Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Co.

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Commercial Fire Alarm

Monday, February 9, 2026 (6:42 pm): FIRE ALARM ACTIVATION - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was toned-out for a a fire alarm activation on Bridge Street in the village.

The Perth Volunteer Fire Company was also toned-out for Automatic Mutual Aid. It was determined to be a false alarm.

Motor Vehicle Collision

Monday, February 9, 2026 (12:02 pm) - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was toned-out for a Motor Vehicle Accident on West Main Street between Second & Third Avenues in the village.

It came in as a car into a snowbank, possible medical event.

Fulton County Fire Dispatch then advised Broadalbin to disregard the call.

Motor Vehicle Collision - Rollover

Saturday, February 7, 2026 (10:29 pm) - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was toned-out for a Motor Vehicle Accident (1-car rollover) on County Highway 107 at Crooked Street in the Town of Broadalbin. Units responded.

Police and Lake Valley also responded.

Motor Vehicle Collision

Friday, February 6, 2026 (6:38 pm) - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was toned-out for a Motor Vehicle Collision/Personal Injury on State Highway 29 at County Highway 138 (Eagle Mills Road) in the Town of Broadalbin. Units responded.

Police and Lake Valley EMS also responded. BKFC Fire Police closed down traffic on Route 29 at the eastern and western terminuses of Old State Road and Route 138 at the Old State Road cross intersection.

The initial call came in for a 2-Car MVA, but upon arrival, a BKFC Incident Commander advised dispatch there were three vehicles involved, and minor injuries.

Commercial Fire Alarm

Friday, February 6, 2026 (12:57 pm) - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was toned-out for another fire alarm activation on Union Mills Road in the Town of Broadalbin. Units responded.

It was reported as a heat detector in the garage, called through the alarm company.

Commercial Fire Alarm

Friday, February 6, 2026 (10:48 am) - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was toned-out for fire alarm activation on Union Mills Road in the Town of Broadalbin. Units responded.

It was reported as a heat detector in the garage. Upon arrival a BKFC Incident Commander advised "nothing showing". Other BKFC First Responders were told to standby at the firehouse.

Motor Vehicle Collision

Thursday, February 5, 2026 (4:55 pm) - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was toned-out for a 2-car Motor Vehicle Accident on State Highway 30 in the Town of Mayfield. Units responded.

Police and Lake Valley EMS were also dispatched.

Carbon Monoxide Alarm

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 (11:17 pm): CO ALARM ACTIVATION - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was toned-out for a CO alarm going off at a residence on Honeywell Corners Road in the Town of Broadalbin. Units responded.

It was reported that there were no symptoms and occupants were evacuating. Upon arrival a BKFC Incident Commander confirmed a CO condition in the residence and requested a re-tone for air pack qualified members.

The Perth Volunteer Fire Company was toned-out for Mutual Aid to send air pack qualified firefighters to the scene. Lake Valley EMS also responded.

A Multigas Meter was used to measure carbon monoxide levels.

EMS Assist

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 (7:43 am) - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was called to provide EMS Assistance on Goodemote Road in the Town of Broadalbin. Units responded.

Lake Valley EMS was also dispatched. The Fulton County Emergency Management Office also responded to the scene.

Commercial Fire Alarm

Monday, February 2, 2026 (4:01 pm) - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was toned-out for Automatic Mutual Aid with the Perth Volunteer Fire Company due to a fire alarm activation at the Broadalbin-Perth School on County Highway 107 in the Town of Perth. Units responded.

A Perth Incident Commander advised it was a false alarm due to maintenance.

Surface Ice Rescue

Sunday, February 1, 2026 (5:43 pm) - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was toned-out for an Ice Rescue after a report of a snowmobile accident on the Great Sacandaga Lake near the Broadalbin Boat Launch in the Town of Broadalbin. Units responded.

The Mayfield Fire Department and Northville Fire Department were both toned-out for Mutual Aid. Police and Lake Valley EMS were also called to the scene.

It was reported there was a snowmobile that hit an ice sheet and one patient, wearing a helmet, hit her head and lost consciousness. Upon arrival a BKFC Incident Commander advised everyone was off the ice and on the shore.

The Edinburg Volunteer Fire Company was asked to provide Mutual Aid and LifeNet was contacted to check the availability of a medical helicopter.

All Mutual Aid was then canceled and Broadalbin units were advised to respond non-emergency.

Structure Fire

Saturday, January 31, 2026 (8:48 pm) - The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was toned-out for a Structure Fire on County Highway 155 in the Town of Mayfield. Units responded.

The Perth Volunteer Fire Company was also toned-out for Mutual Aid. Police and Lake Valley EMS were also dispatched.

A BKFC Incident Commander relayed it was a problem with a pellet stove. Other units were advised to downgrade their response.

A chimney box was brought in to clean out the stove.

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Congratulations 2026 Officers!

Congratulations 2026 Officers! Chief: Bill Robinson Asst. Chief: Archie Rose 2nd Asst. Chief: Rob Lindsay 1st Captain: Ron Miller 2nd Captain: Tim Chace Lieutenant: Grant Rauch Lieutenant: Dan Sowle Lieutenant: Megan Sherman Lieutenant: Maria Oakden Lieutenant: Kathy Rauch Lieutenant: Dave Sherman Safety Officer: Bob Wells Accountability: Michelle Robbins Fire Police Chief: Bob Zurlo President: Bob Wells Vice President: Megan Sherman Secretary: Kathy Rauch Treasurer: Bob Zurlo Asst. Treasurer: Deb Wells

Accepting Sealed Bids

1997 Ford F250 HD Gas with 7.5' Myers plow. Vehicle currently as 24,400 which will increase as the vehicle is still in service. Condition average for year and miles. Minimum bid starts @ $7,500. Sealed bids are being accepted until 3/9/26 at 7pm. Payment is to be by certified bank check payable to Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company. Any questions contact (518) 883-3611 and ask for Rob or Tim. You can also Email Contact@BroadalbinFire.com. Mail bid to PO Box 295 “1997 Ford F250” Broadalbin, N.Y. 12025 or in person including bidder name, phone number, and bid amount.

Accepting Sealed Bids

2001 Ford Excursion V10 Gas. Vehicle currently as 34,035 which will increase as the vehicle is still in service. Condition average for year and miles. Minimum bid starts @ $5,000. (Lettering, lights & siren will be removed by BKFC unless going to another fire service. Mobile radio not included.) Sealed bids are being accepted until 3/9/26 at 7pm. Payment is to be by certified bank check payable to Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company. Any questions contact (518) 883-3611 and ask for Rob or Tim. You can also Email Contact@BroadalbinFire.com. Mail bid to PO Box 295 “2001 Ford Excursion” Broadalbin, N.Y. 12025 or in person including bidder name, phone number, and bid amount.

Members Receive Training

Members of the Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company passed NYS IFO (Interior Firefighting Operations) training on Tuesday, November 18th. IFO training is a New York State certification course for firefighters who have completed the BEFO (Basic Exterior Firefighting Operations) course. This advanced training prepares them to operate as an interior-structural firefighter, performing tasks inside burning buildings by covering use of SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) and related interior skills. The IFO course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training to meet State and Federal standards for interior firefighting. Congratulations to BKFC Firefighters: Paula Burke, Austin Larimore, Lola Robinson, and Matt Wilson!

Help Wanted! Apply Within

All volunteer fire departments need help. We’ve heard all the excuses. I can’t commit to (fill in the blank), I’m not always available, I’m too young/old, I don’t know anything about it... They are just excuses. We are all volunteers. We can when we can and we can’t when we can’t. This is an incredible job you get paid for in ways that aren’t money. If you’ve ever thought about it, contact the Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company. The hardest part is taking the initiative to look into it. We all live in the communities we serve. How can you make a difference? Visit the BKFC firehouse any Monday at 7pm, 14 Pine Street, Broadalbin OR call 518-883-3611 OR email us: BKFCRecruit@gmail.com

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Lolalynn Robinson & Matt Wilson for accomplishing BEFO (Basic Exterior Firefighting Operations) Training. Both will be advancing to IFO (Interior Firefighting Operations) starting this coming week.

9/11 Memorial Ceremony

The local community, and people from the surrounding area, joined the Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company for their Annual 9/11 Memorial on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at the BKFC firehouse. First Assistant Chief Archie Rose was Master of Ceremonies. The remembrance began at 7PM with a procession of BKFC members, Color Guard, The American Legion, BKFC Fire Auxiliary, Boy Scout Troop #51, and members of other local fire companies. A rendition of our national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner", was performed by Aryiana Straw. Broadalbin Mayor Steven Murray, Fulton County Sheriff Richard Giardino, and NYS Assemblyman Robert Smullen were guest speakers. "A Fireman's Prayer" was read to those in attendance by BKFC Chaplain Keith Bartholoma. A "Last Call" was toned-out for fallen firefighters. A ceremonial flag was donated by the Pifko Family in memory of Captain George Pifko, Sr. (FDNY). BKFC members Frank Volpe and Brian Hayes lowered the state and firefighter flags. The flag hand off was handled by BKFC Accountability Officer Michelle Robbins (retired FDNY Lieutenant). "Taps" was performed by Broadalbin-Perth High School Music Teacher Mike Graves. The tolling of the bell was handled by BKFC Fire Police Chief Bob Zurlo. A presentation of wreaths, donated by Lori Piska, was conducted by BKFC firefighters Jack Brownell and Jason Flego, Robert Lee Walsh American Legion Post #337 Commander Michael Cadoret and John A. Baird VFW Post #8690 Commander Dave Becker, and Sheriff Giardino and Undersheriff Dan Izzo. The memorial ended with a candle lighting ceremony conducted by the Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Auxiliary, while those in attendance sang "God Bless America" along with singer Isabella Hanson. At the conclusion of the ceremony, guests were invited to enjoy refreshments provided by the Auxiliary in the fire company meeting room. Special thanks to Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company member Michelle Robbins for organizing the memorial, and to all those that worked hard to make it all come together. Lest we forget...

NYS Association of Fire Chiefs Scholarship

The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company was represented with the Firefighters Association of the State of New York on Thursday, June 5th. BKFC Junior Firefighter Brady Cotter received a scholarship from the NYS Association of Fire Chiefs. Congratulations, Brady!

New Members

The B.K.F.C. members welcome three new members! Junior Firefighters Victoria Montgomery, Juliana Pacheco, and Probationary Firefighter Matthew Wilson. Thank you for your interest in the fire service and helping your local community in times of need.

The New 212 is Ready!

THE NEW #212 IS READY FOR THE CALL! The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company has officially put the new #212 truck into service. A call went out for hands to change over from the old #212 AND move additional tools and equipment from #211. More than 20 BKFC Members showed up to get the job done! May she be in service to our community for many years to come...

New 212 Training

BKFC DRIVER/OPERATOR TRAINING The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company conducted training at the firehouse on Monday, March 17th. BKFC members worked on driver training and more pump training on the new fire apparatus. In addition to becoming familiar with the operations of the new rig, getting practical training on pumping water to other apparatus and from portable ponds ensures firefighters are prepared to get the most efficient results when it's most essential in a live situation. Our people continually train to serve our community in the best way possible.

New Truck!

The Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Company took delivery of a new truck on Saturday, March 8, 2025. The assigned unit number will be #212. The old 212 has been in service for about twenty years. It was a 2005 HME 1871 Series Engine Tank Apparatus. The NEW 212 will be the 25th vehicle purchased in the history of the fire company, as indicated by the No. 25 showing on the rig. The new ride is a 2024 HME 1871 Series with a 6-man cab. The truck has a 1,000 Gal. tank. A 1,500 GPM (Gallons Per Minute) Hale Side-Mount Pump, "Deck Gun", 6 MSA G1 Air Packs, 5 Spare Bottles, 100' of 1 3/4" Hose (Trashline), 750' of 2 1/2" Hose, 800' of 1 3/4" Hose, 1,000' of 4" Hydrant Lay, and her duties include primary pumper for structure fires and alarm activations. The old truck was put up for sale, and has a deposit on it. It will live on as a useful piece of equipment for another fire company. Special thanks to Erin Maxon and his crew at Millertown Garage for making it happen, AND to the BKFC Truck Committee responsible for securing the new apparatus to serve our community.

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