Schuyler County Emergency Management

08/20/2026

🚑 CHECK YOUR CARD. DO YOU NEED TO REFRESH?

If your EMT or CFR certification is coming up for renewal, now is the time to get ahead of it.

Schuyler County Emergency Management is offering EMT and CFR Refresher Courses beginning Sunday, September 13.

♻️ EMT Refresher
🩺 CFR Refresher
📅 Classes begin: Sunday, September 13
📝 Scheduled testing: January 2027

Don't wait until your expiration date is right around the corner. Get your refresher training on the calendar, sharpen your skills, and stay ready to respond when your community needs you.

Seats are limited — sign up now!

👉 More information and registration:
https://www.schuylercountyny.gov/564/Fire-EMT-Training

Courses are pending final New York State approval.

Refresh. Renew. Respond. 🚑

08/19/2026

🚨 Preparing the Town of Hector for NG911 📍📞

Schuyler County Emergency Management recently held a public meeting at the Hector Fire Department to discuss an important step in preparing our communities for the future of Next Generation 911 (NG911).

The meeting focused on improving 911 address ranges, road names, and location information throughout the Town of Hector. Accurate addressing is critical for emergency dispatchers and responders to quickly identify the correct location of an emergency and get the appropriate resources there as efficiently as possible.

Director Kirk Smith presented information on the NG911 transition, explained how accurate addressing impacts emergency response, and answered questions from residents and community members.

This work is about more than updating a map—it is about helping firefighters, EMS, law enforcement, and other emergency responders find you when you need help. 🚒🚑🚓

Thank you to the Hector Fire Department for hosting the meeting and to everyone who attended, asked questions, and provided input.

📍 Accurate addresses. Better location information. Faster, more reliable emergency response.

Thank you WENY Ava Rowland for the media coverage of tonight's meeting.

#911

08/19/2026

🚑 TRAIN AT NIGHT. BECOME AN EMT.

Still thinking about becoming an EMT? There’s still time to get registered.

Our Wednesday evening EMT course begins Wednesday, September 2, and we still have seats available.

🌙 EMT Course – Wednesday Nights
📅 Starts September 2
🚑 Seats are still available

We’re also offering an EMT Refresher Course on Sundays, beginning September 13.

♻️ EMT Refresher
📅 Starts Sunday, September 13
📆 Sunday classes

Whether you're looking to start your EMS career, join your local volunteer fire or EMS agency, or keep your existing skills current, these courses are an opportunity to get trained and get involved.

Courses are pending final New York State approval.

👉 More information and registration:
https://www.schuylercountyny.gov/564/Fire-EMT-Training

Don't wait until the next call to wish you were ready.

Train. Respond. Make a difference. 🚑

08/19/2026

🚒 BEFO CLASS STARTS NEXT WEEK — SPOTS ARE STILL AVAILABLE! 🚒

There is still time to get registered for the Basic Exterior Fire Operations (BEFO) course being hosted in Schuyler County in partnership with the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control (OFPC).

📅 Class Begins: Wednesday, August 26
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Watkins Glen Fire Department
201 N. Perry St., Watkins Glen, NY

This is a blended course, combining online coursework with in-person instruction and hands-on practical training.

The course also includes Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations (HMFRO) training.

🔥 This class is NOT limited to new firefighters! Current members who have not previously completed BEFO or HMFRO are encouraged to attend. It's a great opportunity for departments to get existing members trained and up to date.

🌎 Fire departments from throughout the surrounding area are welcome! You do not have to be a Schuyler County department to participate.

⚠️ Spots are still available, but the class starts in less than a week!

Registration is through Acadis LMS and requires a Training Authorization Letter (TAL) from your fire department or sponsoring agency.

Don't wait until the last minute — get registered and get your training completed!

08/19/2026

A message from our friends at Schuyler County Public Health about measles.

📢 Measles cases have been found in neighboring counties. Make sure you have the facts so you, the people around you, and our community stay healthy.
1. Measles is preventable, but spreads easily when people aren’t protected.
2. Measles is not just a rash – it can be dangerous, especially for kids under 5.
3. The MMR vaccine is the best way to protect against measles.

Learn more at: https://www.schuylercountyny.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/743

08/19/2026

Our neighors in Yates County are seeking applicants for a Director of Emergency Services.

Yates County is seeking applicants for a Director of Emergency Services.

Apply by September 2nd: https://mycivilservice.yatescountyny.gov/

08/18/2026

🚨 THREAT EVALUATION & REPORTING TRAINING UNDERWAY IN SCHUYLER COUNTY 🚨

Today marks the beginning of the Basic Threat Evaluation and Reporting (BTERC) Course being hosted here in Schuyler County. Personnel from across the region are coming together for this important training, with additional instruction taking place over the next two days.

Schuyler County is proud to have multiple county departments participating, including representatives from:

• County Administrator’s Office
• Emergency Management
• Schuyler County Sheriff's Office, NY
• Probation
• Schuyler County Public Health
Along with other local and regional partners.

This type of multidisciplinary participation is exactly what makes threat assessment and prevention efforts effective. Recognizing concerning behavior, understanding risk factors, appropriately sharing information, and connecting individuals with the right resources requires more than one agency or profession working alone.

New York State has emphasized Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (TAM) Teams as an important component of preventing targeted violence. TAM teams bring together professionals from different disciplines to identify, assess, and help mitigate potential threats before they escalate.

Training is a critical part of building that capability. By bringing regional partners together, we strengthen our ability to recognize warning signs, communicate across disciplines, and take appropriate action when something doesn't look right.

Prevention starts with recognizing the warning signs—and knowing what to do when you see them.

Schuyler County is pleased to host training that helps us prepare today to prevent the next tragedy tomorrow.

08/17/2026

🚒 Basic Exterior Fire Operations (BEFO) Course Coming to Schuyler County! 🚒

Schuyler County Emergency Management, in partnership with the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control (OFPC), is bringing a Basic Exterior Fire Operations (BEFO) course to Schuyler County.

📅 Class Begins: Wednesday, August 26
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Watkins Glen Fire Department
201 N. Perry St., Watkins Glen

The course will be offered in a blended format, combining online coursework with hands-on practical training.

🔥 Registration is now open through Acadis LMS!

Whether you are a new firefighter looking to build your skills or an existing member who has never completed BEFO, this is an opportunity to get the training you need.

Fire Chiefs: Help get your members trained!
Firefighters: Talk to your Chief and get registered!

⚠️ Registration requires a Training Authorization Letter (TAL).

Additional course information and registration are available through Acadis LMS.

08/17/2026

🚑 ANSWER THE CALL. BECOME AN EMT.

Schuyler County Emergency Management is preparing to offer multiple EMS education opportunities for those looking to start their EMS journey, advance their skills, or get back up to speed.

We are planning to offer:

🚑 EMT Course – Daytime
🎓 College credit through this daytime course **

🚑 EMT Course – Evening
🌙 An evening option for those who need a schedule that works around work, school, or other commitments.

♻️ EMT Refresher

🩺 CFR Refresher

Whether you're interested in a career in EMS, want to volunteer with your local fire or EMS agency, or simply want to be better prepared to help your community, there's a path for you.

All courses are pending final New York State approval.

👉 Course information and registration:
https://www.schuylercountyny.gov/564/Fire-EMT-Training

Multiple paths. One mission. Serve our community. 🚑



** For daytime class with college credit, must register through Corning Community College https://www.corning-cc.edu/programs/directed-studies/emt/index.php

08/15/2026

Message from the Schuyler County Sheriff's Office, NY
🚨 VESSEL TRAFFIC CLOSURE – TONIGHT 🚨

🎆 Due to tonight’s fireworks display, vessel traffic will be temporarily closed beginning at 9:15 PM (2115 hours).

🚤 Closure Area:
From the 4th Street Bridge over the canal north to the green entrance light off Clute Park / Salt Plant.

⏰ The waterway is expected to reopen once the fireworks are complete, approximately 9:50–10:00 PM.

Marine Patrol and Fire Department vessels will be on the water assisting with the closure.

Please plan ahead, follow the directions of emergency personnel, and help us keep everyone on the water safe.

🎆 Enjoy the fireworks! 🎆

🚨 VESSEL TRAFFIC CLOSURE – TONIGHT 🚨

🎆 Due to tonight’s fireworks display, vessel traffic will be temporarily closed beginning at 9:15 PM (2115 hours).

🚤 Closure Area:
From the 4th Street Bridge over the canal north to the green entrance light off Clute Park / Salt Plant.

⏰ The waterway is expected to reopen once the fireworks are complete, approximately 9:50–10:00 PM.

Marine Patrol and Fire Department vessels will be on the water assisting with the closure.

Please plan ahead, follow the directions of emergency personnel, and help us keep everyone on the water safe.

🎆 Enjoy the fireworks! 🎆

— Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office