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The Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department (SLVFD) is an independent volunteer organization that provides fire protection and emergency response services.

The department is composed of dedicated volunteer firefighters and five Village-employed Fire Drivers, providing emergency response 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Together, they protect the lives, property, and safety of residents.

A Partnership in Public Safety

Providing fire protection in Saranac Lake is a partnership between the Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department and the Village of Saranac Lake.

The Volunteer Fire Department is an independent volunteer organization whose members respond to fires, vehicle accidents, rescue incidents, hazardous materials emergencies, alarms, and other requests for service.

The Village of Saranac Lake proudly supports the department by employing five Fire Drivers. Through the Village's annual budget, funding is also provided for apparatus replacement, equipment, training support, facility maintenance, and other operational needs.

This partnership combines the dedication of volunteer service with the resources and operational support of municipal government, helping ensure the department remains ready to respond whenever the community needs it.

Service Area

The Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department serves:

  • Village of Saranac Lake

  • Town of Harrietstown

  • Town of North Elba

  • Town of St. Armand

In addition to responding to emergencies, the department conducts fire prevention and public education programs, participates in community events, provides mutual aid to neighboring fire departments, and continually trains to meet the evolving needs of the communities it serves.

Join Us

The Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department is always looking for individuals who are interested in serving their community.

For more information visit the Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department.

EMERGENCY PHONE: 911

Office Phone: 518-891-2333


Head Fire Driver

Richard Yorkey

Email: [email protected]

Fire Chief

Michael Knapp

Email: [email protected] 


 Location:

100 Broadway Street

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Hours of Operation: 

24/7