A Message from the Fire Coordinator
We are now officially into the summer season. As always, with the warmer months comes an increase in population, traffic, and emergency services activity. I want to take this opportunity to thank all of our Emergency Services personnel for your continued dedication and hard work in ensuring that our jobs are done safely and effectively.
Heat Safety Reminder
With hot and humid weather ahead, please make sure to rehab properly during both training and emergency scenes. Stay hydrated, take proper rest breaks, and rotate your personnel to prevent heat-related injuries. The Rehabilitation Team is available for large-scale or prolonged incidents.
For more information on the heat index and safety precautions, visit the Bureau of Fire website.
New Reporting System – NERIS
We are now two months into the transition to the new fire reporting system, NERIS.
All personnel should have active accounts and begin using the system regularly.
The official implementation date is January 1, 2026.
If you are encountering issues, please reach out to BC-3 Jack Halchak.
Training Center Availability
Training courses continue to be posted and announced, with more on the way. The Training Center is available for individual or joint department use.
If your department would like to use the facility, please contact the Training Center at least 2 weeks in advance to reserve time.
Recruitment & Retention Events – Volunteers Needed
The Recruitment and Retention Task Force has secured space at the following community events. We’re asking for your assistance in staffing these outreach booths. We are especially looking for both veteran and newer firefighters who are enthusiastic, professional, and willing to share their experience with potential volunteers.
Event Dates & Locations:
- July 12th – Wurtsboro Street Fair (12:00-5:00PM)
- August 10th – Bagel Festival (9:00AM-4:00PM)
- August 15–17 – Little World’s Fair, Grahamsville
- Fri: 12 PM–11 PM
- Sat: 10 AM–11 PM
- Sun: 9 AM–6 PM
- September 27th – Vet Fest at Sullivan County Community College
To volunteer, please email John.Hauschild@sullivanny.gov or Charles.Rampe@sullivanny.gov with the names and contact information of participating members.
Thank you for all you do.
Thank you, Be Safe
John Hauschild 53-1
Fire Coordinator
