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)

The Putnam Lake Fire Department spreads holiday cheer with their annual candy cane run.

For over 25 years, the Putnam Lake Fire Department has been delighting residents with their annual candy cane run. This year was no exception as firefighters hitting the streets in their festively decorated fire trucks to distribute candy canes and holiday greetings to the community.

On a mild Saturday morning, ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Putnam Lake Fire Department successfully hosted their annual Holiday Parade this past weekend, bringing joy and festive cheer to the community.

The parade, which has become a beloved tradition in the area, featured a spectacular display of twinkling lights, colorful floats, and merry music. Families lined the streets, bundled up in their winter coats and hats, eagerly awaiting the arrival of ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Putnam Lake Fire Department has had a busy year, responding to over 600 calls for service in 2023. From fires to medical emergencies, the dedicated volunteers of the department have been on the front lines, ensuring the safety and well-being of the community.

The department, which serves the town of Putnam Lake and surrounding areas, has seen an increase in call volume compared to previous years. ... (Full Story & Photos)

On October 20th the Brewster Fire Dept. along with the New Fairfield Fire Dept. Hosted a multi- dept forcible entry training class.
This class combines classroom discussion with Hands On repetition to reinforce the basic tenants of forcible entry. The classroom portion focuses on 3 types of entry (conventional, thru-the-lock, power tools) and provides the students with insight and experiences dealing ... (Full Story & Photos)