Town of Colton · St. Lawrence County, New York Colton Volunteer Fire Department Since 1890
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Colton Volunteer Fire Department

Fire protection and a rescue squad for Colton and South Colton, St. Lawrence County, New York.

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In the month of October the Colton Volunteer Fire Department responded to 8 Fire Calls 👩🏻‍🚒👨🏻‍🚒🚒 and 40 rescue calls 🚑⚕



Colton Volunteer Fire Department, November 01

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Photo: Going over the new engine E-10

Going over the new engine E-10



Colton Volunteer Fire Department, October 19

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Photo: The Colton Volunteer Fire Department cares about keeping you safe, not only in your home and community, but online as well

The Colton Volunteer Fire Department cares about keeping you safe, not only in your home and community, but online as well



Colton Volunteer Fire Department, October 16

That’s why we’ve partnered with the New York State Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection to host a presentation on Stop, Think, Verify: How to Recognize and Avoid Scams.

Join us on October 22 at 6:00 p.m. at the Colton Fire Department for a presentation by Carl Ferrero. The class will cover wellness, investment, romance, and identity theft scams, how to recognize the warning signs, ... (Full Story & Photos)

In the month of September the Colton Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department responded to 12 fire 👩🏻‍🚒 🚒 calls and 34 rescue 🚑 calls



Colton Volunteer Fire Department, October 03

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Photo: A little nighttime vehicle extrication training with Pierrepont

A little nighttime vehicle extrication training with Pierrepont



Colton Volunteer Fire Department, September 15

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In the month of August the Colton Volunteer Fire and Rescue squad responded to 30 rescue 🚑 and 11 fire 🚒 calls



Colton Volunteer Fire Department, September 04

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Photo: The Colton Volunteer Fire Department is proud to announce the launch of our Free First Responder Academy for youth ages 12–16

The Colton Volunteer Fire Department is proud to announce the launch of our Free First Responder Academy for youth ages 12–16



Colton Volunteer Fire Department, August 17

The academy will give participants an opportunity to explore the world of emergency services through engaging, hands-on activities. They will develop basic first responder skills while learning about fire safety and prevention, emergency medical care, critical thinking, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving.

The academy is open to young people with all interests and future goals. Participants ... (Full Story & Photos)
Photo: Colton Rescue Annual Golf Tournament

Colton Rescue Annual Golf Tournament



August 04

The Colton Volunteer Fire and Rescue is hosting our 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament.

Funds raised to support Rescue equipment upgrades/training.
We will be transitioning to a paramedic level rescue squad.

August 29th
Registration at 8am
Shotgun start at 9am

Cost $340 per team
Includes 18 holes, cart, lunch, and T-shirt

Prizes:
1st place: $340
2nd place: $150
Door prizes, 50/50, closest putt ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Incident Count

Incident Count
Month Rescue Fire
January 20 20
February 19 6
March 17 11
April 28 11
May 25 5
June 24 16
July 41 15
August 30 11
September 34 12
October 40 8
Total 278 115
A 1936 Dodge fire truck
1936 Dodge
Since 1890

From the bucket brigade

  1. 1890Supervisor M. B. Hawley buys a used hand pumper from Potsdam for $300. Eight to ten men on each side work its rails.
  2. 1894The Colton Board of Supervisors establishes the first fire district.
  3. 1900Fire at the Empire Exchange Hotel: the hand pumper is drawn onto the river ice above the bridge and drafts through a hole in the ice.
  4. 1901The old Carding Mill is moved onto the Henry Dun lot and becomes the Engine House at Gustin Square.
  5. 1915By-laws are drafted and the first fire company, twelve members strong, elects Eugene Moore as Chief.
Our History
80 Riverside Drive

Community Room

Free for Colton and South Colton taxpayers: family gatherings, birthday parties, meetings and trainings, with a kitchen, tables and chairs. Requests at least 30 days ahead.

Community Room Buildings
  • Members at the 2014 Memorial Day parade
  • Fire Prevention Week visit to a classroom
  • A vehicle extrication demonstration
  • Fireman of the Year award ceremony 2014

Become a member

Interior firefighter, EMT or scene support: every member fills a vital role, and we provide the training and equipment. Young adults ages 16 and 17 can join as a Restricted Access Member (RAM).

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