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Syracuse Fire Department An ISO Class 1, NFFF Seal of Excellence Award-winning municipal fire department in upstate New York. The Syracuse Fire Department holds an ISO class 1 rating.

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The Syracuse Fire Department was founded in 1877 and now protects a 25-square-mile population of 145,000 that grows significantly during daytime hours. This department provides fire protection for three major hospitals, many downtown office buildings, Hancock International Airport, Interstates 81 and 690, as well as Syracuse University and the Carrier Dome. Currently 389 firefighters staff the department and answer over 23,000 alarms a year, of which 100 are major fires. An ISO Class 1 fire department is one that provides excellent fire protection based upon an evaluation by the Insurance Services Office. The Syracuse Fire Department strives to preserve life and property, promote public safety and foster economic growth through leadership and actions as an all risk life safety provider.

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CONGRATULATIONS!! Please join us in congratulating the following Syracuse Firefighters on their recent promotions: Promo...
10/25/2026

CONGRATULATIONS!!

Please join us in congratulating the following Syracuse Firefighters on their recent promotions:

Promoted to Captain:

Captain Tamica Barnett
Captain Ryan Edick
Captain Daniel Orr

Promoted to Lieutenant:

Lieutenant Robert Fenell
Lieutenant William Lydon
Lieutenant Leo Rogers

We congratulate these members on this well-earned achievement and thank them for their continued dedication to the Syracuse Fire Department and the community we proudly serve.

We wish them continued success in their new leadership roles.

PRESS RELEASEFIREFIGHTERS EXTINGUISH BEECHER STREET FIRE; CAUSE UNDER INVESTIGATIONSYRACUSE, NY – On Friday, October 16,...
10/16/2026

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FIREFIGHTERS EXTINGUISH BEECHER STREET FIRE; CAUSE UNDER INVESTIGATION

SYRACUSE, NY – On Friday, October 16, at 12:14 p.m., Syracuse Firefighters were dispatched by the Onondaga County 911 Center to a report of smoke coming from a building at 215 Beecher Street. Crews from Station 9 arrived to find a two-story, boarded-up residential structure with smoke visible. A Signal “99” was transmitted, indicating a working fire.

Firefighters quickly entered the structure and encountered smoke on both the first and second floors as they searched for the fire and potential victims. Crews located fire on both floors and began extinguishment operations. The fire was brought under control in less than 10 minutes and declared fully extinguished within 20 minutes of dispatch. Thorough searches confirmed there were no victims.

The building was determined to be vacant and sustained fire damage to the first and second floors, along with minor smoke and water damage to other areas of the structure. There were no reported injuries to civilians or firefighters.

According to Syracuse Fire Investigators, the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

PRESS RELEASESMOKE ODOR INVESTIGATION REVEALS HIDDEN FIRE AT COYKENDALL AVENUE HOMESYRACUSE, NY – On Thursday, October 1...
10/15/2026

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SMOKE ODOR INVESTIGATION REVEALS HIDDEN FIRE AT COYKENDALL AVENUE HOME

SYRACUSE, NY – On Thursday, October 15, at 8:25 a.m., Syracuse Firefighters were dispatched by the Onondaga County 911 Center to a reported odor of smoke at 106 Coykendall Avenue. Crews from Station 5 arrived to find a two-story residential structure with no visible smoke or fire. As firefighters investigated, they discovered evidence of fire on the exterior of the home and began extinguishment operations while opening the wall to check for extension. Crews discovered a significant amount of hidden fire burning inside the wall. A Signal “99” was transmitted, indicating a working fire and bringing additional resources to the scene.

Firefighters quickly entered the home and began opening concealed spaces to expose and extinguish the spreading fire. Crews encountered heavy smoke on the second floor as they worked to locate additional areas of fire and search for potential victims. Although occupants reported that everyone was accounted for, firefighters continued searching the building to ensure no one remained inside. The majority of the fire was extinguished within the first 20 minutes, and the fire was declared fully extinguished approximately 40 minutes after dispatch. Thorough searches confirmed there were no victims.

The two-family home sustained fire damage to the affected wall, along with smoke and water damage to other areas of the structure. The second-floor apartment was unoccupied at the time of the fire. Six occupants of the first-floor apartment were displaced by the incident and are receiving assistance from the American Red Cross. There were no reported injuries to civilians or firefighters.

According to Syracuse Fire Investigators, the fire originated in an exterior wall cavity. The cause remains under investigation.

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR RETIREMENT, CAPTAIN GREG WILLSEY!After more than 29 years of dedicated service, the Syracuse Fir...
10/13/2026

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR RETIREMENT, CAPTAIN GREG WILLSEY!

After more than 29 years of dedicated service, the Syracuse Fire Department congratulates Captain Greg Willsey on his retirement!

Greg began his career with the Syracuse Fire Department on April 23, 1997, following his service in the United States Army, where he served in Panama and during the Persian Gulf War. He began his firefighting career at Engine 3 before moving to Truck 4 and later serving with Rescue Company. Greg was promoted to Lieutenant in February 2006 and Captain in February 2022. Throughout his career, he received numerous citations and awards in recognition of his dedication and service.

Greg, thank you for your service to our country, your nearly three decades of dedication to the Syracuse Fire Department, and the leadership, friendship, and memories you've shared along the way.

Congratulations on a well-earned retirement, Captain Willsey! We wish you all the best in this next chapter!

As Fire Prevention Week comes to a close, the Syracuse Fire Department is reminding our community once again that safe c...
10/09/2026

As Fire Prevention Week comes to a close, the Syracuse Fire Department is reminding our community once again that safe charging habits can help prevent fires and save lives.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has put together these helpful safety cards with simple steps everyone can take to reduce the risk of a battery fire.

Take a few minutes to review these tips, talk about them with your family, and share them with others.

Together, we can help keep our community safe!

🚨FIRE SAFETY MESSAGE🚨SYRACUSE FIRE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR GREATER BATTERY SAFETY AWARENESS FOLLOWING HOUSE FIRESYRACUSE, N...
10/08/2026

🚨FIRE SAFETY MESSAGE🚨

SYRACUSE FIRE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR GREATER BATTERY SAFETY AWARENESS FOLLOWING HOUSE FIRE

SYRACUSE, NY – Last night, Syracuse Firefighters responded to a house fire on Oak Street that caused extensive damage to a home. Fire Investigators have determined that the fire was caused by a lithium-ion battery. Thankfully, no one was injured. However, the fire caused significant property damage, displaced a resident, and placed responding firefighters in dangerous conditions.

Unfortunately, our community has already experienced the tragic consequences of lithium-ion battery fires. Earlier this year, a fire caused by a lithium-ion battery claimed the life of a Syracuse resident.

These incidents serve as a sobering reminder of the very real dangers associated with lithium-ion batteries and the importance of understanding how to use and charge them safely.

This year's Fire Prevention Week theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower,” could not be more relevant.

"We cannot wait for another tragedy to take lithium-ion battery safety seriously. These devices are in nearly every home, and the risks are real." — Fire Chief Michael Monds

We urge everyone in our community to take a moment to consider how they and their families use and charge battery-powered devices. Understanding the risks, recognizing warning signs, and following safe charging practices are important steps toward preventing another tragedy.

PRESS RELEASEFIREFIGHTERS EXTINGUISH TWO-STORY HOUSE FIRE ON OAK STREETSYRACUSE, NY – On Wednesday, October 7, at 8:53 p...
10/08/2026

PRESS RELEASE

FIREFIGHTERS EXTINGUISH TWO-STORY HOUSE FIRE ON OAK STREET

SYRACUSE, NY – On Wednesday, October 7, at 8:53 p.m., Syracuse Firefighters were dispatched by the Onondaga County 911 Center to a reported structure fire at 1407 Oak Street. Crews from Station 9 arrived to find a two-story residential structure with fire coming from the side of the building. A Signal “99” was transmitted, indicating a working fire.

Firefighters quickly entered the home to search for occupants and extinguish the fire. Crews encountered heavy smoke but located the fire on the first floor and began extinguishment operations. Although bystanders at the scene reported that everyone was accounted for, firefighters continued searching the building for potential victims. The majority of the fire was extinguished within the first 15 minutes, but not before it had spread to the second floor and attic. Crews opened walls and ceilings to expose and extinguish hidden fire and remaining hot spots. The fire was declared fully extinguished approximately 45 minutes after dispatch. Thorough searches confirmed there were no victims.

The single-family home was unoccupied at the time of the fire and sustained extensive damage. One occupant was displaced by the incident and is receiving assistance from the American Red Cross. There were no reported injuries to civilians or firefighters.

According to Syracuse Fire Investigators, the fire originated in the first-floor living room and was classified as accidental. The cause was determined to be a malfunction of a lithium-ion battery.

Crews remained on scene for more than two hours conducting overhaul operations, assisting investigators, and re-securing the building.

10/07/2026

🔥 Fire Prevention Week is happening across the country — and right here in Syracuse!

This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower,” focuses on simple steps we can all take to safely charge the devices we use every day.

Check out this quick video from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) for important tips on safe charging. 🔋⚡

Here in Syracuse, our firefighters are spending the week visiting schools, talking with students and families, and sharing fire safety information throughout our community.

Fire prevention starts at home, and a few simple habits can make a big difference in keeping you and your family safe.

🔥 Fire Prevention Week is underway! 🚒Throughout Fire Prevention Week, Syracuse Firefighters are visiting schools across ...
10/05/2026

🔥 Fire Prevention Week is underway! 🚒

Throughout Fire Prevention Week, Syracuse Firefighters are visiting schools across the city, spending time with students and engaging them in discussions about fire prevention, fire safety, and the important steps they can take to help keep themselves and their families safe.

This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower,” focuses on the safe use and charging of lithium-ion battery-powered devices that have become part of our everyday lives.

School visits will continue throughout the week, giving our firefighters an opportunity to connect directly with students, answer questions, and reinforce important fire safety lessons and habits at an early age.

📸 These photos are from today’s visit to Huntington School.

PRESS RELEASEDELAWARE STREET STRUCTURE FIRE REQUIRES EXTENDED OPERATIONSSyracuse, NY – On Saturday, October 3, at 10:37 ...
10/04/2026

PRESS RELEASE

DELAWARE STREET STRUCTURE FIRE REQUIRES EXTENDED OPERATIONS

Syracuse, NY – On Saturday, October 3, at 10:37 p.m., Syracuse Firefighters were dispatched by the Onondaga County 911 Center to a reported structure fire at 560 Delaware Street. Crews from Station 5 arrived to find a 2½-story residential structure with fire coming from the rear of the building. A Signal “99” was transmitted, indicating a working fire.

The building was boarded up and believed to be unoccupied; however, firefighters initiated an aggressive interior attack, searching for possible victims while working to extinguish the fire. During interior operations, crews encountered holes in the floors and other hazardous conditions, prompting a transition to exterior operations. Multiple hose lines and aerial devices were utilized to bring the fire under control within 45 minutes.

Crews later attempted to re-enter the structure but were unable to safely continue interior operations due to extensive fire damage and deteriorating structural conditions. Firefighters continued flowing water from the exterior to extinguish remaining hot spots. The fire was declared fully extinguished approximately 110 minutes after dispatch.

The building was confirmed to be a boarded-up vacant structure and sustained extensive fire damage, including partial collapse in several areas.

According to Syracuse Fire Investigators, the fire originated in the rear of the building. The cause will remain undetermined because the risk of structural collapse prevented investigators from safely conducting a thorough examination of the fire area.

There were no reported injuries to civilians or firefighters.

Crews remained on scene for more than four hours conducting overhaul, picking up equipment, and re-securing the building.

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