The name of our little town, Saranac “Lake” is quite fitting. Our response area, the Adirondacks in general as well as the area’s bordering the Saint Lawrence Seaway and Lake Champlain are filled with lakes, ponds, and rivers which bring a host of people living, working, and recreating on those waterways. Every year we are called on to respond to water and ice Rescues. In the year 2022 the SLVFD ... (Full Story & Photos)

In keeping with this years winter carnival theme “Roman Around Carnival” We know that such famous venues as the Colosseum and Circus Maximus of Rome would host events involving magnificent processions, exotic animals, gladiator battles, chariot races, executions and even mock naval battles. But here in Saranac Lake our venue is the newly refurbished Civic Center and instead of gladiators, firefighters ... (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)