06/10/2026
Carnival may be over, but the training never stops. Each year after the rides leave, our firefighters conduct a pump operations drill by drafting water from the Erie Canal, transferring it through our apparatus, and wetting down the Carnival grounds. It’s a great opportunity for our pump operators to sharpen their skills and practice moving large volumes of water from a source other than a hydrant.
This training is especially important since portions of our district do not have fire hydrants and rely on alternative water sources during emergencies. The Erie Canal is one of those critical water sources, and drills like this help ensure we’re ready when it matters most.