The Fire Wire of Ulster & Dutchess Counties

02/01/2026

Kingston Police Department is trying to identify this person. If you know who it may be call us at 845 331 1671

01/01/2026

PUBLIC SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Ulster County Sheriff’s Office, City of Kingston Police Department, Town of Ulster Police Department, City of Kingston Fire Department, and Ulster Hose Fire Department are actively operating at a water emergency scene on the Esopus Creek in the vicinity of Washington Avenue.

Law enforcement is requesting the public’s assistance. If you have a family member or know of anyone who may have been in the area of the Esopus Creek and is overdue in returning home, please contact the police immediately.

Members of the public are urged to avoid the area to allow emergency personnel to safely and efficiently conduct their operations.

Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

28/12/2025

City of Kingston
One Vehicle MVA/ with fire
Broadway/McEntee Street

27/12/2025

Mount Marion / Diaz Ambulance
Mass Casualty Incident - 9 Patients
MVA with Injuries
NYS Thruway NB MM 100.0
Mutual Aid -
City of Kingston
Centerville-Cedar Grove
Hurley Ambulance
Esopus Ambulance
Marbletown First Aid
Catskill Ambulance
Woodstock Co.5

27/12/2025

Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency for the counties affected by the current winter storm. Snowfall rates of 1-2"/hr are expected.

⚠️ Monitor your forecast
⚠️ Avoid unnecessary travel & stay off the roads
⚠️ Sign up for emergency alerts: dhses.ny.gov/333111
🔗 Read more: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-declares-state-emergency-and-provides-update-state-response-statewide-winter

24/12/2025

HEADLINE: Winter Storm Warning issued December 25 at 12:34PM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

DESCRIPTION:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches.

* WHERE...Eastern Ulster, Western Greene, and Western Ulster Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Friday to 1 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to heavy snow will develop around or just after sunset Friday, and will remain heavy at times Friday night. Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will be possible Friday evening. The snow gradually tapers off Saturday morning.

INSTRUCTIONS:

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Before an Outage
- Charge cell phones
- Gather supplies
- Turn refrigerator/freezers to a colder setting
During an Outage
- Stay clear of downed power lines
- Turn off all appliances
- Keep refrigerator/freezer doors closed
- Do not use generators indoors
- If you have a disability/access needs, or use Life Sustaining Equipment (LSE) & need immediate assistance, dial 911.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Risk of weather hazard in the near future; Could pose a threat to life/property; Have a Plan of Action

Issued By: NWS Albany

22/12/2025

New York’s V-FIRE program is OPEN! Volunteer fire departments can now apply for grant funding to support equipment and building upgrades. I led the creation of this $25M capital fund, which is now a permanent program in the state budget, and a big win for our first responders and local taxpayers.

Learn more and apply: http://bit.ly/V-FIRE25

22/12/2025

East Kingston Fire Department
2nd Alarm House Fire
786 Ulster Landing Road

18/12/2025

All of New York State is under a High Wind Watch or Warning tonight through Friday morning. Power outages are possible.

🧤Have blankets and winter layers on hand
📱 Charge mobile electronics
📷 Stock up on nonperishables & water

For more safety tips: www.dhses.ny.gov/power-outages

02/12/2025

30/11/2025

HEADLINE: Winter Storm Watch issued November 30 at 1:14PM EST until December 3 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Albany NY

DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations over 7 inches possible.

* WHERE...Portions of northwestern Connecticut, western Massachusetts, eastern New York, and southern Vermont.

* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through late Tuesday night.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening
commutes.

INSTRUCTIONS: Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

Issued By: NWS Albany NY

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06/09/2025

**Warning has expired**

The National Weather Service in Albany has issued a

* Tornado Warning for...
Northwestern Litchfield County in northern Connecticut... Southwestern Berkshire County in western Massachusetts... Northeastern Dutchess County in east central New York... Southeastern Columbia County in east central New York...

* Until 230 PM EDT.

* At 145 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Ancram, or 16 miles southwest of Great Barrington, moving northeast at 30 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.

* This dangerous storm will be near...
Sheffield and Ashley Falls around 205 PM EDT.

Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Whitehouse Crossing, Ancramdale, S***m, East Sheffield, Hartsville,
Konkapot, Wangum Village, Gomorrah, W**d Mines, and Spencer Corners.

INSTRUCTIONS: TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

Issued By: NWS Albany NY

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