Early Saturday morning on October 14, 2017 the East Herkimer Fire Department assisted Middleville Fire Department, along with multiple area departments, at the scene of a major structure fire at the Herkimer Diamond Mines.
It is with deepest regrets we announce the passing of Firefighter Robert Fitch. Robert served as a volunteer firefighter of the East Herkimer Fire Department for 7 years. At the time of his death, he was our Safety Officer. Robert also held previous positions in the department; Vice President and Board of Directors. Robert passed away on November 28, 2017, after responding to a rescue call the night before on November 27, 2017.
Robert was a man who gave freely and generously of his time to those in need. Robert will be sadly missed by his brothers and sisters of the East Herkimer Fire Department and all those who were fortunate enough to have known him.
East Herkimer Volunteer Fire Department Memorial Parade on May 22, 2017.
Talk to your family about what you should do if there is a fire. Adults 65+ are 2.6x more likely to die in fires. Help an older adult in your life plan & practice a fire escape plan. Practice you fire escape plan at least twice a year.
Source and link: U.S. Fire Administration
Reminder to all Town of Herkimer residents that the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation has banned all burning of brush and similar materials from March 16 through May 14. Permits for burning will not be issued during this period for the Town of Herkimer. Anyone that plans on burning brush within the NYS DEC guidelines after May 14 must apply for a permit at the Town of Herkimer Offices located at 114 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer. A Town of Herkimer Fire Warden will visit the proposed burn location and review it for safety prior to the issuance of a permit.
Thank you for preventing unnecessary fire department responses this spring!
Burn Ban Reduces Wildfire Risks, Protects Lives and Property. For questions and answers regarding open burning please see link below:
http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/58519.html