BAY RIDGE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY INC

Maintains 24/7 operational readiness to respond to over 700 emergency calls annually, including nighttime operations and large-scale incidents requiring coordinated apparatus deployment and mutual aid.

Oversees regular inspection, maintenance, and readiness of all fire apparatus and emergency equipment, including calibration of gas meters and management of firefighter PPE issuance, to ensure operational effectiveness and safety.

Responds to structural fires, including residential and commercial properties, to extinguish flames, conduct overhaul operations, and ensure scene safety. Operates multiple fire engines and engine-tankers equipped with pumps and water tanks to combat fires, particularly in areas without hydrants, and provides mutual aid to neighboring jurisdictions. Examples include responses to fires at 68 Wisconsin Ave and 1 Juniper Drive in Queensbury.

Conducts vehicle extrication, rope rescue, water and ice-surface rescue, and wildland search-and-rescue. Utilizes specialized apparatus including rescue trucks, all-terrain vehicles, and inflatable rescue boats equipped with SCBAs, dive gear, and rope rescue equipment. Conducted an ice rescue 200 feet from shore using the Bay Ridge Rescue Boat and supports marine rescue in collaboration with Warren County Marine Rescue.

Provides logistical and operational support to firefighters during major incidents, including personnel and equipment transport, traffic control, and auxiliary operations using vehicles such as Rescue 124.

Deploys specialized apparatus including Brush 321 and Brush 121 equipped with pumps, water tanks, portable pumps, port-a-ponds, and chainsaws to combat brush and forest fires. Rescue 122 also supports brush fire response with all-terrain mobility and firefighting capabilities.

Responds to hazardous materials incidents as part of emergency operations, utilizing trained personnel and appropriate protective equipment.

Commands fire scene and fireground operations, plans and oversees training exercises, and ensures member safety during emergency responses. Submits required reports to the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control.

Established a fund to assist with funeral expenses following the Harris Fire and later donated remaining funds to WWARC, reflecting a commitment to community support beyond emergency response.

Provides emergency medical treatment as a first-response agency during incidents such as structure fires, stabilizing patients and coordinating transport to hospitals like Glens Falls Hospital. Equips units such as Rescue 123 with EMS supplies and SCBAs to support medical emergencies.

Installed a solar array in 2014 to reduce operational costs and redirect savings toward community service, demonstrating a commitment to environmental and fiscal sustainability.

Assists with annual budgeting and financial account oversight as part of the fire company’s administrative operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility and resource allocation for emergency services.

Conducts fire prevention education programs and community health initiatives to promote public safety. Hosts open house events to recruit volunteers and engage the community in fire safety awareness.

Organizes fundraising events and programs to support the fire company’s mission and long-term financial sustainability, including historical efforts that generated early operational funds.

Founded and chairs the Recruitment & Retention Committee to sustain volunteer staffing, including organizing outreach events such as open houses to attract new members.