Canton Fire & Rescue was requested as automatic mutual aid to Morley Fire for a reported structure fire in a detached garage. Engine 8, TA-20, Rescue 1 and A-131 responded immediately to the CR-14 scene. Upon arrival, Engine-8's crew went to work assisting members from Morley Fire who were already executing an aggressive interior attack on the second floor of the garage. The fire was brought under ... (Full Story & Photos)

It is with deep sadness that we announce the Firefighter Donald Tracy has lost his courageous battle with cancer early this morning. FF Tracy was a 36 year member of the Canton Fire Department and was a former EMT and AEMT-CC. Don was a happy guy who brightened a room when he walked in. Please keep Don's family in your thoughts during this difficult time.

Don's obituary is below.

Donald J. Tracy, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Winter storms create a higher risk of car accidents, hypothermia, frostbite, carbon monoxide poisoning, and heart attacks from overexertion. Winter storms and blizzards can bring extreme cold, freezing rain, snow, ice, and high winds. A winter storm can:

Last a few hours or several days;
Knock out heat, power, and communication services; and
Place older adults, young children, and sick individuals ... (Full Story & Photos)

It is with a profound sense of sadness that we announce the passing of Firefighter Matt McGregor. Firefighter McGregor was a past Assistant Chief and had recently celebrated his 35th year with the department. Our hearts go out to his sons Scott McGregor and First Assistant Chief Shawn McGregor. Matt had a big heart and made the department a lively place to be. He will be sorely missed.

Matt's Obituary ... (Full Story & Photos)

Firefighter/EMT Chase Alexander successfully completed the Firefighter 2 training course. The Firefighter 2 course is 42 hours long and is designed as the last step in initial level training for interior structural firefighters and/or who will serve as team or group leaders under the general supervision of an officer. Introduces new more advanced areas that will be expanded in other training programs. ... (Full Story & Photos)

In preparation for forecasted heavy rain and high winds across portions of upstate New York beginning late today and continuing through Friday, National Grid is increasing staffing levels and preparing line, service and tree workers to respond if the weather impacts electricity service. The company also offers tips for customers to stay connected and safe.

Customers can receive personalized alerts ... (Full Story & Photos)

Please see the urgent message from the National Weather Service. As always, the members of Canton Fire and Rescue will be here to serve the community if this weather event impacts our citizens. If you have an emergency, please call 911 and they will dispatch us to help you.

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Burlington VT
330 PM EDT Thu Oct 31 2019

NYZ026-027-029>031-087-011000-
/O.CON.KBTV.HW.W.0002.191101T0300Z-191101T2100Z/
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It is with great sadness that the department announces the passing of Firefighter Elmer Votra. Firefighter Votra passed away on 10/23/2019. Elmer joined the Canton Fire Department on October 3, 1963 and served faithfully for 56 years. He was a fixture around the fire station and was well respected by his fellow members, young and old. Arrangements are with the O'Leary Funeral Service. His obituary ... (Full Story & Photos)

Three members of the Canton Fire Department successfully completed the SCBA/Interior Firefighting Operations course tonight at the St. Lawrence County Fire Training Facility. Firefighters Bobbi Snyder, Matt Cote, and Vincent Simpson completed 50 hours of training that included SCBA skills, intial company operations, and live fire training. This course together with the 79 hour Basic Exterior Firefighting ... (Full Story & Photos)

Last week was Canton Fire and Rescue's annual Fire Prevention Week. This event takes place to inform children from first to fourth grade the importance of knowing how to prevent fires, safety measures to consider if a fire does happen, either at home or at school, and conversations to have with parents about rules to follow if a fire starts at home. Throughout the week, different students come to ... (Full Story & Photos)