DeWitt Fire District

09/11/2026

Pleased to join East Syracuse Fire Department and DeWitt Police Department at the Town of DeWitt Annual 9/11 Observance this evening. May we never forget the meaning of this solemn day and the sacrifices made by so many.

09/02/2026

Several severe weather notices are in place for the area. Please stay tuned to news outlets for the latest information, adjust activities accordingly and be safe.

09/02/2026

The DeWitt Fire District wishes everyone a safe and successful new school year! As schools re-open over the next several days, we remind students, teachers, parents and drivers to make safety part of every day.

08/28/2026

07/27/2026

On July 27, 2026, at 10:26 a.m. DeWitt fire units were dispatched to a possible biological incident in the Orvilton neighborhood. Regional hazardous materials response resources from the Syracuse Fire Department were requested to the scene. The substance was isolated to the building with no danger to the public at any time. Hazardous materials specialists made entry into the building to identify the substance. The substance was tested and verified to pose no hazard.

In addition to DeWitt and Syracuse fire units, DeWitt Police Department, United States Postal Inspection Service, AMR of Central New York. Onondaga County Department of Emergency Management were also at the scene.

07/15/2026

Smoke conditions from out of state wildfires has started to drift into the area and is expected to increase in concentration for the rest of the week. Poor air quality can be expected throughout this period. Stay inside if possible, particularly if you have respiratory concerns or other health problems.

07/04/2026

Wishing everyone a Happy and Safe 4th of July! Happy Birthday, America!

07/04/2026

Even legal fireworks can be dangerous. Take special precautions to celebrate safely this Fourth of July. The safest way to prevent fireworks-related injuries - or worse - is to leave fireworks dis­plays to the professionals.

07/02/2026

This morning "D" shift responded to Jamesville for a car-building motor vehicle crash.

07/02/2026

In extreme heat your body works extra hard to maintain a normal temperature, which can lead to serious illness. Extreme heat is responsible for the highest number of annual deaths among all weather-related hazards. Take necessary steps to prepare and safely battle the heat! More at ready.gov/heat