DeWitt Fire District

Are you a volunteer firefighter in New York State attending or planning to attend college near us? Looking for ways to keep your fire and EMS skills and experience fresh while at school? Looking for valuable experience towards a fire or EMS career? Check out our student … [Read more...]

With the return to school over the next few days, the increase of children on and near the roadways can cause increased danger for pedestrians and drivers.  Please observe the following safety rules and tips on how to drive near school buses:Be aware of the peak school commuting … [Read more...]

A PUBLIC HEARING will be held at 600 p.m. at the DeWitt Fire Station 4500 E. Genesee St. DeWitt New York 13214 in the Town of DeWitt State of New York on Tuesday the 20th day of October 2015.Pursuant to Town Law 105 the Board of Fire Commissioners must hold a public hearing on … [Read more...]

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October 4-10 is National Fire Prevention Week While fire safety is a year-round priority each year we take time during the first week in October to emphasize the importance of fire safety and prevention. Join us at the fire station on Sunday October 4 between 1 and 4 pm for … [Read more...]

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The DeWitt Fire District announced the successful sale by the Fire District of 6605000 Fire District Refunding Serial Bonds 2015 on June 25 2015. The Bonds were issued to refinance the outstanding principal balance of Fire District bonds that were issued in 2007 in order to … [Read more...]

Friday may turn out to be another very active day across our region with severe thunderstorms and flash flooding concerns from the mid afternoon well into the evening hours.A Tornado Watch has been issued many Central New York counties including Onondaga until 3 am. A tornado … [Read more...]

We often see the image of Smokey Bear and quickly relate it to our national parks. Outdoor fire safety is not only important in remote forested areas but in our suburban areas as well. A small mulch or brush fire can easily spread out of control and expose structures.A red flag … [Read more...]

pInterested in learning what it takes to be a volunteer firefighter Stop by the fire station this coming Sunday for a recruitment open house from 10am-4pm. Personnel will be conducting tours orientations and speaking to prospective members about what we offer and expect. This is … [Read more...]

As the weather changes and our thoughts turn towards lawn clean-up and landscaping. wed like to remind all residents that open burning is not permitted. Be careful of ignition sources near combustible materials outdoors and use approved outdoor cooking devices … [Read more...]

With the start of our typical CNY winter weather plenty of fire hydrants are buried in snow. While DFD crews are out trying to clear all the fire hydrants in the fire district we are asking for your help. Please do your part to keep the closest fire hydrant to your home … [Read more...]

For many years in the past we brought Santa through the community on a fire truck to greet children during the holiday season. For the second year we will be inviting all to the fire station on Sunday December 14 between 11 am and 2 pm. Stop by have some cookies with Santa and … [Read more...]

As we approach the holiday season lets make sure safety is on our minds. The holidays bring various traditions and observances which can turn disastrous if we arent careful. Be sure to stop in or give us a call if you have any questions about holiday safety. … [Read more...]