Schoharie Fire Department

09/05/2026

09/04/2026

Just a reminder to our@topfans and all of our FB followers….if you are interested in the annual Schoharie area garage sale day….you should follow that specific FB page. This will allow to stay up to date on all event information. Thanks!

Check out the banner down by Fox Creek Park! Thank you to our Village DPW for making this happen

09/03/2026

Everybody in the 518… Put your hands together for Member of the Month, Brian Seligman. Since joining our department, Brian is always willing to chip in, offer advice, and get his hands dirty. In addition, Brian is also taking EMT certification training. Thank you, Brian for your dedication to your Community!

08/27/2026

 Some of our newer members were fortunate earlier this week to have a little bit of a local history lesson. While responding to an alarm activation at the Old Stone Fort Museum & Schoharie County Historical Society, which is just up the road from our fire station, our members were able to see one of the oldest fire engines in the United States… And it’s on exhibit at the museum! Not by coincidence, this pumper has been on our fire department letterhead for decades.

So, if you were following our page and are looking for some history, we definitely encourage you to check out the museum. At the same time, if you are looking to make history, consider joining our fire department. We’ve been protecting our community since 1832… and would love to add you to our member roster.

08/24/2026

One call, two call, three call, four,
Hear our fire trucks roar some more!

It’s 6 PM on Monday… And our members have already responded to four emergency calls for assistance. And later tonight, some of our members are taking their emergency medical technician (EMT) training class.

Not too shabby!

This is where you can step in. Our members train to respond to many different types of emergencies. In addition, we support many local organizations and community events. And we are always looking for folks like you, that have a few extra hours each month and the drive to help make our community better. Be the neighbor that your neighbor cannot live without… Join the Schoharie fire department!

08/20/2026

SEARCH AND RESCUE DRILL

 On the evening of Wednesday, August 19, members of worked alongside members of the Schoharie County Technical Rescue Team in learning more about high angle rope rescue. In this specific training scenario, our “patient“ fell off a 20 foot cliff, landing on a rock ledge with severe injuries.. It was a difficult and dangerous location to work in, but the volunteer crews successfully used their rope rescue systems to climb down and reach the patient, administer first aid, and hoist the patient back up to the top of the cliff in a rescue basket.

Special, thank you to the specialty rescue team for taking time to train with us and share their expertise.

This is a great example of one of the many real world situations that our department trains for. Given the number of mountains and cliffs within our area, this scenario is very realistic.

We are always looking for a few extra hands and volunteers that are looking to help protect our community. Volunteering is a great way to pitch in and make a huge difference. Stop by our station Thursday, August 27 at 7 PM during our next drill night if you would like to learn more about how you can make a difference in our community and join our fire department. 

08/18/2026

In the early morning of Thursday, August 13, our fire department along with the assistance of mutual mutual aid fire companies and EMS organizations rolled to a structure fire located on Terrace Mountain Road.

Late last night, Monday August 17, our fire department responded to a property damage automobile accident with a vehicle located on its side near the intersection of Eastern Avenue and Prospect Street.

Fire trucks do not drive themselves. Fire hoses aren’t deployed by themselves. Emergency equipment doesn’t get used by itself. It all requires people. This is where you come in. Your neighbors need your help during emergencies. Our fire department also needs people like you who are willing to learn some new skills, train with our members, and then put your skills into action. Contact us if you would like to learn more about how you can join our fire department and be the neighbor that your neighbor can’t out live without.

08/08/2026

Just in case you haven’t read either of our two local newspapers, Times Journal SchoCo or The Mountain Eagle & Schoharie News,we’ve got some good news to share!

The Schoharie Fire Department was recently awarded $18,300 through the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. The primary goal AFG is to enhance the safety of the public and firefighters with respect to fire-related hazards.

With the grant, purchased a battery-powered mechanical chest compression system. This tool delivers consistent, high-quality CPR to cardiac arrest patients, allowing emergency responders to maintain continuous compressions while reducing rescuer fatigue and improving operational safety. Shown in the picture is the device along with Fire Chief John Borst, along with Schoharie Village Mayor Colleen Henry and the Village board of trustees.

If you’d like to see this device, come on down to our next few training nights. While you are visiting, you can also pick up your membership application.😉

08/06/2026

Being 100% honest….our dept is lucky to have really good people. Like….really really good. And every month it’s difficult for us to pick some members of the month that continue to be positive, participate in trainings and attend emergency calls, and stand out a little bit more. This month we want to say thanks to Stefanie and Nikki for being THAT. person.

If you’re looking to the THAT person that goes out of their way to help people in times when they need help, consider volunteering with us. We could definitely use your help. Your community could definitely use your help Man…what a feeling!