Large Fire Damages Three Homes on S Geddes St Published on October 12, 2024 Firefighters were called to a reported fire at 1114 S Geddes St. Firefighters arrived two minutes after being alerted. The blaze had already extended from the initial building to a second. Crews quickly worked to extinguish the extending fire. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Six People Displaced Following Fire on Riverdale Drive Published on September 08, 2024 Firefighters were called to a house on Riverdale Drive for a reported fire. They were met with a large volume of smoke on the second floor and found a kitchen fire. Firefighters extinguished the flames quickly. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Extinguish Fire at East Side Home Published on September 07, 2024 Firefighters were called to a house on Livingston Ave for a reported fire. They were met with a large volume of smoke on the second floor. The fire displaced five residents. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Department Awarded $7.5 Million SAFER Grant Published on September 06, 2024 The Syracuse Fire Department was awarded a $7.5+ million SAFER Grant. The funding comes from FEMA's SAFER program, which was helped by US Senate Majority Leader Schumer and Senator Gillibrand. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Investigate Smoke, Find Small Fire in 232 Seeley Rd Published on August 31, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters were called to a smoke condition near 232 Seeley Rd. Smoke was seen coming from the house, crews investigated and found a fire. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle Early Morning Fire on Mary Street Published on August 31, 2024 Large volume of fire found at Mary St house. Second floor fire spread to the attic. One minor was transported for burns and a firefighter was transported for heat-related illness. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Two Firefighters Injured, Transported to Hospital Following Niven St. Published on August 28, 2024 Two Syracuse Firefighters were sent to local hospitals for medical care following a structure fire at 112 Niven St. Monday morning. One firefighter was treated for exhaustion, the other for burns to the legs. No civilian injuries were reported. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Elton Davis Appointed to Executive Deputy Chief of Fire Published on August 26, 2024 Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh and Syracuse Chief of Fire Michael Monds announced the appointment of 27-year veteran Elton Davis to Executive Deputy Chief of Fire. Davis’ new leadership role includes planning, organizing and providing oversight to firefighting and administrative operations in all facets of the Department. Tagged as: , City News & Press Releases, Syracuse Fire News
Fire Destroys One House, Damages Another in 2-Alarm Fitch Street Blaze Published on August 14, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters battled a 2 alarm blaze at 151 Fitch Street that spread to a neighboring home. The fire was the 3rd firefighters had faced in the last 24 hours. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Three Displaced Following House Fire in Syracuse’s Valley Neighborhood Published on August 14, 2024 Firefighters battled a fire on Oakley Dr. E on Wednesday Morning. The fire was declared out after approximately 30 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Stop Fire in Pond Street Apartment Published on August 06, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters were able to contain a fire in a three story apartment building Friday afternoon. Firefighters had the bulk of the fire knocked down after approximately 10 minutes. After an extensive overhaul operation, the fire was declared out after 80 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Red Cross Assisting Six Following Chatham Place Fire Published on July 29, 2024 Six People were displaced following a house fire at 100 Chatham Place on Sunday evening. The fire caused extensive damage to the first and second floors of the home. Firefighters declared the fire out after approximately 40 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire on Far West Side Displaces Five Published on July 18, 2024 At least five people were displaced after a fire in a four apartment home on Willis Ave. Thursday afternoon. Firefighters made a quick knockdown of the fire, however the first floor apartment where it began suffered extensive damage. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire on Park Ave. Damages Two-Family Home Published on June 30, 2024 A fire in an apartment at 728 Park Street heavily damaged a second-floor kitchen. The fire was declared out after approximately 60 minutes. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire on Wayne Street in Historic Hawley-Green Neighborhood Published on June 27, 2024 Firefighters needed approximately 20 minutes to extinguish a fire in the basement of a home at 128 Wayne Street. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Rescue One Person from Park Ave Fire; 2nd person injured Published on June 26, 2024 One person was rescued from a basement fire on Syracuse's West Side early Wednesday morning. Another person who was able to escape the home was transported to a local hospital for evaluation. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire and Water Department Warn: Opening Hydrants Risks Public Safety Published on June 18, 2024 At the start of a prolonged heat wave, the Syracuse Fire Department and Department of Water are warning against opening hydrants for relief from high temperatures. Tagged as: , City News & Press Releases, Cityline, Traffic & Infrastructure News
Early Morning Fire Damages Multi-Family Home on East Colvin Street Published on June 17, 2024 Four people were displaced following a fire in a second-floor apartment at 229 East Colvin Street early Sunday morning. No injuries were reported. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Make Quick Stop on Kirkwood Place Blaze Published on June 10, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters had a second-floor fire under control in approximately 10 minutes late Sunday Afternoon. The fire, which investigators determined was intentionally set, was declared out after approximately 30 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
House a Complete Loss Following East Division Street Fire Published on May 22, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters needed nearly five hours to fully extinguish a fire in a vacant building. When crews arrived, the house at 634 East Division Street was fully involved in fire. The cause is under investigation. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
One Firefighter Injured at Leon Street Fire Published on May 22, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters found smoke and flames shooting from second-floor windows when they arrived at 230 Leon Street Tuesday evening. Crews extinguished the fire after approximately 20 minutes. One firefighter sustained a minor injury, was treated at the scene, and released. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Three Displaced Following Lemoyne Ave Fire Published on May 19, 2024 The Red Cross was assisting three occupants displaced following a fire at 625 Lemoyne Ave. Sunday evening. The fire was declared out after approximately 40 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Department Holds Annual Awards/Promotion Ceremony Published on May 17, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters were honored for acts of heroism and bravery for calendar year 2023 during a special ceremony at the National Veterans Center at Syracuse University on Monday Night. The Department also recognized firefighters promoted in the last year. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Quickly Extinguish Fire in Holland Street House Published on May 07, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters responded to a fire in a vacant home on Holland Street late Friday night. Crews found fire on the second floor of the boarded-up building and had to remove plywood from doors and windows to get inside and fight the fire. The fire took approximately 10 minutes to extinguish. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire in Large, Mixed-Use Building on Burnet Ave. Published on April 25, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters faced a labor-intensive effort to extinguish a fire in a large, mixed use occupancy Thursday night. Fire spread into the roof of the structure, and additional units were called to the scene to assist. The fire was out in approximately 60 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
One Person Injured in East Laurel Street Blaze Published on April 23, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters arriving at the scene of a structure fire Monday night at 744 E. Laurel Street found one person suffering burn injuries outside the home. Firefighters had the fire in the vacant home extinguished in approximately 60 minutes Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle Fully Involved House Fire on Rich Street Published on April 10, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters battled their second major fire in just over three hours overnight Tuesday. Crews found a house fully involved in fire when they arrived at 310 Rich Street. The fire was declared out after approximately 70 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
One Firefighter Burned, Another Injured in Oneida St. Blaze Published on April 10, 2024 One Syracuse Firefighter was transported to a local hospital for burn injuries following a fire on Oneida St. Tuesday night. Another firefighter suffered an upper-body injury but was able to continue working. The fire was declared out after approximately 80 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire Causes Extensive Damage to Palmer Ave. House Published on March 15, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters spent several hours battling a wind driven fire inside a vacant home on Palmer Ave. Friday night. The building suffered extensive damage, including a partial roof collapse. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Basement Fire on Far West Side Displaces Two Published on March 15, 2024 Two people escaped uninjured after a fire was discovered in the basement of a two-family home at 953 Emerson Ave. Friday morning. Firefighters declared the fire out after approximately 20 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Respond to East Laurel Street Fire Published on March 08, 2024 Firefighters responding to a reported fire at 511 E. Laurel St. early Friday morning found heavy smoke and flames billowing from the rear of the home. The fire took over 2 hours to fully extinguish. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire at Skyline Apartments Published on March 05, 2024 Syracuse Firefighters responded to an Apartment Fire at 753 James Street, the former Skyline Apartments, Tuesday afternoon. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Early Morning Fire Displaces Three Published on December 31, 2023 Firefighters were called to the 900 block of Park Avenue this morning. There they discovered a fire in the attic of a home at 911 Park. The fire was declared out after approximately 40 minutes. A total of three occupants were displaced. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Seven Displaced Following Union Place Fire Published on December 27, 2023 Seven People were displaced by a fire that occurred at 404 Union Palce this afternoon. Firefighters arriving at the scene found flames blowing out of windows on the side of the building. The fire was declared out after 35 minutes. There were no injuries reported. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Christmas Day Fire on Lodi Street Displaces Five Occupants Published on December 25, 2023 Five people were displaced following a fire this afternoon on Lodi St. One occupant was escorted out of the smoky building by searching firefighters. The fire was brought under control in 30 minutes. No injuries were reported. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Rescue Two from Apartment Building Fire Published on December 21, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters rescued 2 people from an apartment fire at 111 Smith Lane Wednesday Morning. One of the occupants was trapped and had to be brought down a ladder, from a second floor window. Both were evaluated at the scene by ambulance personnel, and released. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Battle West Onondaga Street Blaze Published on December 15, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters needed approximately 40 minutes to fully extinguish a fire that occurred on West Onondaga Street Friday evening. The fire damaged the first and second floor of the home. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Face Early Morning Fire on Gertrude Street Published on December 03, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled an early morning fire in a vacant house on Gertrude Street Sunday morning. The fire took nearly 50 minutes to fully extinguish. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
One Person Sent to Hospital Following Afternoon Fire Published on November 23, 2023 One person was transported by ambulance to a local hospital following a structure fire at 132 Crestview Drive on Thursday afternoon. The fire started in the garage of the single-story home. Firefighters had the fire out in approximately 40 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Vacant Merriman Street House Heavily Damaged by Fire Published on November 19, 2023 Fire in the second floor of a vacant structure on Merriman caused the roof to collapse early Sunday morning. Syracuse Firefighters had the blaze under control in approximately 60 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire Damages Mary Street Home Published on November 15, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters needed approximately 40 minutes to completely extinguish a fire in a two-story home on Mary Street, Wednesday afternoon. The home suffered extensive damage to the first floor. There were no injuries reported. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
One Displaced Following Mid-Day Fire on Sherbourne Road Published on November 13, 2023 One person was displaced by a fire that tore through the first and second floors of a single family home on Sherbourne Road on Syracuse's East Side. The fire took 40 minutes to extinguish. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Two Firefighters Injured in McLennan Ave. Blaze Published on November 12, 2023 Two Syracuse Firefighters were suffered minor burns battling a blaze on McLennan Ave Sunday Morning. Both were treated at a local hospital and later released. Three displaced occupants were being assisted by the Red Cross. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Respond to Fire in Vacant South Geddes Street Home Published on November 05, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled fire in a vacant home on South Geddes Street Sunday Morning. First arriving units reported smoke coming from the eaves of the 2.5 story house. The fire took approximately 30 minutes to extinguish. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Respond to Fire at Syracuse University Newhouse Building Published on November 03, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters responding to a fire alarm activation at SU Newhouse 1 on Thursday night found a fire in a first floor classroom. Crews needed nearly two hours to clear smoke from the building once the fire was extinguished. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire in Vacant East Division Street Home Published on November 01, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled a fire in a vacant north side home on Wednesday afternoon. The fire damaged the second floor of the East Division Street home, and took approximately 50 minutes to extinguish. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Face Early Morning Fire on North Side Published on October 29, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled an early morning blaze at 102 Strand Place, on the City's North Side. One firefighter suffered minor burns during the operation. He was treated a local hospital and has since been released. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle Attic Fire on Butternut Street Published on October 28, 2023 Firefighters responded to a reported fire on Butternut Street this morning. When they arrived, smoke and flames were visible from an attic window. The fire was declared out after approximately 30 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Respond to Fire in Vacant Apartment Building Published on October 26, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled flames in a boarded up apartment building Thursday evening. Firefighters arrived on the scene at 477 James St. to find smoke and flames showing from a second floor apartment. The fire was declared out after approximately 50 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Haz-Mat Team Assists Solvay at Fire at Chemical Plant Published on October 15, 2023 Syracuse Fire's Hazardous Materials Response Team was dispatched to a chemical plant in Solvay Sunday afternoon to assist the Solvay Fire Department in extinguishing a chemical fire in dumpsters outside the plant. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle Overnight Fire in Vacant Building Published on October 07, 2023 Firefighters battled a fire overnight at 704 Park Avenue, battling the blaze from outside the structure. A portion of the buildings roof collapsed, creating a dangerous situation for firefighters at the scene. The fire took approximately 70 minutes to fully extinguish. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Two Rescued from North Side Blaze; Victims in Critical Condition Published on October 06, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters fought through blinding smoke and high heat to rescue two unconscious victims from a house fire early Friday morning. The fire occurred at 214 Burdick Ave, on the North Side. Both of the victims are currently in critical condition. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Use Ladders to Rescue Occupants Trapped by Apartment Fire Published on September 28, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters used ground ladders to rescue occupants trapped on third floor balconies during a structure fire at an apartment on W. Onondaga St. Thursday night. Three occupants were treated for smoke inhalation. The fire took approximately 40 minutes to fully extinguish. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Rescue Man Trapped in Burning Home Published on September 17, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters rescued a man trapped on the second floor of a burning home early Sunday morning. The patient was transported to a local hospital after being removed from the house and is reported to be in stable condition. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Overnight Fire Damages North Side Apartment Building Published on September 17, 2023 A car fire that started in a covered car port spread to and damaged an apartment building on Danforth Street overnight. The fire took approximately 50 minutes to extinguish. There were no injuries reported. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle Stubborn Fire in Vacant South Side Home Published on September 05, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled a stubborn fire in a vacant home overnight. The house at 162 West Lafayette Ave was heavily damaged by the blaze. Firefighters needed more than 3 hours to completely extinguish the fire. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire in Vacant Richmond Ave Home Damages Neighboring Homes Published on September 04, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters responded to a reported fire this morning. On arrival, they found a vacant structure fully engulfed in flames, and threatening nearby homes. The fire took approximately 80 minutes to extinguish. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire Damages Vacant West Pleasant Avenue Home Overnight Published on August 31, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters needed approximately 30 minutes to fully extinguish a fire in a vacant home on the City's South Side early Thursday morning. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Rescue Dog from Helen Street Fire Published on August 10, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters rescued a dog from a second-floor fire at 109 Helen Street on Thursday morning. The fire caused damage to the kitchen in the upstairs apartment where it originated. Crews needed 20 minutes to extinguish the flames fully. No injuries were reported to civilians or to firefighters. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Overnight House Fire Displaces Four Published on August 06, 2023 Four people were able to escape a house fire on Mildred Ave overnight. Smoke detectors alerted the occupants to the danger, and they were able to escape before the fire department arrived. It took firefighters approximately 30 minutes to extinguish the flames. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire in Riverdale Drive Apartment Building Published on August 06, 2023 Firefighters made a quick stop on a structure fire in multiple unit apartment building in the Valley Saturday evening. Crews had the fire out in 20 minutes and were able to limit most of the damage to the apartment of origin. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
One Firefighter Injured in East Laurel Street Blaze Published on August 05, 2023 One Firefighter was transported to a local hospital for evaluation following an injury sustained at a structure fire at 514 E. Laurel St. Friday night. It took firefighters approximately 80 minutes to extinguish the flames. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle Third Major Blaze in Eight Hours Published on July 24, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled their third major blaze in eight hours on Monday afternoon at 1412 S. McBride Street. A family dog perished in the blaze. There were no other injuries reported to civilians or to firefighters. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Two Early Morning Fires Keep Syracuse Firefighters Busy Published on July 24, 2023 Two fires occurred just 30 minutes apart this morning in Syracuse. Th first was brough under control in about 10 minutes, and the second took more than 30 to fully extinguish. There were no injuries reported at either fire. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire Damages Two Homes on Helen Street Published on July 22, 2023 A fire at 111 Helen Street this morning damaged the neighboring home. All four occupants of the fire building were able to escape unharmed. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire on Otisco Street Displaces Six Published on July 16, 2023 Six people were able to escape a fire at 310 Otisco Street Sunday afternoon. Firefighters were able to confine the fire to the second floor of the home. No injuries were reported to civilians or to firefighters. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Beecher Street Home Damaged by Fire Published on July 15, 2023 A fire damaged a home on Beecher street this morning. The fire, in a home listed as vacant, took firefighters approximately 20 minutes to fully extinguish. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Four Occupants Rescued at High-Rise Fire Published on July 13, 2023 Four residents were evacuated to safety by Syracuse Firefighters during a structure fire that occurred this afternoon at the 12-story Ross Towers Apartments on Lodi Street. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire Damages Ash Street Apartment Published on July 13, 2023 Fire badly damaged an apartment on Ash Street this morning. Firefighters were able to limit the damage to the apartment of origin. No injuries were reported. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Stop Kitchen Fire in Apartment Published on July 11, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters made a quick stop on an apartment fire in downtown Syracuse this afternoon. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle Basement Fire on Miles Ave. Published on July 11, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters faced cluttered, smoky conditions as they fought a basement fire in a home at 213 Miles Ave on Tuesday morning. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
HAZMAT Team Responds to Refrigerant Leak Published on July 08, 2023 Syracuse fire's HAZMAT team responded to an incident today involving a refrigerant leak in a home. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle West Corning Avenue Blaze Published on July 06, 2023 Syracuse firefighters battled a house fire, along with heat and humidity, at 123 West Corning Ave this evening. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Overnight Fire on E. Laurel St. Published on July 02, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled a large fire at 728 E. Laurel St. overnight. The home was a total loss. Houses on either side of the main fire building also suffered damage. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Help Two Escape Niagara Street Fire Published on June 29, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters assisted two residents out of a burning building at 703 Niagara Street this evening Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Make Quick Stop on Smith Lane Fire Published on June 27, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters were able to contain a fire to the apartment of origin at the Vincent Apartments early Tuesday morning. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Two-Alarm Fire on Westmoreland Ave.; House A Total Loss Published on June 25, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled a two alarm fire at 401 Westmoreland Ave. on Sunday morning. The house is considered a total loss. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire Damages Vacant Graves Street Home for Second Time Published on June 24, 2023 Firefighters quickly extinguished a fire in a vacant home on graves street Saturday Afternoon. This home was also the scene of a fire in January 2023 Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
One Civilian, One Firefighter Injured at Overnight Fire on Teall Ave. Published on June 20, 2023 Firefighters battled an apartment fire at 601 Teall Avenue overnight. On civilian was injured when he jumped from the second floor to escape the blaze. A firefighter suffered an injury as well. Both were transported to local hospitals for treatment and evaluation. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
One Firefighter Injured in South Geddes Street Fire Published on June 19, 2023 One Syracuse Firefighter was injured fighting a fire at 1114 S. Geddes Street tonight. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle Midland Ave. Blaze Published on June 19, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled a fire that occurred in a 2-family home in the 2500 block of Midland Ave Sunday night. It took firefighters approximately 30 minutes to fully extinguish the fire. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Make Quick Stop on South Side Fire Published on June 11, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters made a quick stop on a fire on Albert Terrace this Afternoon. The worst of the damage was confined to the kitchen of the residence. There were no injuries reported. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire Heavily Damages Vacant Didama Street Home Published on June 08, 2023 A fire in a vacant structure on Didama Street cause extensive damage to the home on thursday evening. Firefighters had the fire under control in approximately 60 minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Four Escape Overnight Fire Published on June 08, 2023 4 people were able to escape an apartment fire on Syracuse's South Side. Firefighters were able to contain the blaze to the apartment of origin. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Respond to 4th Major Fire in 12 Hours Published on June 07, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters responded to a fire on N. Lowell Ave on Tuesday morning. This was the 4th Major fire that city firefighters dealt with in a 12-hour span Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Respond to Early Morning Fire on Putnam Street Published on June 07, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters responded to a fire on Putnam Street early Tuesday morning. The fire damaged a vacant home. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle Second North Side Blaze, Third in 24 Hours Published on June 05, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters fought a third major fire in 24 hours this evening on Lemoyne Ave. One occupant was evaluated at the scene for smoke inhalation. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle Stubborn East Division St. Blaze Published on June 05, 2023 Fire Destroyed a vacant home on Syracuse's North Side. It took firefighters 90 minutes to extinguish the flames. The house sustained heavy damage. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
One Displaced after Fellows Ave. Fire Published on June 05, 2023 One person was displaced after a fire at 263 Fellows Ave, in the City's Westcott Neighborhood Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Quickly Extinguish Shonnard Street Fire Published on May 23, 2023 Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish a fire at 216 Shonnard Street on Monday evening. A cat was rescued from the burning home. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Passerby Alerts Occupants to Columbus Ave Fire Published on May 20, 2023 A passerby alerted the occupants of 210 Columbus Ave to fire at their address. Four occupants of the home were able to safely evacuate before firefighters arrived. Firefighters took approximately 30 minutes to extinguish the fire. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Occupant Escapes Bassett Street Blaze Published on May 18, 2023 One Occupant was able to escape a fire on Bassett Street. Firefighters extinguish fire in rear of building. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
One Displaced Following Wolf Street Fire Published on May 16, 2023 One person was displaced following a fire in a six-apartment structure at 425 Wolf Street, on Syracuse's North Side. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Vacant Butternut Street Home Heavily Damaged by Fire Published on May 13, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled a structure fire at 1405 Butternut Street that heavily damaged the vacant home. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Busy with Two North Side Fires Overnight Published on May 11, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters battled separate blazes four hours apart on the City's North Side overnight. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Battle Second Fire in Less than 24 Hours Published on May 04, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters quickly extinguished a house fire at 1613 Midland Avenue this afternoon. The fire was the second major fire in the City of Syracuse in the last 24 hours. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Four Firefighters Injured in Seymour Street Blaze Published on May 03, 2023 Four Syracuse Firefighters were injured last night in a fire that occurred at 153 Seymour Street. The labor-intensive fire occurred in an apartment building just outside of Downtown Syracuse. A second alarm was needed to control the blaze. Four Firefighters were transported from the scene to local hospitals for evaluation. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Firefighters Extinguish Fire on Southwest Side Published on April 27, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters responded to a reported fire at 110 Palmer Ave. On arrival, they found a fire in the structure. The fire was brought under control in approximately 20 minutes. There were no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse HAZMAT Called to Assist Dewitt FD Published on April 25, 2023 Syracuse Fire Department's HAZMAT team was called to DeWitt Fire District to assist DeWitt FD with a leaking 250-lb propane cylinder. Firefighters used specialized equipment to flare off the remaining propane in the cylinder. The operation took more than 12 hours. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Perform Confined Space Rescue Published on April 08, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters responded to a report that a woman had fallen into the storm sewer. The initial company on the scene was able to make contact with the woman. A confined space rescue operation was required to get the woman back to the street. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to a House Fire on the West Side Published on April 07, 2023 Just before 10 am, Syracuse Firefighters responded to a reported house on fire on Coykendall Avenue. A Syracuse Police Unit in the area was able to alert the second-floor occupants to the fire and assist them in evacuating. The fire was located in a first-floor bedroom caused by a candle. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to a Vehicle Into a Structure on Pond St Published on April 03, 2023 Shortly after 4 pm, Syracuse Firefighters responded to a report of a vehicle into a structure at 704 Pond St. Updates were given while units were responding that a person was possibly someone trapped by the vehicle. The structure was shored up and searched for victims. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to Oakwood Ave House Fire Published on April 01, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters responded to the 200 Block of Oakwood Ave for a possible house on fire. There were reports that the structure may be occupied. Searches were completed of the structure, and there were no victims inside. The fire was brought under control in approximately twenty minutes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to Fire in Vacant Home Published on March 22, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters responded to a report of a possible building on fire in the 1000 block of Park Street. Firefighters located the fire at 1021 Park Street. Vacant structures present added danger because of steps to secure the property from unauthorized entry. Wood coverings have to be removed from doors and windows to allow for fire extinguishment and potential escape routes. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Injured Syracuse Firefighter Released from Hospital Published on March 21, 2023 The firefighter that was injured battling the structure fire at 343 Park Street has been released from the hospital. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighter Injured in Park Street Blaze Published on March 20, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters responded to a reported fire at 343 Park Street. There was no information on whether anyone was home when units arrived, so firefighters began searching for potential victims while others started stretching hoses to extinguish the fire. During the operation, one firefighter was injured and transported to a local hospital by the Syracuse Fire Department Ambulance. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Extinguish Northside Fire Published on March 16, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters responded to a reported fire at 716 East Laurel Street. Additional units were needed, and after approximately 60 minutes, the fire was declared out. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Investigate Report of Person in Manhole Published on March 15, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters were called to the area of Kirkpatrick Street at North Alvord Street after people called 911 reporting a man climbed down a manhole and hadn't come back out. Firefighters from the closest fire station as well as the Rescue Company, Hazmat Team, and SFD Ambulance responded. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Contain Apartment Building Fire to One Apartment Published on March 05, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters were called to a possible fire at the apartments at 126 Jamesville Ave. The quick actions of the responding units kept the damage contained to the apartment of origin. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Department Hazardous Materials Team Assists Minetto FD Published on March 03, 2023 The Syracuse Fire Department Hazardous Materials Team is part of the Central Region Hazmat Emergency Response Team. They were called to assist the Minetto FD and Oswego County Hazmat at the Minetto Elementary School. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Dept Hazardous Materials Response at Brighton Towers Published on March 01, 2023 A medical emergency at Brighton Towers led to a Hazardous Materials response. Large, complex incidents such as this present a unique challenge for first responders. A coordinated effort by the multiple agencies involved minimized the dangers to other occupants of Brighton Towers and the public. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Fight Late Night Fire on Spring Street Published on February 18, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters were called to a reported structure fire at 1508 Spring Street on the City's North Side just before 1 a.m. Firefighters spent nearly two hours battling the blaze. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Extinguish South Side Fire Published on February 15, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters were called to a reported structure fire on Garfield Ave. The quick response of the Syracuse Fire Department kept the fire confined to the mattress where it started. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to Hawley-Green Fire Published on February 11, 2023 The Onondaga County 911 Center alerted Syracuse Firefighters to a reported possible structure fire at 303 Catherine Street. Engine 1 was first on the scene and saw smoke and flames from a second-floor window. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to Commercial Fire in Eastwood Published on February 10, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters were alerted by the Onondaga County 911 center to a reported fire in the area of 360 North Midler Ave. Firefighters quickly determined that no one was inside the commercial structure with heavy fire and thick smoke showing on arrival. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Extinguish Strathmore House Fire Published on February 08, 2023 Syracuse firefighters were alerted to a fire in the 100 block of Clairmonte Avenue. Firefighters stretched multiple lines and extinguished the fire. Working smoke detectors in the home alerted the occupants to the fire. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to Fire in Eastwood Published on February 05, 2023 Syracuse firefighters were alerted to a possible fire at 231 Mosley Drive. Units arrived on the scene and confirmed a working fire at the address. All the occupants of the house were able to evacuate on their own. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to Fire in the Valley Published on January 30, 2023 Syracuse firefighters were alerted to a fire at a house on Valley Drive shortly after 2 am. A woman had evacuated the house but was stuck on the roof of a garage while the fire was burning on the first floor of her residence. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
One Firefighter Injured During Fire in Eastwood Published on January 20, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters were alerted to a house on fire at 250 Mildred Avenue. Forty-three firefighters were on the scene of this fire, which took approximately 75 minutes to extinguish. During the operation one firefighter was injured and required transport via ambulance to a local hospital. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to 710 Lodi St Published on January 12, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters responded to an apartment fire at 710 Lodi St. Smoke was seen from a fifth-floor window. High Rise building fires present many challenges to firefighters. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Extinguish North Side Fire Published on January 10, 2023 Syracuse Firefighters were called to the area of Highland St near Graves St. They located, confined, and extinguished a fire at 107 Graves St. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Perform Rope Rescue Published on January 09, 2023 Firefighters responded to a report of a person that had fallen from the Dickerson St. bridge near S. Clinton Street, into Onondaga Creek. Firefighters from Stations 1 and 6 responded. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Extinguish House Fire Published on December 23, 2022 Syracuse firefighters were called to the 200 block of Mather Street for a fire on an enclosed front porch. The fire displaced five occupants. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to Reported Fire at Icon Towers Published on December 17, 2022 Syracuse firefighters arrived to smoke coming from windows on the 10th floor. Additional firefighters were called to the scene as fires in highrise buildings are labor intensive. The building's sprinkler system was active and assisted with extinguishing the fire. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Called to Kitchen Fire Published on December 14, 2022 Syracuse firefighters were alerted by the 911 Center to a possible house fire in the 400 block of 2nd North Street. There was a fire in the second-floor apartment's kitchen. The fire was contained to the kitchen. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Extinguish Tractor Trailer Fire Published on December 12, 2022 A tractor-trailer caught fire Monday morning. The fire was on NB I-81 over E. Adams St. Rush hour traffic was affected as SFD units were on the scene for almost two hours to extinguish the fire and ensure public safety. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to Fire on Putnam St Published on November 21, 2022 Hoarding conditions create extra challenges for Syracuse Firefighters during a fire in the 200 block of Putnam St. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to Fire on Near Westside Published on November 15, 2022 An early morning fire in a single-story house in the 400 block of Marcellus Street. Firefighters from Station 5 were first on scene. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Respond to Fire on Northside Published on November 08, 2022 Syracuse Firefighters responded to a reported house on fire near the intersection of Lemoyne Ave and 2nd North Street. Heavy clutter and structural compromises created additional problems for the firefighters working to extinguish the basement fire. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Three Haz-Mat Incidents Last Week; Team Deployed to Solvay Published on November 08, 2022 Syracuse firefighters were called to three different hazardous materials calls last week. One included a deployment outside the City of Syracuse as SFD Hazmat is part of the Regional Hazmat Response Team. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Responds to Two Fires this Morning Published on November 04, 2022 Syracuse firefighters rushed to the scene of the fire and made every effort to save the lives of trapped residents and extinguish the fire quickly. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Responds to Fire on Halloween Published on November 01, 2022 Syracuse Firefighters responded to a reported fire in the 100 block of Bradford Street. Neighbors reported the family were in the home. Multiple crews performed various searches to confirm no one was home while other crews were extinguishing a large volume of fire. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Three Fires Keep SFD Busy Over the Weekend Published on October 31, 2022 Syracuse Fire was called to three fires throughout the city between Friday and Monday morning. Two fires were on the Northside, and one was on the Westside. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Responds to 300 Block of Douglas Street Published on October 28, 2022 Syracuse firefighters rushed to the scene of the fire and made every effort to save the lives of trapped residents and extinguish the fire quickly. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Recognized at Annual Awards Ceremony Published on September 27, 2022 The Syracuse Fire Department held its annual awards ceremony to highlight Syracuse firefighters’ various heroic, lifesaving, and impactful actions in the past year. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire Alarm Sends Syracuse Firefighters to Apartment Fire on Roney Lane Published on September 26, 2022 Syracuse Firefighters, alerted by a fire alarm, found a fire in an apartment at 108 Roney Lane. The properly operating fire alarm system in the building allowed for early detection and warned the occupants to evacuate. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire Department Responds to Brighton Towers Published on September 20, 2022 Syracuse Fire Department responded to a reported fire alarm activation at Brighton Towers #2 and found a fire in a fifth-floor apartment. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Performs I-81 Overpass Rescue Published on September 17, 2022 Syracuse Firefighters save a woman from an I-81 overpass. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire called to 217 Searlwyn Road Published on September 17, 2022 Syracuse Firefighters extinguished the fire that consumed the porch and parts of the house's first floor at 217 Searlwyn Road. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Responded to the 400 Block of Grant Boulevard Published on September 16, 2022 Syracuse Fire responded to a fire in a two-story, two-family home. Firefighters contained the fire to the exterior of the building. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Haz-Mat Response Team Deployed to Town of DeWitt Published on September 15, 2022 Syracuse Fire Regional Haz-Mat Response Team Deployed to Town of DeWitt; No Hazard to Public Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Called to Rescue Two Trapped 85ft in the Air Published on September 10, 2022 Specially trained Syracuse Firefighters rescued two workers from a boom lift. The boom lift had tipped, and the basket came to rest against Crouse Hospital. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Two Fires in the Near Westside Neighborhood Keep Syracuse Fire Busy Published on September 02, 2022 The Syracuse Fire Department was called to 501 Tully Street. Firefighters still operating on the second floor of 501 Tully Street alerted other firefighters of a house on fire in the 700 block of Tully Street. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Multiple Firefighters Injured at House Fire at 1106 Park Street Published on September 01, 2022 Syracuse Firefighters made an aggressive interior attack to extinguish the fire spreading through the first floor of 1106 Park Street. The conditions changed rapidly, causing one member to jump out a window. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Department Responds to Apartment Fire at Vinette Towers Published on August 27, 2022 Second major fire at Vinette Towers this summer. A sprinkler head in the kitchen area kept the fire in check until firefighters arrived. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Vehicle Crashed into a Building at 401 Butternut Street Published on August 21, 2022 A vehicle crashed into the business at 401 Butternut Street. Three people were injured, and the business had to be checked for structural stability. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Alerted to House Fire in the 100 Block of Mooney Published on August 19, 2022 Firefighters from Station 9 arrived first at a large, detached, two-car garage. The fire threatened many nearby structures. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Fire Department Responds to Reported House Fire on Bellevue Published on August 13, 2022 Early recognition by smoke detectors, a quick call to 911, and the quick response of your Syracuse Fire Department kept the fire at a house in the 1400 block of Bellevue Ave to one room. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Fire Department Responds to Jamesview Apartments Published on August 09, 2022 A fire was reported at 1025 James St. Syracuse Firefighters responded to a fire inside an apartment. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Multiple Calls Send Syracuse Fire Department to Clarendon Heights Published on August 04, 2022 Second Alarm fire brings over sixty firefighters from Syracuse Fire Department to 1500 Ivy Ridge Rd. Firefighters were able to contain the fire to one apartment building. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News
Syracuse Firefighters Alerted to Building Collapse Published on August 02, 2022 The partial collapse of 413 Pond Street affected many surrounding residences. Residents needed to be evacuated, their homes checked, and the collapsed building secured. Tagged as: , Syracuse Fire News