gloves), protect your face/mouth with a scarf, limit time outside, and stay hydrated while avoiding alcohol/caffeine, watching for signs of frostbite (white/pale skin) or hypothermia (shivering, confusion).
Dress for the Cold
Layer Up: Wear several loose layers (inner synthetic/wool, middle fleece/wool, outer wind/waterproof) to trap air for insulation.
Stay Dry: Wet clothes lose insulating value; change out of wet items immediately.
Head & Face: Cover your head (up to 50% of heat lost there), ears, nose, and mouth with a hat, hood, and scarf/balaclava.
Hands & Feet: Mittens are warmer than gloves; wear waterproof, insulated boots and thick socks.
Limit Exposure & Plan Ahead
Minimize Time: Reduce how long you're outside during severe wind chills.
Stay Informed: Monitor weather alerts for wind chill warnings.
Travel Safely: Have a winter survival kit in your vehicle if you must travel.
Check on Others: Especially the elderly, and bring pets indoors.
Hydration & Health
Drink Warm Fluids: Warm beverages help your core temperature.
Avoid Triggers: Stay away from alcohol, caffeine, and ni****ne, which can constrict blood vessels and reduce warmth.
Know the Signs
Frostbite: White/pale skin on fingers, toes, nose, or ears; loss of feeling.
Hypothermia: Shivering, confusion, sleepiness, slurred speech, or muscle stiffness