1. Kidde Recalls Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms Due to Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a … [Read more...]
Farewell to Ken Posson
The Carman Fire Department is sad to announce the passing of Past Chief and Life Member, Ken Posson. Ken served many positions in the department as well as in many capacities for the Schenectady County Office of Emergency Services. His advanced thinking inspired many … [Read more...]
A New Year Means New Beginnings
As we enter a new year the members of the Carman Fire Department wish to thank those members who served as officers last year and wish good luck to those who will be serving this year. May the upcoming year be filled with excitement, learning and most importantly, safety. … [Read more...]
Santa Claus is Coming to Town and he’s Riding a Fire Truck
Once again this year Carman Fire Department members will be chauffeuring Santa around our district. This year the run will be December 9 and 10. Due to the increase in popularity, we cannot predict times for each neighborhood. Therefore, listen for the sirens and music and … [Read more...]
One at a Time
On August 28th Carman responded to an auto accident with possible entrapment. First arriving units found one vehicle on its roof and the other with substantial front end damage. Fortunately there were only minor injuries to the drivers. However both vehicles didn't fare so … [Read more...]
Golfing with Friends
On August 26th members of the Carman Fire Department were joined by members of the Ft Hunter Fire Department for a day of golfing at Stadium Golf course. A great time was had by all as we had the chance to mingle with our brothers from down the road. Congratulations to all who … [Read more...]
Sad News from Carman Fire Department
It is with great sadness that the Carman Fire Department announces the passing of John A Nuzback. John held many positions at CFD including Chief and most recently Commissioner. Please join our family in keeping the Nuzback family in your thoughts and prayers during … [Read more...]
Carman is at it Again
On Thursday June 29, members once again practiced RV fires. This time foam was used in suppression efforts. Hopefully we won't need these skills this summer. Drive safe everyone. … [Read more...]
Wires Down
On June 26, members of the Carman Fire Department were dispatched to six calls in the period of 30 minutes due to various power outages. The biggest event occurred when primary lines came down in the front yard of a house causing quite the show. First arriving units found the … [Read more...]
Summer Vacation Preparing
On Thursday June 15th the Carman FD prepared for the upcoming travel season by training to extinguish RV fires. We had three evolutions simulating engine, bedroom and living area fires. The training, although valuable, will hopefully not be needed. Safe travels this summer. … [Read more...]
The Wheels on the Bus Go …
On June 12 Car 138 assisted with traffic control on a minor bus malfunction. No one was injured and the bus was removed after a short delay. … [Read more...]
And the Winner Is …
On Saturday June 10, the Carman Fire Department held its annual Chief's Inspection. Each rig was meticulously cleaned and detailed during May and inspected in June . After much poking and opening the inspectors declared R-134 the winner. Special thanks to Rotterdam District … [Read more...]
Hometown Hero
Join the members of the Carman Fire Department and the City of Schenectady in Honoring "Hometown Hero" Richard Farry. Rich was born in Schenectady and proudly served Rotterdam as a member of the Carman Fire Department. Rich served in many capacities including Chief, President … [Read more...]
On Monday, May 1 the Carman Fire Department responded to a report of a basement fire on Fiero Ave. Arriving nit were met with the smell of burning plastic. Upon investigation, crews found an overheat sump pump that had started to burn it's casing. A very special thank you to the … [Read more...]
New Life Member
The Carman Fire Department is proud to bestow Life Membership on Tom Zarecki. After 50+ years of service, Tom has decided to move on to the next phase of his career with the department. During his first 50+ years Tom has served the department in all major categories and we are … [Read more...]
