Veteran firefighter and President of the Putnam Lake Fire Department, Marco Farciert, sat down with us to discuss the importance of properly numbering your home address. Farciert, who has been with the department for over 15 years, stressed the critical role that clear and visible home addresses play in emergency situations.

"In an emergency, every second counts," Farciert emphasized. "When first ... (Full Story & Photos)

With cold winter nights approaching, the Putnam Lake Fire Department is urging residents to be cautious when using electric space heaters in their homes. In this interview, Captains Kevin Harkins and TJ Atkinson will discuss the importance of properly using these heating devices.

Harkins stressed the importance of keeping electric space heaters at a safe distance from flammable materials such as ... (Full Story & Photos)

Putnam Lake, NY - With the recent cold snap hitting the region, many residents are eager to get out and enjoy the winter weather. While walking on frozen lakes might seem like a fun and harmless activity, it can actually be extremely dangerous. To shed some light on this issue, we sat down with Michael Gagliardo, Chief of the Putnam Lake Fire Department, to discuss the risks associated with walking ... (Full Story & Photos)

Join us for a festive evening at the Putnam Lake Fire Department's annual holiday parade and tree lighting event! On Saturday December 7th at 730pm, the community will gather to enjoy a colorful parade featuring fire trucks adorned with twinkling lights, marching bands playing holiday tunes, and even a visit from Santa Claus himself. After the parade, we will come together to light the beautiful Christmas ... (Full Story & Photos)

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is a silent and deadly threat that every household should be aware of. In recent news, a family of five in Texas was hospitalized after being exposed to high levels of carbon monoxide in their home. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of having carbon monoxide detectors installed in every household.

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless ... (Full Story & Photos)