The SLVFD would like to warn snowmobilers, cross country skiers, ice fisherman and anyone that recreates on Lake Flower that there are very dangerous Ice conditions on Lake Flower.

Even during the coldest winters, ice conditions on Lake Flower are always unsafe and extremely unpredictable throughout the winter months. This is due to a steady current that constantly flows under the ice down the ... (Full Story & Photos)

2023 is off to a very busy start as Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department finished its busiest year on record with a total of 434 responses in 2022.

In addition to responding to 434 fire calls, SLVFD members put in over 1000 training hours and countless hours on work details, community service events, and meetings.

We would especially like to thank all our brave volunteer firefighters and paid ... (Full Story & Photos)

The following article and photo's are copied and pasted from the Adirondack Daily Enterprise article dated 1/26/2023 by Aaron Marbone.

SARANAC LAKE — A fire at the Consolidated Electrical Distributors-Twin Electric Supply and ADK Solar building on Broadway in Saranac Lake collapsed the roof of the electrical company building, damaged the nearby Aubuchon hardware store, shot massive towers of flames ... (Full Story & Photos)

The SLVFD was joined today by multiple fire departments from throughout Franklin, Essex, and Clinton Counties to fight a large commercial structure fire. We are so grateful for all the departments and agencies that assisted today. Your service to our community is amazing! Here are some photo's taken today by our SLVFD photographer. Below you can link to the Adirondack Daily Enterprise article ... (Full Story & Photos)

Today, SLVFD member Mary Brown, participated as a torch bearer for The FISU World University Games Torch Relay in Saranac Lake carrying the torch from the Saranac Lake Fire station to the SL adult center. She was one of 12 torch bearers representing various civic organizations in the community. Great job Mary Brown . Thank you for your service...... (Full Story)

What a great time! Please enjoy the video!... (Full Story)

We hope everyone is excited to see Santa! This years lighted Santa Parade is bringing in first responders from throughout our area, as well as other entrants who wish to participate. All of whom will be competing for best decorated truck.

This friendly competition began several years ago, but the pandemic put us on hold for 2020 and 2021. Santa still came by fire truck, but the larger parade ... (Full Story & Photos)

The following article is copied from the Adirondack Daily Enterprise 11/29/2022 by Aaron Marbone:

SARANAC LAKE — A local woman was preparing for a relaxing night in an outdoor backyard sauna on Sunday evening, but she ended up fighting a fire instead.

The Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department responded to 74 Margaret St. at 6:47 p.m. Sunday with two trucks and 12 members. When they arrived, the ... (Full Story & Photos)

The following article is copied from the Adirondack Daily Enterprise 11/29/2022 by Aaron Marbone:

SARANAC LAKE — Christmas music spilled out of the Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department firehouse on Broadway and into the street on Saturday as dozens of locals dropped off gifts for the Holiday Helpers toy drive.

Every year, the program organized by Patti Ploof and Dawn Rogers supplies families in ... (Full Story & Photos)

We at the SLVFD would like to wish all of you a very Happy Thanksgiving. As we usher in the new holiday season we reflect on what we are most thankful for. For us, this includes our family, friends, our fellow volunteers, and of course our generous community. The community that we love to serve and keep safe to the best of our ability.

On Saturday 11/26 from 10am to 2pm we at the SLVFD are opening ... (Full Story & Photos)