mutual_aid

Supports emergency medical workforce development by graduating members from the Rockland County EMT Academy following a 10-week accelerated training program.

Responds to emergency incidents with medical and ambulance services; responded to 3,908 incidents in 2024 and 3,976 incidents in 2025. Also provides EMS coverage during severe weather events, including in the Stony Point area and its own service region.

Delivers emergency management services during natural disasters such as snow storms and floods to the Town of Elma and surrounding communities.

Provides fire protection, first responder, and rescue services, including ambulatory services, to the Town of Elma, New York, and surrounding communities through mutual aid agreements.

Acquires, maintains, or leases buildings, grounds, and equipment necessary for fire prevention, firefighting, and public safety operations within the district.

Responds to emergencies and participates in mutual aid calls and drills to provide fire and safety services within the district, in accordance with New York State and Steuben County laws.

Conducts ongoing training and readiness programs to sustain a qualified fire and safety force within the district.

Responds to emergency calls including structure fires, motor vehicle accidents, and hazardous incidents. In 2025, responded to 584 emergency calls, including house fires, car fires, and incidents involving injuries or trapped individuals.

Conducts training programs for new and existing personnel, including Basic Exterior Firefighting Operations, Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations, and realistic motor vehicle accident drills involving hydraulic extrication.

Responds to local structure fires and provides mutual aid to neighboring fire districts during emergencies, including dwelling fires and multi-alarm incidents.

Participates in multi-agency training exercises, such as extrication drills, to enhance emergency response capabilities.

Undertakes initiatives aimed at improving the local community, though specific programs are not detailed in available evidence.

Delivers financial aid to firefighters, supporting them in times of need.

Offers medical and death benefits to active and retired firefighters, as part of its core benevolent support mission.

Trains personnel in fire service duties, including rope rescue, swift water and ice rescue, vehicle extrication, and hazardous materials response. The department maintains readiness through standardized procedures and mutual aid compatibility.

Manages day-to-day operations including maintenance of fire stations, grounds, and apparatus. The department has constructed and operated multiple fire stations since its founding, including Station 1 (1949), a second station at Gaskill Corners (1977), and a third station on Route 38 following a 2016 district expansion.

Delivers fire safety education programs to schools, supports community awareness of new legislation, and provides public education as part of its mission. These efforts include traffic control at community events and promoting emergency preparedness.

Responds to emergencies including structure fires, brush fires, motor vehicle accidents, hazardous material incidents, and medical emergencies. The department provides EMS as the primary type of call, operates three ambulances across two stations, and utilizes Medevac helicopters when necessary. Services are delivered to approximately 7,100 residents across a 45-square-mile district.