Syracuse Fire Dept

We are an all-hazards ISO Class 1 fire department proudly serving a pop. of 145,000 citizens in 25 square miles. To report an emergency: contact 911.

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Remembering First Assistant Chief Charles Boynton, who died in the line of duty 87 years ago. He bravely led efforts during the Collins Block Fire and passed from a heart attack shortly after returning home on Feb 6, 1939. #SyracuseFire

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On this day 87 years ago, the Syracuse Fire Department lost Acting Chief Thomas Dugan, Lt. Albert Young, Lt. Raymond Bauder, Lt. David Lavine, FF Frank Kerlin, FF Gregory Dixon, FF James Diamond, and FF John Agan were killed in a building collapse. #syracusefire

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On this day 58 years ago, Lieutenant James McSweeney died in the line of duty. Lt. McSweeney of Truck 4 died after working at a vacant house fire at 1550 E. Genesee Street.

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On this day 27 years ago, Firefighter James McGroarty lost his life in the line of duty. A tragic accident occurred while he was investigating a fire at 701-703 N. McBride St. #SyracuseFire

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On this day 82 years ago, FF George Neat died in the line of duty. FF Neat suffered a heart attack brought on by overexertion and smoke while operating a structure fire at the five-story Hartson Apartment Building at West Onondaga and Seymour Streets. #syracusefire

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On this day 55 years ago, Firefighter Michael Ludwig died in the line of duty. FF Ludwig of Truck 6 died when an aerial boom collapsed at a three-alarm fire.

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On this day 65 years ago, Lieutenant Albert Schrempf died in the line of duty. Lt. Schrempf, a member of Truck 1, died of a heart attack induced by smoke inhalation while working at a fire at 108 Lincoln Ave.

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On this day, 75 years ago, Lieutenant William Egan died in the line of duty. Lt. Egan and another firefighter from Truck 2 were working to ventilate the roof of 208-216 W Genesee St. when the roof gave way, and Lt. Egan fell into the burning building.

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On this day, 129 years ago, Firefighter James Murphy of Hook and Ladder No. 1 tragically lost his life in the line of duty. He was involved in a collision while responding to an alarm. #SyracuseFire

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On this day, 71 years ago, Firefighter William Cadier died in the line of duty. FF Cadier was assigned to Engine 11, and at 64 years old, he was the oldest Syracuse firefighter. He died of a heart attack while working at a fire scene.

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Today, we remember Firefighter Michael Rogers of Chemical Co. No. 1, who died 138 years ago while serving the Syracuse Fire Department. He was tragically injured when a horse collar became unhooked, and he was pulled from his seat. #SyracuseFire

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The Syracuse Fire Department is actively seeking new recruits.

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On this day 51 years ago, Captain James DiGenova died in the line of duty. Capt. DiGenova of Engine 2 was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital for chest pains following a fire at 104 Ballard Ave earlier in the month.

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On this day 89 years ago, Captain Martin Dwyer died in the line of duty. Captain Dwyer suffered a heart attack brought on by smoke inhalation and exertion while working at a fire at the Burnet Park barn. #syracusefire

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On this day in 1841, a devastating fire erupted at a carpenter's shop on the Oswego Canal, leading to a deadly explosion. Tragically, 30 lives were lost, including Syracuse firefighters Hugh T. Gibson, Joel Kohlhammer, and Ezra M. Hough. #syracusefire

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July 13, 1898, while returning from a two-alarm fire at Zett's Brewery at the corner of Court and Lodi streets, FF Frank Yann was thrown from Hook and Ladder No. 2. He passed from his injuries 127 years ago today, on July 15, 1898. #syracusefire

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66 years ago, we lost Firefighter Enrico Vendetti of Engine 6 and Lt. Robert McCarthy of Engine 7 in the line of duty. Their engines collided while responding to a fire at 608 S. Townsend St. #SyracuseFire

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On this day 36 years ago, Captain Norman Rowe died in the line of duty. Captain Rowe of Truck 2 died of a heart attack while operating a structure fire at 1412 N Salina Street.

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Heat Alert! Stay safe in this heatwave!

- Drink water, even if you’re not thirsty.
- Stay indoors from 11am–4pm.
- Use A/C or find shade.
- Never leave pets in parked cars.
- Check on the elderly & kids.
- Avoid outdoor burning.

Let’s beat the heat together!

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Happy Juneteenth from the Syracuse Fire Department.
Today, we reflect on the importance of freedom, equality, and progress.