Bloomingdale Volunteer Fire Department Inc.

06/17/2026

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE

WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT... South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts between 45 and 55 mph expected.

* WHERE... All of northern New York and most of Vermont, outside of Orange and eastern Windsor Counties.

* WHEN... From 8 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS... Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down with isolated to scattered power outages possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... The strongest winds will be between 9 AM and 1 PM, especially in the northern Champlain Valley and northern slopes of the Adirondacks, with another round of strong winds in northern New York between 3 PM and 8 PM. Fully leafed out trees may result in more tree damage than with similar wind speeds during the colder months of the year.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure outdoor objects.

06/11/2026

Wednesday June 10, 2026 - Bloomingdale - At 11:05 the Bloomingdale Volunteer Fire Department responded to an alarm activation at 792 St. Regis Ave with four members and one truck. It was determined the fire alarm was faulty. All units were back in service at 11:57.

The Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department responded mutual aid to this call as well.

06/06/2026

On Wednesday June 3, 2026 the Bloomingdale Volunteer Fire Department Inc participated in a multi-department boat training. This training prepares all participants for water rescue and boat Opperation.

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06/02/2026

05/21/2026

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05/16/2026

The Officers and Members of the Bloomingdale Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. wish to extend our deepest prayers and heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends, and community of fallen Morrill Firefighter Andrew Cross, who was tragically killed at the MCI in Searsmont yesterday. We also send our thoughts and prayers to everyone who was injured and all those involved.
​To the Searsmont Fire Department and all responding agencies: please know that we stand firmly with you. Though we may not know each of you personally, we are all bound together by the same Brotherhood.
​We are keeping you all in our constant prayers.

05/16/2026

Special Weather Statement

Please check with state and local authorities regarding guidelines for allowed activities...

* The warm air temperatures this weekend in the mid 70s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently only in the mid 40s to mid 50s across Lake Champlain and the smaller lakes and rivers.

* The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. According to the US Coast Guard, when the water temperatures are below 50 degrees, the chance of immediate incapacitation due to cold shock is extremely high. Anyone on small boats, canoes or kayaks should plan accordingly if recreating this weekend and use extreme caution to avoid this threat. Paddle smart from the start and always wear your life
jacket!

* Strong winds are also expected this weekend with gusts 20 to 30 mph from the south. If boating on large bodies of water, these strong winds can increase the likelihood of overturning your boat,canoe or kayak due to increased wave heights.

* Due to recent rain, area rivers continue to run fast with swift water currents. The swift water can easily overturn a kayak or canoe into the frigid river waters. Once in the cold water, the strong currents will make it difficult to reach safety.

05/14/2026

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 - Vermontville - At 17:28 the Bloomingdale Volunteer Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 141 Cold Brook Rd with four trucks and eleven members, finding an electrical outlet burning. Members extinguished the fire and were back in service at 18:38.

The Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department and Paul Smiths-Gabriels Volunteer Fire Department responded mutual aid to this call.

05/14/2026

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 - Onchiota - At 14:48 the Bloomingdale Volunteer Fire Department responded to an electrical fire off the Kushaqua Mud Pond Rd with one truck and nine members. After power was shut off, members extinguished the pole and a small ground fire. All units were back in service at 16:46.

The Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department and Paul Smiths-Gabriels Volunteer Fire Department responded mutual aid to this call.