Plattekill Fire Department

06/22/2026

The Plattekill Fire Department was proud to assist the Cronomer Valley Fire Department and numerous mutual aid agencies at a working structure fire on Peter Avenue in the Town of Newburgh on Sunday afternoon.

Plattekill responded with a tanker, firefighters, and Fire Police personnel to support fire suppression, water supply operations, and scene safety efforts. We commend the efforts of all responding personnel who worked through challenging conditions to bring this incident under control.

Our thoughts are with the family affected by this devastating loss. A GoFundMe has been established to help them during this difficult time and can be found in the original post shared below.

06/06/2026

In response to the devastating fire that occurred last evening, a GoFundMe page has been established to support the affected family and is already gaining momentum. We kindly encourage community members to contribute to this fund, as the family's loss is deeply felt throughout our shared community.

Furthermore, the Wallkill Hook, Ladder and Hose Co. will be hosting a 50/50 raffle during their monthly breakfast tomorrow, with proceeds benefiting the impacted family.

Your support is greatly appreciated, and additional information regarding donations and fundraising efforts will be shared as it becomes available.

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06/06/2026

For immediate release:

No additional photos, information, or details regarding the incident will be released at this time, out of respect for the family's privacy and the sanctity of their devastating loss.

Questions, Comments and concerns can be directed to Chief Doug Foster. We appreciate your understanding and support for the family during this difficult time.

06/06/2026

The Plattekill Fire Department is currently operating at a 3rd Alarm structure fire on Fox Hill Road. Motorists are advised to avoid the area as Fox Hill Road and Route 300 will experience a significant emergency vehicle presence. Further updates will be provided when available.

06/05/2026

It is with profound sadness that the Plattekill Fire Department, the Plattekill Fire Department Auxiliary and the Plattekill Fire District, remembers Past President Mary Murphy and Past Commissioner Arnold “Arnie” Wager.

Today, we pause to honor two individuals who selflessly dedicated countless hours in service to protecting our community and supporting those around them. Their commitment, sacrifice, and dedication to the emergency services will not be forgotten.

The loss of two members who gave so much leaves a void not only within our department, but throughout the community they proudly served.

Please keep their families, friends, and all those impacted in your thoughts during this difficult time.

Their watch may be over, but their legacy of service lives on.

06/05/2026

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of past Plattekill Fire District Commissioner Arnold “Arnie” Wager.

Arnie dedicated years of service to our community and the fire service, leaving behind a legacy of commitment, leadership, and dedication.

Please keep the Wager family, friends, and all those who served alongside him in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Rest easy, Commissioner. Your service will not be forgotten.

View Arnold Wager's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

06/05/2026

It is with deep sadness that the Plattekill Fire Department shares the passing of Past President, Mary Murphy.

Mary’s dedication, leadership, and unwavering support of our organization left a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of serving alongside her.

On behalf of our entire organization, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Mary’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. We are grateful for her years of service and the many contributions she made to our department and community.

Her legacy will continue to live on through the countless lives she touched and the members she inspired.

Please keep the Murphy family in your thoughts and prayers.

Rest easy, Mary. Thank you for your service, leadership, friendship, and dedication. You will be greatly missed.

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06/02/2026

🚒 🚑 May 2026 Call Volume Report 🚒 🚑

As the Plattekill Fire Department proudly celebrates 100 Years of Service (1926–2026), our volunteer members continue answering the call—24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

During May 2026, our department responded to 42 emergency incidents (a slower than usual month), a testament to the dedication, training, teamwork, and commitment built over a century of protecting the Town of Plattekill and our surrounding communities.

However, June is already proving to be another busy month, with members responding to 5 alarms for service on June 1st alone.

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📊 May Incident Breakdown

🚑 24 EMS Alarms
• 15 Critical Patients
• 7 Stable Patients / Automatic Medical Alarms
• 2 Unstable Patients

🚗 6 Personal Injury Automobile Accidents (PIAA)
🔥 2 In-District Structure Fires
🔥 2 Mutual Aid Structure Fires
• 1 Modena
• 1 Clintondale

⚠️ 2 Carbon Monoxide Alarms
⚠️ 2 Outdoor Electrical Emergencies (Trees / Wires Down)
🔥 1 Smoke / Fire Investigation
☣️ 1 Hazardous Materials Alarm (Gas Odor Inside Structure)
🔥 1 Controlled Burn Extinguishment

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📈 2026 Call Volume (Through June 1st, 2026): 305 Total Responses

🚑 EMS Responses: 199
🔥 Fire Responses: 106

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For 100 years, our volunteers have stood ready when neighbors needed help most. That legacy continues today and is carried forward by dedicated individuals willing to step up, train hard, and serve something greater than themselves.

As call volumes continue to increase, we remain committed to protecting our community whenever the pager tones.

Interested in serving your community and becoming part of this proud tradition?

🌐 Visit: www.plattekillfiredepartment.com

📩 Reach out today to learn how you can get involved.

🚒 1926–2026: A Century of Service, Commitment, and Community

05/30/2026

Congratulations to Plattekill Fire Department members FF Morales, FF McDonald, FF Barton, and FF Toth on your recent achievement of successfully completing and passing the State FF1 curriculum.

The first accomplishment wasn’t passing FF1, it was making the decision to step forward and join something bigger than yourself. Choosing to serve your community, stand beside your fellow firefighters, and answer the call when others need help most.

Over the last several months, you’ve put in the long nights, early mornings, endless drills, sore muscles, and countless hours of dedication to get here. You learned that the fire service is more than wearing gear and riding apparatus, it’s about commitment, trust, pride, and knowing the people standing next to you have your back.

Today, you earned more than a certification. You earned your place among the brotherhood and sisterhood of the fire service.

We are incredibly proud of the hard work, sacrifice, determination, and commitment each of you has shown to our department and our community.

Stand tall, wear that shield with pride, trust your training, and remember that no firehouse is built by one person—it’s built by the crew standing beside you.

Congratulations. Be proud. You earned this.

Welcome to the next chapter. 🚒🔥

05/19/2026

HEAT ADVISORY: Limit Strenuous Activity & Stay Hydrated