Watervliet Professional Firefighters Local 590

Watervliet Professional Firefighters Local 590 Watervliet Professional Fire Fighters I.A.F.F. Each platoon works under a 24 hour shift rotation.

Local #590

The Watervliet Fire Department is made up of 25 members, which includes a Fire Chief, 4 captains, 4 lieutenants, and 16 firefighters. The department operates under a four platoon system, each consisting of four firefighters, under the command of a captain and a lieutenant. The department offers an array of services including Fire Suppression and Control, Fire Prevention and Public Rela

tions, Fire Investigation, Hazardous Material Incident Response, Emergency Medical Service Response (EMT and Paramedic), Emergency Transportation, Natural Gas, Carbon Monoxide and Electrical Emergency Response, Emergency Rescue Response, Mutual Aid to Neighboring Communities, Non-Emergency Service for Public Assistance. The Watervliet Fire Department has been housed in The Chief Thomas M. McCormack Fire Headquarters on 2nd Avenue & 13th Street in the city since 1970. The Fire Department is National Incident Management System (NIMS) compliant. The Incident Command System (ICS) is a coordinated effort that brings together the major elements of an operation - specifically, command, operations, planning, and logistics under a unified command. The ICS is the backbone of Emergency Services response in the city of Watervliet. Emergency Medical certifications are held by all members of the firefighter staff. The EMS program is overseen by a medical doctor and Firefighter Tom Corcoran.

We extends our thoughts and prayers to the injured Albany firefighter, their family, and all the members of the Albany F...
08/04/2026

We extends our thoughts and prayers to the injured Albany firefighter, their family, and all the members of the Albany Fire Department following today’s line-of-duty incident.

We stand with our brothers and sisters during this difficult time and wish for a full and speedy recovery.

This afternoon, a member of our local/department, was involved in a critical incident during the course of his duties, causing serious injuries and was subsequently airlifted to a hospital out of the area, following treatment on scene by Albany Fire Department personnel.

While this incident continues to unfold, we ask the Albany community, brother and sister firefighters, and the public in general to keep our member and his family in your thoughts.

For further media inquiries, please contact the Office of the Fire Chief at 518-447-7879

2026 Fire BallPlease join us honoring Frank McGrouty, Frank Rossetti, Jami Bodo, and Phyllis Carroll. Also, we will be r...
07/28/2026

2026 Fire Ball

Please join us honoring Frank McGrouty, Frank Rossetti, Jami Bodo, and Phyllis Carroll.

Also, we will be recognizing the entire department, past and present, on the 100 year anniversary of being a paid fire department.

It will be a great night and not one you want to miss!

Watervliet Fire Crews are currently operating at a Sig 30 in Green Island.
07/19/2026

Watervliet Fire Crews are currently operating at a Sig 30 in Green Island.

We would like to congratulate Mark “Hank” Cady on his retirement as Supervisor of the DPW. Thank you Hank for all that y...
07/10/2026

We would like to congratulate Mark “Hank” Cady on his retirement as Supervisor of the DPW. Thank you Hank for all that you’ve done for the city of Watervliet and the assistance you’ve provided us at any hour of the day or night. You will be missed.

07/04/2026
🎆🇺🇸🚒 JULY 4th HEAT & HOLIDAY WEEK SAFETY REMINDER FROM THE WATERVLIET FIRE DEPARTMENT 🚒🇺🇸 🎇
07/01/2026

🎆🇺🇸🚒 JULY 4th HEAT & HOLIDAY WEEK SAFETY REMINDER FROM THE WATERVLIET FIRE DEPARTMENT 🚒🇺🇸 🎇

🚨 🚤 Training on the Hudson River 🚤 🚨 Today, members of the Watervliet Fire Department and Green Island Fire Department c...
06/15/2026

🚨 🚤 Training on the Hudson River 🚤 🚨

Today, members of the Watervliet Fire Department and Green Island Fire Department conducted joint marine operations training on the Hudson River, strengthening our ability to respond to water emergencies and mutual aid incidents throughout our communities.

🚒☀️ HEAT ADVISORY FROM THE WATERVLIET FIRE DEPARTMENT ☀️🚒With temperatures and humidity climbing today, the risk of heat...
06/11/2026

🚒☀️ HEAT ADVISORY FROM THE WATERVLIET FIRE DEPARTMENT ☀️🚒

With temperatures and humidity climbing today, the risk of heat-related illness is significantly increased. Whether you’re working outside, exercising, attending sporting events, or enjoying time with family, take precautions to stay safe.

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Watervliet, NY
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