06/29/2026
🚒 June 27th, 2026 - Structure Fire
On Saturday morning at approximately 6:28 AM, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported structure fire. Initial responding units arrived to find heavy smoke, with a fast-moving fire that originated in a decorative outdoor lantern before spreading from a nearby bush up into a tree, the soffit, and an attached garage.
Firefighters quickly established water lines from nearby hydrants, opened the roof to ventilate the heavy smoke, and successfully contained the fire before it could consume the main living quarters. Sinclair Drive was temporarily closed to ensure the safety of our operations. All units were cleared from the scene by 8:02 AM.
🤝 A True Team Effort
An incident of this scale requires seamless teamwork, and we are incredibly grateful for our neighboring departments who stepped up to assist. Whether they were running active operations on the scene or were "tapped out" and ultimately canceled en route as the fire was brought under control, their readiness to protect our community is deeply appreciated.
Thank you to the following agencies for your mutual aid:
• Cassadaga FD
• Gerry FD
• Ellington FD
• Ellery Center FD
• Falconer FD
• Chautauqua County Emergency Services
• Fire Police
🕯️ A Quick Fire Safety Reminder
This incident serves as a crucial reminder of how quickly an accidental fire can spark and spread.
While candles and decorative lanterns create a warm atmosphere, please remember:
• Never leave an open flame unattended, even in an outdoor lantern.
• Always extinguish candles completely before going to bed or leaving the area.
• Keep flammable items, including bushes, mulch, and decorations, well away from any open flame.
Stay safe, everyone!
