Lorraine Volunteer Fire Company Inc.

04/28/2026

Monday evening we took some time to sharpen our skills on the use of our pump station, drafting operations, hose-line deployment and control, and master stream operations.

During our training event we were dispatched to an outdoor fire on County Route 93 in the Town of Lorraine.

04/28/2026

*Special Request for UTV to Assist Law Enforcement*

At approximately 2:25 p.m. on April 27, Lorraine Fire was requested to assist the New York State Police with our UTV on County Route 95 in the Town of Worth.

Responding Units:
Chief 28-0-1
Rescue 28-6-1
UTV 28-7-1

04/25/2026

*Side-by-Side Rollover Accident with Injuries*

At approximately 5:35 p.m. on April 24th, Lorraine Fire and South Jefferson Rescue Squad were dispatched to a rollover motor vehicle accident with injuries on Waite Road in the Town of Worth.

Lorraine Fire arrived first on scene and our EMT’s provided care to the injured operator. South Jefferson Rescue Squad transported one male operator to Samaritan Medical Center for treatment.

Responding Units:
Rescue 28-6-1
Engine 28-4-1
South Jefferson Rescue Squad
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
New York State Police

04/07/2026

On April 6th, 2026 the Lorraine Volunteer Fire Company Inc. held its annual Election of Officers for 2026-2027.

Fire Chief - Brian Soules
1st Assistant Chief - Stephen Pierson
2nd Assistant Chief - Michael Bellinger

President - Cassie Coscia
Vice President - Theresa Soules
Treasurer - Donald Gould
Secretary - Bilkey Moore
Chaplain - Michael Bellinger

Thank you to the past and current officers and firefighters!

03/28/2026

911 Signs purchase info available on our website, www.lorrainefire.org

03/05/2026

02/19/2026

*Snowmobile Accident with Injuries*

At approximately 10:41 p.m. on February 18th, Lorraine Fire and South Jefferson Rescue Squad were dispatched to a snowmobile accident with injuries involving a snowmobile in the area of 2200 Bice Road in the Town of Worth.

Lorraine Fire arrived on scene and deployed the tracked UTV to locate and extricate the injured operator. The patient was located on Little John Trail in the Town of Worth. Lorraine EMT’s provided a rapid assessment and BLS (Basic Life Support) care, then transported the patient off the trail to South Jefferson Rescue Squads ambulance located on Bice Road.

The patient was transported to Upstate University Hospital with significant injuries.

There are currently no further details on this incident.

Responding units:
Chief 28-0-1
Chief 28-0-2
Rescue 28-6-1
UTV 28-7-1
South Jefferson Rescue Squad
New York State Police
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office

This incident marks the 4th snowmobile accident with significant injuries that Lorraine Fire has responded to this season in our response district. We encourage all riders to ride safe, wear your helmet, stay on marked trails, and slow down—make smart choices so everyone makes it home safely.

Article from 7 News,

Snowmobler suffered ‘significant injuries’ in Jefferson Co. crash, says fire chief https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/19/snowmobler-suffered-significant-injuries-jefferson-co-crash-says-fire-chief/

02/14/2026

Welcome to Matt Seymour, who became a new member this month.

02/05/2026

🚨 WE’RE RECRUITING 🚨
🔥 Lorraine Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. 🔥

Your community needs YOU.

✅ No experience required
✅ Training & gear provided
✅ Serve where you live
✅ Make a real difference

From emergency response to community service, this is more than a call — it’s a commitment.

💪 Step up. Get trained. Answer the call.
📩 Message us today to join Lorraine Fire, or visit our website, www.lorrainefire.org

01/28/2026

Interstate 81 Northbound is currently shut-down at EXIT 40 (Ellisburg Exit) for multiple vehicles off the road on Interstate 81 Northbound in the town of Adams.

Lorraine Fire and Mannsville-Manor Fire are assisting the Adams Fire Department.

Adams Fire Department’s post for additional details.
https://www.facebook.com/share/1CFmLHXZN2/?mibextid=wwXIfr